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(Originally published May 23, 2016, Updated March 11, 2022) It makes sense to look for a solution when you have a problem. And you may spend a fair amount of time looking for answers to your ADHD-related challenges. You probably found this article in one of your searches, right? Even though you may already have what you need. I know you may be thinking, “That’s ridiculous! Why would I waste my time looking for an answer I already have!” Sure, if you realized you had the answer, you wouldn’t continue searching. But sometimes you are not aware you already have the answer because you are not effectively using your tools and strategies. One reason for this could be that you have not customized the solution…

(originally published September 6, 2019, updated December 14, 2021) If I were to tell you ADHD adults commonly need to upgrade their self-talk skills, you might think, “What? I talk to myself all the time!” I know you do. In fact, just before reading this article, maybe you told yourself: “I should be doing my work. I’m going to be late delivering, again!! Why can’t I get stuff done like everyone else? And then, completely frustrated, you might have decided to read this article. Because, you told yourself, “I’m going to be late getting it in, anyway. Reading one article is not going to make a difference.” While you may be well versed in the above self-talk, engaging in this kind only serves to hinder…