Updates from Donae Cannon

Superhero Mode, Jell-O Mode, and the Middle Mode That Works

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:04:00 -0500

With ADHD, a productive “superhero” day can feel great—until it gives way to a "Jell-O day" when even small tasks feel impossible. What if the goal isn’t to have more superhero days, but to build a middle ground you can rely on? Explore how smaller, more flexible ways to start can help you get things done without waiting for a burst of energy—and build self-trust along the way.

Stop Chasing Consistency; Try This Instead

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:31:00 -0500

If consistency has always felt like the gold standard, this post offers a more compassionate and realistic approach for ADHD brains: flexibility. It explores why trying to show up the exact same way every day can backfire, and how working with changing energy, attention, and life demands can actually build stronger self-trust. Instead of chasing perfection, the focus shifts to persistence, small wins, and finding ways to keep going even after setbacks. It’s a refreshing reframe for anyone who wants to get things done without relying on shame, rigidity, or an all-or-nothing mindset.

You're NOT The Problem!

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:01:00 -0500

The Goldilocks Problem With ADHD

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:58:00 -0500

Organizing with ADHD: Systems That Work For Your Brain

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:01:00 -0500

Interrupting with ADHD: What’s Really Going On (and What Helps)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:28:00 -0500

Interrupting in conversations is one of the most common (and misunderstood) challenges for people with ADHD when it comes to social skills and connections. It can create real friction in relationships and be interpreted as us not listening, not caring, or making things about ourselves. But that’s usually not what’s happening at all. It turns out many of us have brain needs that can make interrupting more likely and there are ways we can meet those needs without having to mask or "check out" during conversations.

Why You Say YES When You Shouldn't (ADHD Fawn Response Explained)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:04:00 -0500

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

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0500

Why Time Feels So Weird (and What Helps)

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:29:00 -0500

Habits Done Differently- Help For ADHD

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:27:00 -0500

Tracking Things That You Can't Check Off

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:57:00 -0500

Emotional Regulation with ADHD: The Pyramid That Actually Helps

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:03:00 -0500

When people say they want to work on emotional regulation, they're typically looking for tools that help them stay calm when they experience big emotions without feeling like they're shutting down or blowing up. They want to be in the place where they can still make choices, even if things are hard. If you have ADHD, nervous system dysregulation is common. That doesn’t just show up in attention, it shows up in how we experience our emotions and energy, too.

Planning for ADHD Energy Swings

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:27:00 -0600

I Hate Mindfulness- Mindful Ideas for ADHD

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:10:00 -0600

ADHD and Thought Distortions: When Your Brain Lies to You

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0600