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Our blog is your go-to resource for news, insights, and articles on ADHD, education, personal growth, and more. Here, you’ll find expert advice, inspiring stories, and practical tips to help you navigate life’s challenges and celebrate your unique strengths.
Encouragement

Proudly Wired Differently: Reframing ADHD & Mental Health-Disability Pride Month

On July 12th, I had the honor of being the guest speaker for the National Association of Health Services Executives (N.A.H.S.E.) Baltimore Chapter’s community walk at Lake Montebello—a powerful gathering that blended mental health advocacy, movement, and meaningful dialogue. As someone living with ADHD and working at the intersection of education, coaching, and expressive arts, I’ve learned to see my neurodivergence not as a barrier, but as a blueprint. I was invited to speak as part

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July 21, 2025
Articles

Art As A Pathway To Self-Expression And Emotional Well-Being

Check out the latest article written by Shayne Swift at Brainz Magazine. At SwiftLyfe Coaching and Consulting, we embrace the transformative power of art as a tool for self-expression, emotional regulation, and personal growth. Creativity offers a unique way to navigate emotions, process challenges, and celebrate individuality. Inspired by Hillary Sartor’s book, Embracing Neurodivergent Beauty: Celebrating the Artistry of Being True to Oneself, and the experiences of our clients, we’ve seen how artistic expression—whether through

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December 16, 2024
Encouragement

The Power of Body Doubling for ADHDers

As someone who has lived with ADHD since being diagnosed as an adult, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to stay focused, start tasks, and avoid the constant pull of distractions. At SwiftLyfe Coaching and Consulting, I’ve made it my mission to share strategies that help people like us thrive, and one of the most effective tools I’ve found is body doubling. This simple yet powerful approach has transformed the way I and

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December 2, 2024
Encouragement

Matryoshka Dolls: A Metaphor for ADHD and Masking

Join me on a journey of self-discovery, where we redefine rejection, reclaim our power through creativity, and celebrate the beauty of neurodiversity. It’s time to shed the masks and embrace who we truly are—let’s explore this liberating path together!

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September 26, 2024
Encouragement

The Great DMV Odyssey: An ADHD Adventure

Picture this: navigating the DMV feels like holding a stick of dynamite with a fuse barely half an inch long. Add the chaos of a remote learner’s permit test, and you’ve got yourself an epic saga—one that’s especially challenging when ADHD is part of the mix. Day One: The Battle of the Slow Computer Our saga begins with a nerve-wracking pretest ritual: log in ten minutes early, sit in a room that’s more barren than

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August 19, 2024
Encouragement

Growing Up a Black Girl with Undiagnosed ADHD

Do you remember Sophia from the Golden Girls? Picture it! Uptown NW DC…1983! Motown celebrated 25 years, Return of the Jedi hit the box office, and Mario Bros released its first arcade game. I was in the sixth grade in Mrs. Sewell’s class, at the end of my elementary school career. I’d been a decent student because my mom was in college to be a teacher. Her educational experience was probably one of my saving

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July 24, 2024