Updates from Donae Cannon

Use the "Dread Scale" to Start Tasks with ADHD!

Use the "Dread Scale" to Start Tasks with ADHD!

anxiety, emotional regulation, energy management, flexible thinking, mindset, task initiation
Listen to Podcast or Watch on YouTubeThere’s a specific kind of frustration that comes with ADHD: You have something you need to do. It’s not even that big. And you just can’t make yourself
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Why Time Feels So Weird (and What Helps)

Why Time Feels So Weird (and What Helps)

attention regulation, executive functioning skills, overwhelm, time management
Listen to Podcast Aboveor Watch on YouTube HereTime management is often treated like a discipline problem, but it's not. For most of us, it's a skill problem. Time management requires severa
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Tracking Things That You Can't Check Off

Tracking Things That You Can't Check Off

memory tools, planning, time management
Boomerang Tasks: A Drain on Your ADHD Brain!WATCH ON YOUTUBE HEREThere’s a specific kind of task that tends to drain a lot of mental energy, especially for women with ADHD who often manage more of the
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Planning for ADHD Energy Swings

Planning for ADHD Energy Swings

energy management, flexible thinking, planning
PREFER VIDEO? WATCH ON YOUTUBEEnergy Budgets and Menus: Planning for ADHD Energy SwingsIf you have ADHD, you probably notice that some days you’re clear, focused, productive and other days, not so muc
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I Hate Mindfulness- Mindful Ideas for ADHD

I Hate Mindfulness- Mindful Ideas for ADHD

mindfulness, nervous system regulation
Prefer Video?   Watch the YouTube Video Here!If you have ADHD and feel like mindfulness “isn’t for you,” you’re not alone.We hear all the time that mindfulness improves focus, emotional regu
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Brain-Friendly Holidays: Keep the Joy, Reduce the Stress

Brain-Friendly Holidays: Keep the Joy, Reduce the Stress

Today we’re talking about practical, realistic, brain-friendly ways to lower stress, avoid burnout, and protect your energy during the holidays. No perfectionism just strategies that actually work your brain! In this video we cover:  Why holidays feel so intense with ADHD, How to simplify without losing joy , A better way to look at your calendar, Supporting executive functioning during busy seasons, Delegation, automating, reducing decisions, Building in recovery time, Anchoring habits for emotional + physical regulation, Self-compassion during a messy, beautiful season
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Meet Donae

As an occupational therapist, professionally trained coach, and a fellow ADHD brain I understand how ADHD can impact all of life; relationships, careers, finances, self care, and even self trust.

I've seen how the shame of past failures (and the fear of experiencing more) can shut us down and make it hard to know what to do next.  

If the techniques that work for typical brains haven't worked for you, it's time to try something new. Designing a life with more ease, self trust, and peace is possible. I can help you learn to work with your brain so you can make the changes that matter to you!


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