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Nervous System Reset: How to Downshift from Burnout Mode (Holiday Edition)
Understanding ADHD stress cycles + simple regulation tools that actually work The holidays may be marketed as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for ADHD brains, they often bring more stimulation, more pressure, more decisions, and more emotional load . It’s the perfect recipe for slipping into burnout mode—fast. Here’s how ADHD stress patterns collide with holiday demands, and what you can do to reset your nervous system before (or after) the crash. Why ADHD Brains B

Gretchen Pound, PhD
5 days ago2 min read


🧠 Reset Before the Rush: Creating ADHD-Friendly Routines for the Holidays
How to stay grounded, calm, and structured when everything gets a little unpredictable The holidays are filled with joy, connection, and… total routine chaos. For people with ADHD, the shift from everyday structure to holiday schedules can feel like jumping from a neatly labeled planner into a glitter tornado. More noise, more crowds, more expectations, more sensory overwhelm—and fewer predictable routines. Before things ramp up, a small “reset” can make the entire season fee

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Nov 192 min read


Last Quarter Year Check-In: Reflecting on ADHD Goals and Progress
October often sneaks up on us — the air feels crisper, the days get shorter, and suddenly we realize the year is rounding its final corner. For many of us with ADHD, time can feel slippery — months blur together, projects multiply, and goals we set in January might feel like distant memories. But October is actually a perfect moment to pause, reflect, and reset our intentions for the last quarter of the year. 🌿 Why October is a Powerful Reflective Moment October sits at a n

Gretchen Pound, PhD
Oct 272 min read
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