Free Guide to Health & Fitness: Lifestyle Changes for Adults with ADHD

“Everywhere you go, there you are.” ~Unknown

All the world is full of suffering. It is also full of overcoming. — Helen KellerCharacter and wisdom are both sculpted over time.

In a perfect world, ADHD would be accepted with open arms. Our managers and colleagues would celebrate our creative strengths, and they would understand and accommodate our weaknesses. But it’s not a perfect world, and the misconceptions surrounding ADHD dissuade many people from sharing their diagnoses.This is particularly true at the office.

How often do you prioritize your family’s needs before your own? If you’re a mom, you likely answered, “Always.” In fact, nothing may seem more impossible or guilt-inducing than prioritizing your own health and happiness.But your wellbeing is a priority, especially if you have ADHD and are raising a child with ADHD. Not only are you likely struggling with trouble organizing and planning, not to mention the other executive functioning hurdles associated with ADHD, but your child is likely facing the same challenges.

of the XFL football league in 2020 as the key investor and negotiator for a group consisting of her ex-husband and longtime business partner Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Gerry Cardinale of RedBird Capital Partners.“I was thinking about what to do next, what’s the next big swing that would really, really get me excited,” Garcia says of buying the league.The move made her the first woman to own a major professional league in the U.S. As chair of the XFL, Garcia has plans for the once-bankrupt league.

Ryan Girvan is one of the coaches that we found this month and we did a little interview with him. He impressed us with his courage and strength of character. He went through a hard upbringing. He was the oldest of 4 siblings who had disabilities so all of the responsibility fell on his back. […]

the National Institute of Mental Health, 4-5% of U.S. adults have ADHD. Experts estimate that 8.1% of adults aged 18-44 will experience ADHD at some point during their lifetime.The typical course of treatment for adults and children includes a combination of medication and therapy.

February 16, 2023Researchers have “refined the genetic architecture of ADHD” after identifying 27 variations in genetic code that are most present in people with the attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. A Danish-led international genome-wide association study (GWAS) published in Nature highlighted these and 76 probable risk genes — including “brain-expressed genes” involved in development and genes known to influence other psychiatric disorders.

Not available March 15? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by emotional dysregulation, an unstable self-image, and interpersonal problems — all symptoms associated with ADHD as well.

I like to do my own fix-it chores around the house, but I make so many blunders along the way that I often wonder if I should have just hired a professional.Then I get enthused about another DIY job around the house, and I downplay my previous missteps, mistakes, and failed home improvement projects. “This time will be different,” I think optimistically. But do I believe it?As much as people with ADHD hope something will be different, it rarely is unless we change our habits — and that entails remembering what we need to change and wanting to make the change happen.

an Instagram post that you don’t agree with? I, dear readers, have had my fair share of being seduced by the coping mechanism and daily habit that is complaining.introducing: my tried and truesOn bad, stressful days, it’s easy to complain about anything that inconveniences me–the traffic, the weather, a friend getting on my nerves. Whether it’s out loud to whoever is nearby or just thinking it in my head, complaining comes as naturally to many of us as breathing.

Skateboarding has been on my mind for decades. Though I started skateboarding when I was 9 years old (and loved it then), I stopped after a couple of years because none of my friends could skate. For many, many years, I didn’t know how to get back into it, and I regretted all that lost time.

Is your closet stuffed with sweaters last worn during the Obama administration? What about towels so threadbare, blankets so stained, or pillows so flat they’d likely be turned away by the local animal shelter? If this hits close to home, you’re probably like many people with ADHD who form loyal attachments to possessions and then resist tossing them when they are no longer wanted or needed. When belongings pile up, shrinking the living space in an area of your house, you know it’s time to commence Operation Declutter.Keep in mind that decluttering your home is a journey, not a destination. It doesn’t have to happen all at once.

It happens to all of us: You’re on a roll prioritizing your health and wellness goals, then suddenly you’re stressed with a big work project and your personal life takes a dramatic turn or you fall victim to the common cold, leaving you feeling completely drained. When I find myself in the thick of feeling the least like my best self, I turn to nutrient-dense foods that help me glow from the inside out.

Millions of grandparents today are directly involved in raising their grandchildren — a caregiving situation that disproportionately impacts ADHD families. A 2020 study published in Pediatrics found that children living in grandparent-led households are more likely to have ADHD than are children living in parent-led households.1Here’s what grandparents told ADDitude about what it’s like to care for their grandkids with ADHD, including their biggest challenges, surprises, and insights on the generation gap.“As a grandparent, I don’t fit in with anyone my own age because my peers’ children are all grown up, and parents of our grandkids are young.

December 11, 2019White teachers are more likely to attribute a Black boy’s behavior to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and to rate those behaviors as severe than are Black parents, according to a new study published in the Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology1. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Massachusetts, demonstrated that White teachers are more likely to ascribe Black boys’ behavior to ADHD and to assign them higher scores on the Vanderbilt Assessment Scale for ADHD than are Black parents.

Breakups cut deep in the ADHD heart. Our rejection sensitivity intensifies the hurt of being dumped nearly to the point of physical pain. We’re also prone to obsessive thinking.

