For many people with ADHD, perfectionism isn't about high standards—it's a learned response to years of executive dysfunction and shame. It's about trying to protect yourself from making the same mistakes again. This combination creates a unique kind of suffering: your ADHD brain demands perfection while also making perfection impossible to achieve. Understanding why these two show up together is your first step toward relief.

Self-compassion gets a bad reputation for being “too soft.” But despite many people thinking it’s about letting yourself off the hook, it’s actually about holding space for your humanity while still showing up. Read on to learn how being kinder to yourself makes you stronger.

After trauma, emotions can feel like a car alarm that won’t shut off, blaring even when there’s no real danger. For those with PTSD, this overactive alarm system makes it hard to know when to trust your gut and when emotions are keeping you stuck. Recovery means retraining your brain, rebuilding trust in yourself, and reclaiming joy.

Overthinking isn’t just annoying, it can hijack your sleep, decisions, and peace of mind. This post breaks down why your brain won’t stop spiraling and what actually helps.

Mindfulness gets a lot of hype, but it isn’t always helpful. Let’s break down when mindfulness supports regulation and when it may do more harm than good. If you’ve ever felt like mindfulness just made things worse, you’re not alone. Here's what to know and how to adapt it to actually work for you.

Not sure if getting a diagnosis is really worth it? You're not alone. In this blog, we explore why formal diagnoses can be validating, empowering, and key to getting the right support especially for ADHD, autism, anxiety, and more.