Rebranding emotional avoidance
A few strategies to help turn task avoidance into task initiation:
Make it fun: Put on your favorite playlist or grab a great coffee.
Shrink the task: Commit to doing it for just 5 minutes.
Body Double: Hop on a quiet video call or sit next to someone who is also working.
Future-Self Empathy: Think of the massive relief your "Future Self" will feel later when this is done. (This is one of my favorites, I think about Future Hailey all of the time… am I setting her up for success?)
Task initiation is hard. You aren't lazy or unmotivated. Your brain is just trying to protect you.
ADHD and Perimenopause: Why So Many Women Feel Like They’re “Losing It” in Their 40s
If you’re in your 40s and suddenly feel more scattered, overwhelmed, or emotionally “too much,” it might not be burnout—or you “losing it.”
Perimenopause hormone shifts can affect dopamine, which can make ADHD symptoms hit harder: brain fog, forgetfulness, low motivation, bigger emotions, and exhaustion.
You’re not broken. Your brain may just need different support now.
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When ADHD and Anxiety Intertwine: Understanding the Cycle
Guest post today is from Dr. Tomfohrde, explaining the overlap of ADHD and anxiety. When both go unaddressed, relief stays out of reach. Learn how to spot the difference between ADHD and anxiety symptoms, why treating one alone isn't enough, and how the right therapy and medication combo can finally break the cycle.