Is ADHD Coaching for you?

March 2022

Funmi from Health Storylines

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Hey there,

We hope Health Storylines has been able to help you better manage your ADHD. Though having tools to manage your ADHD is helpful, oftentimes it is complemented with external support. That’s why we’d like to talk about ADHD coaching in this newsletter.

ADHD Coaching? What is that?

ADHD coaching programs are beneficial for individuals who are looking for strategies that will help them overcome obstacles on their journey. Based on your strengths and challenges, a coach can work with you to make goals such as improving your:

Coaching is best used alongside other ADHD treatments such as medication and/or therapy. If you decide to embark on this journey, keeping track of your goals with your Health Storylines app is a great way to track your progress over time. If you decide to book a session with a coach, remember to note it down in your Appointment Calendar and we’ll remind you when it’s almost time.

Pick The Best Coach For You

Though psychotherapists and other professionals can be coaches, not all coaches are certified by a regulatory body. It’s important to do some background research to ensure you pick a coach that’s right for you. To get you started, click the button below for a directory of verified American coaches compiled by the ADHD Coaches Organization.

Are you ready for spring?🌷

April 2022

Jessica from Health Storylines

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Hey there,

Thank you for being part of the Health Storylines community. It’s finally spring! Which means it’s time for the dreaded “spring cleaning”. Getting the motivation to organize can be tough so we thought we’d share a few tips to help get you started:

1. Buddy System

Do you need to clean out the garage? Re-organize your room? These tasks can seem daunting when thinking about doing it on your own. If you invite a friend they can help you stay on task and turn a chore into a fun hangout! 

2. Brighten up your day

A key part of getting organized is keeping track of important things. Buying common items like your wallet, keychains, etc., in brighter colors can help prevent misplacing them.

3. Write it down

Sometimes the hardest thing to organize is our minds. Keep track of important thoughts and experiences you don’t want to forget in your journal.

4. One thing at a time

Set attainable goals to accomplish your tasks before they build up.

We know that managing ADHD can be difficult, but we’re here to help. To keep track of your symptoms and medications visit the HS app.

Does procrastination get in your way?

July 2022

Jessica from Health Storylines

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Hi there,

Thank you for continuing to be a part of the Health Storylines community. Life can get busy, and it can feel overwhelming at times. When procrastination sets in, it can be difficult to get things done and it can really take a toll on your self-esteem.  

We wanted to talk to you about some steps you can take to help when you’re feeling the weight of procrastination. It is important to always remember that these tips may not work for everyone and that everyone has their own limits.

Remember, your worth is not determined by your productivity.

You’ve got this! When reflecting on your day, challenge yourself to focus on everything you did accomplish, rather than worrying about what you couldn’t get done. Tomorrow is always a new day.  

If you need some extra motivation to get started on those tasks, check out the Task Challenger tool:

Still thinking about coaching?

May 2022

Jessica from Health Storylines

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Hi there,

Thank you for continuing to be a part of the Health Storylines community. We’ve talked about the benefits of coaching for ADHD before, but what do coaches actually teach you? Here’s an example of something you might learn in an ADHD coaching session.

People use many tips and tricks that help them stay on track when it comes to productivity. However, when it comes to someone with ADHD, these tips may not work the same way for you and can damage your self-esteem.

For example, you might have heard that when you’re feeling overwhelmed by the amount of tasks you have to accomplish, a way to help this is to start with the most difficult one and get it out of the way. The reason this doesn’t work for a lot of people with ADHD is because the potential for productivity can be viewed in three distinct patterns:

Genius Zone

This is the time of the day when your executive function is peaked. You might describe it as feeling ‘in the zone’. When you’re in your Genius Zone, you may find it easiest to complete your most complicated or challenging tasks that require more focus. This peak can happen at any time of the day, so use the Symptom Tracker to keep track of your genius zone!

Kinetic Zone

This is the period where you have lots of energy, physical, mental, or both! You may experience racing thoughts or feel like you have to run a marathon at this time. Don’t fight it! Do what you need to do to get it out.  You might be increasing your need to recharge later on if you don’t. Use this energy to complete smaller tasks that don’t take long, as you might feel like you need to jump between tasks quickly.

Recharge Zone

If you are in this zone, you may feel that you have so little energy and difficulty focusing, that you may not have it in you to even speak. That is totally okay. Shut off your lights and devices and honour the signals your body is sending you. That you need to rest. If you feel this way, take some time for yourself and take a much-needed break.

Three things you didn’t know were associated with ADHD

August 2022

Jessica from Health Storylines

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Hello there,

Thank you for continuing to be a part of the Health Storylines community. You might be familiar with the common symptoms associated with ADHD, but what about those things that you do, that you don’t really have a name for? Have you ever caught yourself in the middle of certain behaviours and wondered, “does anyone else do this too?”.

To find new tools to help you track your experiences and become more aware of how they are affecting you on a daily basis, check out the ADD/ADHD category in the new ‘Health Tool Library’:

If you liked learning about these symptoms, let us know if you would like a part 2 to this newsletter to learn about some more.

More things you didn’t know were associated with ADHD

September 2022

Jessica from Health Storylines

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Hello there,

Thank you for continuing to be a part of the Health Storylines community. Last month we sent out a newsletter talking about some common feelings and behaviors associated with ADHD that aren’t really talked about enough. Our goal was to help you better understand ADHD and let you know that you’re not alone.  

Some of you replied to our email asking for a part two… so let’s get started!

Learning about what symptoms you struggle with and how they are affecting you is an important part of managing your condition. Tracking your symptoms on a regular basis can help keep you informed: