Posts by Georgie Coote
You Don’t Need Momentum – You Need a Pause
There’s a lot of noise this time of year about getting ready to start again, about making big changes in the new year. But it can be hard to switch from the holiday season, and the stress that often comes with it, straight into pushing for change. Especially if you’re feeling tired, foggy, or simply…
Read MoreMindful Presence: Reclaiming Joy When You’re Always Rushing
Do you find yourself constantly rushing from one thing to the next, never being able to enjoy being in the moment of the activity without planning what’s next? Our brains get conditioned to run in fast mode, and ADHD brains often run fast by design, making it the norm to be on the hamster wheel…
Read MoreSimple Shared Rituals: Creating Meaning, Not Mayhem
As parents, we often set the bar very high for how we want the holidays (and, let’s face it, anything else during the year) to be perfect. I remember when my girls were young, the elf on the shelf was the thing to do, and I had a friend who posted her family elf’s elaborate…
Read MoreFrom Chaos to Calm: Reducing Holiday Overwhelm for Parents
Early December often feels like a whirlwind — shorter days, darker evenings, and the constant push to “make the season magical.” When daylight fades before dinner, many parents notice their patience and energy drop faster than usual. The holidays can feel like… a lot. The good news? You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through…
Read MoreShowing Up on Time When Your Brain Works on Its Own Clock (Thanksgiving Edition)
Thanksgiving week brings warmth, connection, and, let’s be honest, a lot of logistics and stress. Coordinating travel, dishes, timing, kids, pets, and the emotional load of family gatherings can feel overwhelming for anyone. But if you have ADHD, this week can highlight something you already know too well: Your brain works on its own clock.…
Read MoreBefore You Say Yes: Mindful Decision-Making for an Overloaded Season
Feeling stretched thin? Before you say yes, learn how mindful decision-making can help you pause, manage ADHD time blindness, and break free from people-pleasing this holiday season.
Read MoreThe Power of Pause: Why Slowing Down Matters More Than Ever
As the holidays approach, the world speeds up, calendars fill, lists grow longer, and your nervous system races to keep up. If you live with ADHD, that pace can feel like too much: constant motion, constant noise, constant pressure to do it all. But here’s the truth: you can’t be present when you’re always in…
Read MoreThe Neuroscience of Habit Formation: How to Build Habits That Stick (With or Without ADHD)
We all have habits, some that serve us and some that don’t. But have you ever wondered why they’re so hard to change or create in the first place? Understanding the neuroscience of habit formation can make all the difference, especially for people with ADHD, whose brains process motivation and reward a little differently. What…
Read MoreCan ADHD Coaching Help Women Succeed at Work?
If you’re a woman with ADHD, chances are you’ve worked twice as hard to appear “together” at work, while quietly juggling deadlines, overflowing inboxes, and the emotional weight of perfectionism. Many women with ADHD are high achievers who still feel like they’re falling behind. The truth is: traditional productivity advice doesn’t always work when your…
Read MoreSelf-Compassion vs. Self-Criticism: How RAIN Helps You Be Kinder to Yourself
When life gets hard, most of us have an inner critic that jumps in before anyone else can. It’s that voice that says, “You should’ve done better,” or “Why can’t you ever get it right?” If you live with ADHD, perfectionism, or chronic self-doubt, this voice can be especially loud. It’s one of the ways…
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