We all have days when getting out of bed feels like scaling a mountain. When motivation is fleeting, it’s tempting to wait… until tomorrow, until “the mood strikes,” until some external muse arrives to save you. But the truth is, you don’t have to wait for motivation to magically appear. You can generate it yourselfContinueContinue reading “How to use momentum to fuel your motivation”
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How to change your drinking with ADHD: Research & solutions
Changing your drinking habits when you have ADHD can be uniquely challenging. Impulsivity, difficulty with self-regulation, and using alcohol as a way to manage overstimulation or social anxiety can all play a role in why you drink, and why cutting back or quitting may feel daunting. However, with the right strategies, self-awareness, and support, youContinueContinue reading “How to change your drinking with ADHD: Research & solutions”
ADHD, dopamine & motivation: Why it feels hard (& how to fix it)
Living with ADHD often means struggling with dopamine-driven motivation in ways that others may not understand. Tasks that seem straightforward can feel insurmountable, not due to a lack of effort, but because of differences in brain chemistry – specifically, the way ADHD affects dopamine levels. Understanding this connection is key to unlocking strategies that canContinueContinue reading “ADHD, dopamine & motivation: Why it feels hard (& how to fix it)”
What’s a growth mindset and where can I get one?
A growth mindset is the belief that our abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort, practice, and learning. Unlike a fixed mindset, which sees talent as something we’re born with, a growth mindset encourages us to embrace challenges and view setbacks as opportunities to improve. This concept was introduced by psychologist Carol Dweck, whoContinueContinue reading “What’s a growth mindset and where can I get one?”