By now, you’ve heard of “The Talk.” This is how the parents of African-American children explain the racial “facts of life” to their sons and daughters.It is the greatest joy — and the greatest burden — to bring children into the world. The challenges of parenthood multiply with Black children; more so when they have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD or ADD). How we handle those challenges can make the difference between success or failure for all kids.

“Don’t wait for your feelings to change to take action. Take action and your feelings will change.” ~Barbara Baron

podcast are numerous, though two themes among reviewers’ praises stand out:“I’m so grateful; the content saves me hundreds of years of trying to figure out things by myself,” and, “I’m so thankful for Lewis’s curiosity and the authenticity he brings to every conversation.” of life-changing information is exactly what Howes was aiming for when he launched the podcast in 2013, though the path to get there wasn’t exactly that of a conventional, starry-eyed entrepreneur. Instead, it took a career-ending injury and a broken dream to inspire Howes to start on his own path to greatness.The dream in question was professional football.

It’s no coincidence that your energy is highest when your spiritual health is well or when you’re intimate with someone. Your spiritual health is closely linked to your sexuality and your deepest, and innermost desires. Whether you’re getting down with your partner or having fun solo, your deepest sexual desires affect your spirit. 

A metaphor is not an ornament. It’s a necessary lens of perception that allows us to experience and think about ourselves and the world more clearly. Metaphors have a way of relating to us in a profound way, by clarifying immense life lessons and truths in fairly minimal space.Angel and I have shared the following metaphors and corresponding stories with our students, coaching clients, newsletter subscribers, and conference attendees dozens of times over the past 15 years, and we usually get thanked for doing so.

At its worst I thought that people were out to get me. Extinction Rebellion. A cult.

That Girl Lay Lay, dancing her way through La La Land, or appearing in cameos on Grace and Frankie, actress, dancer, and fitness instructor Tiffany Daniels can be found teaching her sold-out, high-energy spin classes in LA. While Daniels’ penchant for dancing remains (she was a former Laker Girl and on Broadway), she’s just as involved in the health and fitness industry. For her, wellness is more than LA’s devotion to juice cleanses, cold plunges, and IV therapy.

The first week of September was the season-opening at my family’s orchard. The Big Apple orchard is our happy place. Most of the time, it feels like we’re throwing a community party, with “new friends” welcomed to pop in, of course.

Do you struggle to stay healthy? Have you ever considered that your thyroid health could be the root of your troubles? Eating a balanced, nutritious diet is one of the most important things you can do to support your thyroid and keep it functioning correctly.

circadian rhythm.Just as your body works with your mind to wake you when you’re in slumber, it can also alert you when it’s time to make changes. You know that you need to move and do something different because your gut instincts and inner drive are compelling you. If you’re unsure of the signs you need to make some alterations, here are a few to consider.Positive changes are warranted when your life and job make you miserable.

Black-owned businesses that inspire inclusion, connection, and innovation. And because systemic racism is the cause of many health issues and a direct determinant of health, we’ve rounded up a list of female, Black-owned wellness brands that have carved out spaces for healing and celebration alike for People of Color.

Renata Hill has generated a whole lot of impact in her journalism career. And we mean a lot.

Life is short they say!  Eat the dessert first they say!  Well, there is some truth to this as we only have a certain amount of time/energy and as I reference in my book “heartbeats” in this life.  The good news is we have the power to decide where, when and how we spend this energy.Many of us may think of the holidays with fantasies of sugar plum fairies, ginger bread cookies and a house filled with the smell of fresh baked bread.  In reality, however, it can be stressful.  The demands of your time whether it be to purchase the perfect gift, put up the perfect decorations or participate in festivities may leave you with less than the desirable holiday cheer.  So how can you protect your precious time/energy and heartbeats this holiday season?  Listed below are 6 ways to recalibrate and focus where you spend your energy this holiday season:Heartbeat Bank Account:·        Picture your precious time and energy as heartbeats in a bank.  We are so careful with where and how we spend our money, why are we not doing the same with our precious heartbeats?  Pay close attention this holiday season to where, with whom and how you spend them.  Before committing to anything, ask yourself “is this a worthy transaction of my heartbeats?”  Let the answer guide your decisions on how you spend your precious time.Best For Test:·        This is an important guiding tool I use with my clients often which can be reinforced during the holiday season.  Pay close attention to who you surround yourself with.  Yes, there are some family gatherings and work event you may need to go to, however, for the other areas in your life, before you say yes to spending time with people, as yourself these questions:o   Do these people bring out the best in

Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency (MVAA) and he asked, “Have you heard about any resilience summits in Michigan?”“No, I haven’t. What have you heard?”“Nothing – and that’s a problem.

Anorexia nervosa is a mental health disorder that affects individuals of all ages and genders. It is characterized by an extreme fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading tosignificant weight loss. While it is a serious medical condition, various treatment options are available for thosesuffering from anorexia nervosa. Let’s take a closer […]

Q: “My teen with ADHD will enter high school in the fall. How can I help him prepare for the academic demands and higher expectations in 9th grade?”Ninth grade is a big leap for kids with ADHD, whose emotional maturity and executive functioning may lag a few years behind that of their neurotypical peers.

The ADHD effect on romantic relationships is substantial. Though often thrilling and fulfilling, ADHD relationships are invariably influenced by the condition's symptoms and traits — from emotional dysregulation to difficulty focusing.