Do you often find yourself putting off important tasks until the last minute? Do you struggle with feelings of anxiety and stress as deadlines approach? These feeling are probably familiar if you often procrastinate. Procrastination is the act of delaying or postponing a task or decision, often to the point of causing stress or anxiety….
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…
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…
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 feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and stressed out on a daily basis? You may need to declutter your mind. Just like with decluttering your physical space, decluttering your mind can help you reduce stress, increase productivity, and even improve your overall well-being. In this blog, we will discuss what mind decluttering is, the benefits of…
Most people have experienced burnout at some point or other. It can have long-lasting effects on our emotional and physical well-being. Overcoming burnout can feel like an overwhelming task, making it worse. Burnout is a level of chronic stress, so learning to manage and reduce your stress will help you overcome burnout. What exactly is…
Stress is part of everyday life for most of us. When life gets hectic and stress piles up, we can easily feel overwhelmed. Learning to combat stress before it gets to that point is key. Learning to build daily habits to reduce stress can make your life run smoother and you can enjoy more. Stop…
In a fast-paced world, especially these days with viruses and a crappy economy, stress can be overwhelming. Finding easy ways to reduce stress can help you feel better, be more productive, and feel more peaceful. According to the American Psychological Association, more than half of America is stressed out all or most of the time….
Most people have experienced anxiety at some point in their lives. When we are worried or stressed, it can lead us to feel more anxious about life. Learning to ease anxiety before it spirals will make your life easier. Although feeling anxious is normal, if it becomes a daily occurrence or interferes with your ability…
Freeing Yourself from Anxiety How do you free yourself from anxiety? Many of my clients who struggle with executive functioning also struggle with anxiety. Of course, I’m not a therapist, but I often talk about how to ease anxiety so you can function better. More often than not, anxiety is coupled with other issues like…