A woman dressed in red, jumping with joy in the middle of the street. She has a big, cheerful smile. The photo has very ADHD energy.

How Can I Get Energy With ADHD Without Caffeine?

For most people with ADHD, caffeine doesn’t work as it would for neurotypical people. Instead of a boost of energy, it makes them calm and sleepy. I’m one of those odd ADHDers for whom caffeine works normally. I have asked around and apparntly, it happens. But if you are not one of the fortunate, what to do to get an extra kick when you have stuff to finish? Here are some tips!

Older woman reading a book about autism

What I Want My Mum to Know About Autism

Dear mum, 

I know you are confused about my recent autistic diagnosis. It’s difficult to adjust your view of someone you have known all their life – I know because it was difficult to adjust my view of myself. It took me some time and I understand that it will take you some time as well. But now I embrace my autistic identity and I would like you to understand it better.