You are halfway through explaining a problem out loud when you hear yourself land on the answer. You did not plan the ending. The sentence just arrived, somewhere between “so the thing is” and “oh, wait, that’s it.” If that is how your best thinking tends to show up, especially if you have ADHD, there … read more
Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking: “That isn’t what I meant to say.” Or maybe you’ve replayed an argument over and over in your head, coming up with the perfect response hours after the conversation ended. Maybe you’ve avoided bringing up a problem entirely because you were afraid the discussion would turn … read more
An ADHD marriage does not have to turn one partner into a parent and the other into a kid. Worth saying that first, because almost everything written about ADHD in marriage starts from the opposite assumption. Most of the advice out there is written for the partner who does not have ADHD, and it reads … read more
If you have spent any time around autism content, you have probably been told that autistic people lack empathy. The line is repeated in textbooks, parenting forums, and HR trainings. It is also wrong, in a way that has cost a lot of people a lot of years. The double empathy problem is the reframe. … read more
As a sibling, you may be the most important person (or at least one of the most important people) in your brother or sister’s life. Even though some days may feel like they are filled with disagreements, annoyances, and sibling rivalry, you will always be their biggest supporter. This bond becomes even stronger when your … read more
A marriage or a partnership is often a balancing act, but it can be especially challenging when one partner has executive function (EF) challenges. If your spouse or partner struggles with things like planning, organization, time management, or completing tasks, it’s important to offer support and understanding. In this blog post, we’ve outlined four ways … read more