by Suzy Carbrey | Apr 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
The short version Body doubling is working on a task while another person is present and working on their own task. You don’t need a diagnosis for it to help. It works because it adds structure, gentle accountability, and a shared container that makes starting easier....
by Suzy Carbrey | Apr 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
The short version Restarting a task is not the same as continuing it. When you restart, you are not simply doing the work. You are rebuilding context, momentum, and emotional steadiness. For many adults, especially overwhelmed professionals, parents, and those...
by Suzy Carbrey | Apr 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
The short version Interruptions aren’t just inconvenient. They’re neurologically expensive. Every interruption requires you to stop, shift, regulate, and re-enter. For overwhelmed professionals and parents juggling work and home, managing interruptions isn’t about...
by Suzy Carbrey | Apr 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
The short version Decision fatigue is the cognitive exhaustion that builds after making too many choices. It does not mean you are indecisive. It means your brain has a limited decision budget. When that budget runs low, prioritizing becomes harder, impulse control...
by Suzy Carbrey | Mar 25, 2026 | Uncategorized
At a Glance Patience is a skill, not a personality trait. ADHD brains need support to access it. Waiting feels harder due to dopamine differences, emotional intensity, and time perception. Practicing patience works best when you focus on three layers: State (body...
