09/12/2025
πΏβ¨ Holistic ADHD Hacks β¨πΏ
ADHD isnβt a π»ππΆπ β itβs a different wiring! The trick? Working with your brain, not against it. Here are some holistic tips & tricks that make life flow a little easier:
π Start with Shoes On: Need motivation? Put your shoes on first thing. Signals βitβs go timeβ to your brain.
β³ Timers Are Your Friend: 10-minute timer to start a task = instant momentum. Bonus: it keeps you from falling into time warps.
π Micro-Rewards: Finish the email? Tea break. Fold the laundry? Dance party. Train your brain with dopamine sprinkles.
π¦ Body Double Trick: Work alongside a friend (in person or virtually). ADHD brains thrive with accountability + energy exchange.
π One Home for Each Thing: Keys on a hook. Glasses in the same spot. Donβt make your brain reinvent the wheel daily.
π± Energy Reset Snacks: Protein + healthy fat stabilizes focus (think almonds, boiled eggs, or hummus with veggies).
βοΈ Nature + Light Therapy: Morning sunlight balances circadian rhythm, improves mood + focus.
π Movement as Medicine: When your brain freezes, move your body: stretch, walk, shake it out. It reboots your system. Yoga, dancing, walkingβ¦ even 5 minutes can reset your focus.
π± Nourish Your Brain: Omega-3s, protein-rich snacks, and steady hydration keep energy stable.
πͺ· Mindful Micro-Moments: Breathwork, EFT tapping, or meditation (even 2 minutes!) calm the inner chaos.
π΅ Sound Therapy: Binaural beats or calming music help regulate focus and mood.
π Externalize the Chaos: Whiteboards, sticky notes, journalsβdonβt let your brain be the only storage unit.
π Nervous System Love: Magnesium, adaptogens, and gentle routines support regulation.
Remember: ADHD isnβt about fixing yourself. Itβs about creating a lifestyle that celebrates your unique rhythm. πβ¨