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01: Executive Functioning with Lesley PsyD

Struggle Care

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Being Kind to Yourself with ADHD Diagnosis

Having an ADHD diagnosis has made it easier to be compassionate towards oneself when suddenly losing motivation or experiencing executive function issues, similar to how one would react with understanding and kindness after receiving stressful news about a family member's health. Prior to the diagnosis, there was a lack of self-compassion when faced with sudden shutdowns or loss of motivation during the day, but now, post-diagnosis, there is a greater ability to acknowledge and accept these moments as valid reasons to take it easy and be kind to oneself.

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