Guess What I Found Out Last Week?


Hey Reader,

Did you know I once dreamed of being a professional actor? I know it’s not exactly ADHD-related, but it’s always been a big part of my world, and I wanted to share it with you today. Hope that’s cool. Just last week, I was sifting through some of my dad’s old papers and found his old headshots, call sheets, and scripts (yep, he wanted to be an actor too!). It was such a blast learning more about his passion and our shared love for drama.

Speaking of learning about new things…I’ve been diving a little deeper into the mysteries of ADHD and emotions. After some quality time with some books and our friend, Google, I found some fascinating stuff I thought you might be interested to know.

Care to read?

  1. Apparently, emotional regulation in ADHD is a big deal! Turns out, about 70% of folks with ADHD struggle with it. This means they might feel emotions super intensely, have trouble controlling their reactions, and find it hard to return to a calm state.
  2. This one blew my mind: People with ADHD can have trouble with emotional memory! They might not remember past emotional experiences accurately, which affects how they react to new situations. And they may not learn from emotional experiences the same way others do.
  3. And here’s a kicker: Struggling with emotional regulation can mess with overall self-regulation. This makes managing time, planning, and completing tasks even harder. Um, no wonder I have a tough time getting stuff done! 🤦‍♀️

I’d love to hear any facts about ADHD and emotional regulation that you know or experience. Just hit reply to share!

Can’t wait to learn from you, too!

Til next time!

Michelle xx

Living and THRIVING with ADHD!

Hey there! I'm Michelle! I'm a Certified ADHD Life Coach and Executive Function Coach. I’m not here to sugarcoat things, or give you a bunch of salesy stuff—my newsletters are real, raw, and packed with the kind of insights and strategies you probably won't find in many places. Expect a healthy dose of humour, a sprinkle of tough love, and a whole lot of practical strategies to help you navigate life with ADHD. In my corner of the internet, you’ll find no-nonsense strategies, tips and tricks, real talk and honest conversations about the ups and downs of living with ADHD. Combine that with a dash of humour because sometimes, you just need to laugh. Join me if you’re ready for a refreshingly honest approach to ADHD. I’m excited to share what I’ve learned and support you in creating a life that works for you.

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