mental health
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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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Loving myself has been the more challenging personal goal I have ever pursued.
Here I discussed a controversial topic: self-hate and how difficult it is to battle against it. Continue reading
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The Two Life-Changing Lessons That Helped Me Find Peace
I often wish I had learned sooner how to be both forgiving of myself and assertive with others. For a long time, I let mistakes define me and unkindness go unchecked. I now know that our past doesn’t dictate our… Continue reading
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Why I Stopped Multitasking and What Happened Next: A personal reflection on a productivity experiment
As a biology student, juggling multiple tasks led to exhaustion and poor work quality. This changed with The Fabulous app, which introduced focus blocks and deep work concepts. The realization that multitasking is a myth helped reduce cognitive costs and… Continue reading
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