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, […]
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: […]
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 […]
Embracing ADHD in the BIPOC Community: Overcoming Stigma and Finding Support
Explore the unique challenges of ADHD in the BIPOC community, from cultural stigma to late diagnoses. Learn why many people of color resist the ADHD label and how embracing neurodivergence can create positive change. Join us for the upcoming BIPOC Neurodivergence Virtual Event on October 30, 2024, and be part of an empowering conversation.
Black Women and ADHD: The Weight of Expectations and Navigating Neurodivergence
Explore the unique challenges Black women face when navigating ADHD and societal expectations. Learn about late diagnosis, perfectionism, and the pressure to be strong.
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!
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 […]
The Great Lost-and-Found: Adventures in an ADHD Household
ADHD doesn’t go away, but routines and empathy do wonders. Even when we mess up, we’ve got to offer and receive understanding and grace—often from the people we least expect.
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 […]