Awesome Self-Compassion Strategies for Managing ADHD

As a kid I didn’t understand why staying focused was so difficult for me. I took notes, did my homework, turned in my assignments, but I still struggled in some of my classes. Sometimes I would be put on punishment for my grades, which really SUCKED. I can’t tell you how many times I was told I needed to manage my time better, work harder, pay attention, stop talking or laughing during class [INSERT SLOW EYE ROLL HERE]. Since then, I’ve learned about ADHD and the symptoms and challenges that come with it. Learning what ADHD is, and what it is not a huge ‘A-HA Moment’ for me! I had to learn the practice of self-compassion so I could build my own foundation that created space for me to STOP BEATING MYSELF UP and get my crap together. I had to give myself some grace as I shifted into making positive changes, and figure out what works for me.

Routines work for me. With ADHD I’m learning that fitness training helps me stay focused throughout the day. Training with someone who knows how to push me to the edge in ways I can understand and respect, along with Body Doubling has been healing to my Vagus Nerves.