Life Coaching & ADHD Blog
Letting Go Of Perfectionism
Discover the power of letting go of perfectionism for individuals with ADHD. Learn how embracing a crisis-mode mindset can boost effectiveness, increase productivity, and unlock creative problem-solving abilities. Find out how releasing the constraints of perfectionism leads to greater progress and task completion, allowing individuals with ADHD to thrive in all aspects of their lives.
The Client Already Knows
Learn about the power of coaching and how it can help clients tap into their own resources and find the answers they need. Explore the benefits of "no content coaching" and how it can be applied to any profession.
The 80/20 Rule
If you have a reliable approach to dealing with overwhelm, overwhelm starts to lose its power….learn more about the 80/20 rule here and how to apply it to your life!
Bullet Journaling
“I have lists and notes lying around everywhere... on post-its, scraps of paper, a notebook in my car... I just wish I had everything in one place!” Bullet Journaling might be the answer you’re looking for!
Your Life Balance Wheel
The Life Balance Wheel is a simple exercise that can help you gain insight into how the different areas of your life may be working together or not. With this information, you can identify areas that need improvement and make adjustments to improve your overall life balance.
Coaching The Game of Life
“Coaching comes from the world of Sports and The Arts where athletes and actors receive coaching so that their work will become extraordinary….
The Value of The Critic
“...there is a deep and powerful way to listen to the words of The Critic that can change your life forever.”
Getting Specific
Having a generic goal won’t produce the exact outcome you’re aiming for
The more direct your vision is, the more likely you are to figure out what next steps you need to take to get there
The (Negative) Power of the Negative
We frequently define what we want by stating what we don’t want. That is a perfectly reasonable place to start; however, it is a far cry from actually getting what we want. To get what you want, you have to spend the time defining it.
When Your “Silly Ideas” Aren’t
Frequently at some point during the brainstorming process my client will pause a little longer than normal then use a phrase along the lines of: "I know this idea sounds silly, but I think it would help if ..."
Book Recommendation: The Power of Neurodiversity
“Success in life…depends on modifying your surrounding environment to fit the needs of your unique brain.” - Thomas Armstrong, PhD, The Power of Neurodiversity
How to Stop ADHD From Running the Show
ADHD is part of you and can be important to your journey. Learning that there is a time and a place for ADHD to shine is a powerful experience.
How To Coach Yourself To Get What You Want in Life
As a coach, I work with clients & their goals. Often they start with what they don’t want & while that's a start, defining what you do want is the end goal.
Newly Diagnosed with ADHD? Uncover Your Essential Next Step Here
So you’re newly diagnosed with ADHD and not sure where to start? Step 1: You need a team! Read on to learn more.
Habit Stacking
What is habit stacking? Habit stacking is taking a habit you already have (walking into the office) and building your new desired habit before, during or after it (stopping on the walk at a park bench for five minutes).
The Desiderata
The Desiderata by Max Ehrmann. I have always loved this piece. It calms and inspires me. I offer it to you this week in hopes it might do the same for you.
How Habits are Sabotaged by All-or-Nothing Thinking
Tired of "failing" at your habits? What if there were a different way to think about habits? One that gives you access to the life you want to live…
How Coaching is Like Eating Your Favorite Dessert
We have all seen a cake disappear in slivers. My coaching is the same. Our mission is to get you to your big dreams, but we do it sliver by sliver.
Focusmate - The Online Coworking Tool for ADHD
If your ADHD responds well to body-doubling or you're reliable when someone else is counting on you, then Focusmate may be your answer to getting tasks done.
ADHD Recommended Paper Planners
Read about ADDitude Magazine's best reader-recommended paper planners for individuals with ADHD.