Traveling during the holidays can be an exciting time for many families. However, for neurodivergent families, the prospect of holiday travel can bring about unique challenges and considerations. As you probably know, neurodiversity encompasses a range of neurological differences, such as autism, ADHD, and sensory processing differences. Understanding neurodiversity is essential for accommodating the needs…
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,…
Becoming a morning person isn’t for everyone. Some people are naturally night owls and the thought of waking up extra early not only doesn’t appeal to them but it will probably also never work. But for many people, waking up a little earlier can make a huge difference in what they are able to accomplish…
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….
For many people who struggle with executive dysfunction, part of the problem is that their brain is chaotic. Thoughts and feelings are all over the place and they can’t find the focus they need to manage their time, prioritize tasks, etc. Learning to instill inner calm will help ease your mind so you can focus…
You hear the term “burnout” pretty often, so much so that I think many people don’t really know what it is. True burnout is complete mental and emotional exhaustion. It’s more than just being stressed out. How do you deal with burnout? As I mentioned, people often use the term burnout when they’re feeling stressed,…
We’ve been talking about mindset and how oftentimes, we need to shift our mindset in order to make real change occur in our lives. And in all honesty, writing about positivity when it feels like the world is beyond fucked up is hard. But it is something I believe in. Over the course of my…