ADHD Essentials

ADHD, Boundaries, Overwhelm, and Getting into Action with Julie Kliers

Oct 9, 2024

Julie Kliers, an ADHD life coach from New York, shares her journey of self-discovery after being undiagnosed until age 46. She discusses the transformative power of diagnosis and challenges faced in navigating overwhelm and setting boundaries. Julie emphasizes the dangers of black-and-white thinking and how it leads to negative self-talk. By fostering intentionality in routines and embracing self-compassion, she provides practical strategies to help others get into action and unlock their unique strengths.

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Quick takeaways

Receiving an ADHD diagnosis empowers individuals to redefine personal boundaries and pursue strategies tailored to their unique needs.

Recognizing and implementing boundaries can significantly reduce feelings of overwhelm while ensuring personal priorities are respected and maintained.

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The Impact of ADHD Diagnosis

Receiving an ADHD diagnosis can significantly alter an individual's understanding of themselves and their capabilities. The diagnosis helps to define personal boundaries, allowing individuals to focus on effective strategies tailored to their needs instead of trying to fit neurotypical norms. This newfound clarity can alleviate feelings of overwhelm by eliminating ineffective methods and providing a clearer path toward achieving personal goals. Ultimately, understanding one's ADHD can lead to a profound transformation in relationships and everyday functioning, empowering individuals to pursue supportive practices.

Intro

3min

Overcoming ADHD: Embracing Support and Self-Compassion

7min

Navigating Self-Comparison and Cultivating Joy

4min

Intentionality and Boundaries in ADHD Management

13min

Mindful Takeaways for Adults with ADHD

2min

In today's episode, we're joined by Julie Kliers. Going undiagnosed until age 46 and not wanting to see her sons repeat her own struggles, Julie embarked on a crusade to learn all she could about ADHD, and became the person she needed. Now, she helps adults and students with ADHD embrace their unique and unlock their full potential!

Julie talks to us about the power of diagnosis, overwhelm, and boundaries. We discuss the ADHD trap of thinking we should be doing things in a neurotypical way and then beating ourselves up when we can’t, how executive function challenges lead to overwhelm, the struggle of black-and-white thinking, and ways to get into action.

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