The Influence of Neurodivergent Historical Figures in History
The Influence of Neurodivergent Historical Figures in History The people who changed history weren’t the ones following the rules. They were the ones ignoring them completely. Some of the greatest minds in art, science, and invention wouldn’t have fit neatly into today’s boxes. They were what we’d now call neurodivergent. Back then, ADHD, autism, and dyslexia weren’t understood, so they got brushed off as quirks or eccentricities. But let’s be honest, those so-called quirks didn’t hold them back. They made them. Their different way of thinking wasn’t a flaw, it was the thing that set them apart. So let’s take […]
Microdosing Mushrooms for ADHD: A Realistic Approach to Managing Focus and Emotional Regulation
Microdosing Mushrooms for ADHD: A Realistic Approach to Managing Focus and Emotional Regulation ADHD. If you have it, you already know the daily battle of trying to stay focused, keeping emotions in check, and resisting the sudden, overwhelming urge to start a new project before finishing the last one. For Cordin, a 32-year-old tech professional from New York, life often felt like trying to read a book while sitting in the front row of a heavy metal concert. He had only been diagnosed with ADHD two years ago, along with a possible autism diagnosis thrown in for good measure. Frustration, […]
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: Why ADHD Makes Rejection Feel Like a Full-Body Attack
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: Why ADHD Makes Rejection Feel Like a Full-Body Attack Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, or RSD, is when your brain treats any form of rejection, criticism, or even mild disapproval like an emotional earthquake. A slight change in someone’s tone? A neutral text message? A delayed reply? Your brain spirals into worst-case scenarios faster than you can blink. If you have ADHD, you know this feeling all too well. ADHD brains wire themselves differently, and RSD plays a big role in that setup. This happens because our brains struggle to regulate emotions, making rejection feel like a direct attack […]
Finding an Accountability Partner (and Why You Need One)
Finding an Accountability Partner (and Why You Need One) Accountability can be a game-changer for those of us with ADHD and other neurodivergent traits. It transforms the daunting mountain of tasks into manageable hills, making the journey smoother and more achievable. So, if you’ve ever felt like you’re wandering in a fog, uncertain about how to move forward, you’re not alone, and finding an accountability partner could be just what you need to find clarity and motivation. Understanding Accountability At its core, accountability is about having someone to share your goals with, and someone who checks in on your progress […]
How to Achieve Flow State and Unlock Peak Performance
How to Achieve Flow State and Unlock Peak Performance People love to talk about bad focus. We get bombarded with productivity hacks, focus-boosting supplements, and apps that claim to fix our wandering minds. But what if the problem isn’t you? What if your brain isn’t struggling to focus, but is actually desperate to get into flow state, and your environment just isn’t allowing it? Let’s talk about how to achieve flow state and unlock peak performance. But first, what exactly is flow state? Research suggests that flow state is the moment when time disappears, distractions fade, and you operate at […]
Why Is My Partner So Defensive?
Why Is My Partner So Defensive? If you’re constantly walking on eggshells, getting blamed for everything, or feeling like every conversation turns into a battle, you might be asking yourself “why is my partner so defensive?“. Defensiveness doesn’t just happen in a vacuum. It has a root cause. The real question is where is it coming from and what can you do about it. We’re going to break down the biggest reasons people get defensive, what actually works, and what doesn’t. No fluff, no vague advice, just real solutions that help you make sense of this and decide what to […]
Why Do I Procrastinate? The Science Behind It & How to Fix It
Why Do I Procrastinate? The Science Behind It & How to Fix It Procrastination: The Fine Art of Screwing Yourself Over You have a deadline. It is important. It is staring at you. And yet, instead of doing the thing, you are watching a 37-minute video on medieval bread-making. Or reading about a billionaire’s morning routine, as if that will somehow make you productive. Or scrolling through social media, looking for productivity tips instead of actually being productive. You tell yourself you will start in five minutes. Then five minutes turns into an hour. Then suddenly it is 2 AM,…...
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Accountability in Neurodivergent Individuals: Own Your Sh!t and Thrive
Accountability and Neurodivergence: Owning Your Sh!t Without Excuses We all mess up. No exceptions. Neurodivergent brains? Well, they just add a few extra twists and turns to the journey. Whether it’s ADHD impulsivity, autistic literalness, or executive dysfunction tripping you up, accountability in neurodivergent individuals can sometimes feel like an impossible ask. But here’s the thing; accountability isn’t a punishment. It’s empowerment. Let’s take a step back. Imagine spilling red wine on someone’s cream sofa. The panic kicks in. Maybe you freeze up, or maybe you blurt out some half-baked excuse about slippery glasses. That’s human. But accountability is what […]
Signs You Need Better Boundaries (Hint: It’s Probably All of Us)
Healthy Relationship Boundaries: How to Save Your Sanity and Still Like Each Other Relationships, they’re like that friend who “just needs a place to crash for a few nights” and suddenly it’s three years later, and they’re asking for your Netflix password. Without boundaries, things spiral, fast. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you draw the line (without needing a GPS to find it). Even the best relationships need healthy relationship boundaries. What Are Healthy Relationship Boundaries? Think of boundaries as the traffic lights of relationships. They let you know when to stop, when to slow down, and when […]
Neurodivergent Love Language in Relationships
Neurodivergent Love Language in Relationships: Love in the Little Things Sometimes, neurodivergent love doesn’t come with grand romantic gestures: no violins, no sunset proposals. But it’s there, quietly brilliant. Maybe your partner creates a spreadsheet of your favourite snacks or remembers you hate coriander like it’s a sworn enemy. They might not say “I love you” every day, but they’ll show it in ways so specific and endearing it’s impossible to miss. Neurodivergent love speaks its own language, and once you learn it, it’s like finding the cheat codes to someone’s heart. Let’s dive into understanding neurodivergent love languages. 1. […]
