mental health
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The Biology of Burnout in ADHDers: What Your Nervous System is Trying to Tell You
Burnout can appear when we least expect it. It’s like hitting an invisible wall; we cannot bring ourselves to answer a single email, and well-meaning friends tell us to “just get some sleep” or “take a weekend to relax.” We… Continue reading
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2016-2017 were awful years for me
The Perfect Storm of Crisis I remember those years vividly because the crisis in Venezuela was intensifying daily. It was incredibly hard to buy food, and there were days when we did not have any protein to eat. We were… Continue reading
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Tricks I use to sleep better that can help you too
Oh my… I have tried so many things to sleep better! And I’m glad that I did. Now I know that I’m the kind of person who needs more than the “regular” 7-8 hours of sleep. For a long time,… Continue reading
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Why Guilt Kills our ADHDers’ To-Do Lists (And How to Fix It with Kindness)
Disclaimer: This article has situations that most ADHD-ers face, but not all sources used focus on neurospicy brains. Neurotypical brains might still face similar challenges, tho. Experiment with different approaches, but always prioritize professional medical and mental health professionals’ advice… Continue reading
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Don’t F*ck Your Future Self this 2026.
I have been into self-development since I was a teenager. I remember reading The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens and trying desperately to become better. As a scraggy teenager with no self-esteem, that was not an easy task. I… Continue reading
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My biggest challenges for 2026 and how I will overcome them :)
Oh my, it’s been two years since I wrote what my challenges were on 2024. I’ll start first with the challenges that remain the same, and then we’ll take a look to the (many) changes. Challenge one: Keeping the blog… Continue reading
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I thought Vision boards were wishful thinking… then I read the Science.
I initially dismissed vision boards as superficial, but research reveals their potential when designed correctly. Effective boards should focus on “Process Visualization,” acknowledge obstacles, and incorporate personal values to energize action. Following these principles, vision boards transform from mere decorations… Continue reading
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