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My Brain is a Messy Desk: 7 Executive Functioning Hacks from Someone Who Actually Gets It
The most frustrating feeling is knowing exactly what you need to do but being unable to start. This is the "knowing/doing gap," a core challenge of executive functioning. If you're tired of generic advice like "just use a planner," this article offers 7 practical, real-world strategies designed for brains that operate differently. Learn to lower activation energy, externalize your working memory, and work with your neurobiology, not against it.
erinmiggantz
Oct 67 min read


"Fixing" a Deficit vs. Supporting a Difference: Why the Neurodiversity Paradigm is a Game-Changer
For decades, we've been taught that brain differences like ADHD and autism are "disorders" to be fixed. But what if that entire framework is wrong? This article introduces the neurodiversity paradigm—a powerful shift in thinking that reframes these differences as natural human variations. Discover how moving from a "deficit" to a "difference" mindset can be the key to unlocking self-acceptance and building a life that truly fits.
erinmiggantz
Sep 303 min read


When Your Diagnosis Doesn't Fit: How Psychological Assessment Can Bring a Blurry Picture into Focus
You have a diagnosis—or maybe several—but it feels like an ill-fitting suit. Your treatment isn't working, and you still don't feel understood. You're not alone. This article explores why initial diagnoses can miss the mark and how a comprehensive psychological assessment can provide the diagnostic clarity you need to finally get a clear picture, an effective plan, and a true sense of validation.
erinmiggantz
Sep 303 min read


The Knowing-Doing Gap: A Compassionate Guide to Understanding Executive Dysfunction
Do you know exactly what you need to do but feel frozen, unable to start? You're not lazy or unmotivated. You might be navigating executive dysfunction. This guide offers a compassionate look at what executive dysfunction is, how it feels, and how gaining clarity—often through psychological assessment—can provide a personalized user manual for your unique brain.
erinmiggantz
Sep 304 min read


Quiet Quitting or Neurodivergent Burnout? Finding the Real Reason You're Drained.
For many neurodivergent individuals, maintaining a job in a world not built for them is a constant struggle. This often leads to what's now called "quiet quitting"—a state of profound burnout and disengagement. If you find yourself doing the bare minimum, you're not lazy or unmotivated; you're likely experiencing the exhaustion of a fundamental mismatch. This guide will help you diagnose the real problem and find a sustainable path forward.
erinmiggantz
Sep 305 min read
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