by Rahti | Mar 23, 2023 | adhd, blog, lifecoach, success
Boredom – it’s like kryptonite to someone with ADHD…or it can certainly feel that way. Here are some ways to counter the anxiety and lethargy (usually both simultaneously) generated by boredom: Bribe yourself. Got something you treat yourself to every day? A...
by Rahti | Mar 16, 2023 | adhd, blog, lifecoach, success
While ADHD is considered a ‘mental disorder’ in the DSM5, it can be a superpower. Hyperfocus, impulsivity, creativity, keeping several projects moving forward simultaneously, energy levels, and the ability to hyperfocus can all lead to incredible success in...
by Rahti | Mar 9, 2023 | adhd, blog
If you have ADHD, managing “flash emotions” can be especially challenging. For example, the sudden intensity of rage can be overwhelming and hard to manage. Without tools, it is far too easy to undo a relationship or career opportunity in under a nano-second before...
by Rahti | Feb 20, 2023 | blog
It can be comforting to label ourselves. At best, a medical diagnosis of ADHD creates a sense of separation between what you perceive as your faults and who you really are. For example there is a relief when you realize that you’re “not just lazy”. An ADHD diagnosis...
by Rahti | Feb 10, 2023 | blog
DISCLAIMER: This post does not apply to the severely visually impaired, who probably have developed compensatory superpowers. When I was a very young woman, I had a super-power. I could walk into any public space, a bar, a restaurant, a park…and if I saw someone...
