Posts by Jean Tidd
Navigating ADHD and Anxiety: Strategies for Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the intersection of ADHD and anxiety—two conditions that frequently coexist and amplify each other’s challenges. ADHD’s chronic stress fuels anxiety, while anxiety can exacerbate symptoms like emotional regulation and distractibility. For adults with ADHD, family members, and supporters, understanding this overlap is key…
Read MoreEmbracing the Shift: Spring Transitions for Adults with ADHD
As traces of winter melt away and signs of spring start to bloom, many of us feel a sense of renewal in the air. But for adults with ADHD, seasonal transitions, especially from winter to spring, can bring a mix of emotions and challenges. The shift in daylight, schedules, and energy can feel invigorating one…
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Love Notes to ADHD: Celebrating the Connections of Support
In February, we celebrate love: love for partners, for friends, for ourselves, and for the communities that uplift us. For those of us with ADHD, finding a space where we feel truly seen and understood can be life-changing. Badass ADHD Coaching and its community offer just that: a place where our unique brains are truly…
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Valentine’s Day & ADHD: Creative Ways to Show Love
Valentine’s Day can be a beautiful celebration of love and connection, but for those with ADHD, the traditional flowers-and-dinner routine might not always feel meaningful. ADHD brains thrive on novelty, creativity, and engagement, so why not shake things up this year with date ideas and gifts that truly resonate? Whether you or your partner have…
Read MoreADHD and Social Media: Navigating the Digital Maze
Social media is a double-edged sword for adults with ADHD. On one hand, it offers instant connection, creativity, and stimulation. On the other, it can amplify distraction, fuel procrastination, and contribute to emotional dysregulation. Understanding how ADHD intersects with social media use is key to building healthier habits and harnessing its benefits without being consumed…
Read MoreStarting the New Year with ADHD-Friendly Goals
The new year is a perfect time to set goals that work with your ADHD, not against it. Focus on small, achievable steps that let you build momentum and celebrate progress along the way. Instead of overwhelming yourself with big, vague resolutions, break them into bite-sized actions. Want to get more organized? Start by sorting…
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