When you expect big changes for yourself—or you’re trying to guide someone else—it can be stressful. Self-care is important during all stages of your self-growth journey.
The holiday season can be a time of joy and celebration, but managing executive function challenges can be difficult during this chaotic time. Executive function refers to the set of mental skills that help you to manage your time, pay attention, switch focus, plan and organize, remember details, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. For neurodivergent…
Do you ever feel like you’re just pretending to be competent, fearing that others will discover your true lack of abilities? If so, you may be able to recognize imposter syndrome. But there are different types of imposter syndrome that you should be aware of so that you can recognize it and combat it. Imposter…
If you struggle with impulsivity, learning impulse control to improve relationships can be helpful. Impulsive decisions can have long-term consequences in your relationships. Relationships come in many forms – romantic partnerships, friendships, familial bonds – each playing a vital role in our lives. In the heat of the moment, when emotions run high, making rational, well-thought-out…
If you’re someone with sensory processing issues, you might also have a tough time with your emotional regulation. Emotional regulation allows us to manage and express our emotions in a healthy and adaptive manner. It involves the ability to recognize, understand, and regulate our own emotions, as well as respond appropriately to the emotions of…
We’ve all heard the term burnout before. Heck, you might’ve experienced it. If you have, you know overcoming burnout is no joke. However, learning to utilize emotional regulation can help you overcome burnout. Burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by long-term exposure to stressors. It can leave you feeling disconnected,…
I’m always talking about neurodiversity and its impact on life. Today, I’m going to explore the connection between emotional regulation and neurodiversity. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your emotions are so intense that they hinder your day-to-day activities? Or perhaps, you know someone who seems stuck in a spiral of overwhelming…
Do you ever feel like your emotions are running wild, and you can’t seem to understand what you’re feeling? Identifying emotions can be a difficult task. Emotions are complex and often hard to understand. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed by emotions at times, especially if you’re neurodivergent, but it’s important to recognize and understand…
We all know it can be difficult to stay focused when stress is present. Today, we’re going to look at the impact of stress on attention and how to manage it for improved focus. Identifying the Causes of Attentional Breakdowns Do you ever find yourself struggling to stay focused on an important task? If so,…
We all live crazy busy lives, so it’s easy to overlook the importance of quality sleep and how sleep affects attention. Sleep is not a luxury, but a crucial component of overall well-being and cognitive function. Sleep affects attention and focus. In fact, it’s the foundation upon which our attention and focus are built, allowing…
Self-care in time management is easily overlooked because many of us view self-care as a luxury. Time management is a common struggle for many people, especially those who are neurodivergent and face challenges with executive functioning. In this article, we will explore the importance of self-care in time management, and how it can help neurodivergent…