People-Pleasing in Neurodivergent Adults
A little while ago, I shared that I would be exploring recurring themes I see in therapy with neurodivergent adults. If “not good enough” is one of the core beliefs, people-pleasing is often the strategy that grows around it. Many neurodivergent adults do not simply struggle with self-worth. They become highly skilled at managing other…
“Not Good Enough” and Neurodivergence
How It Develops — and How We Can Work With It in the Therapy Room One of the most common themes I see in my work with neurodivergent (ND) adults is the deep-rooted belief of “I am not good enough.” This applies especially to those diagnosed later in life, but it is also very present…
Avoiding Burnout as an AuDHD Woman: What Worked for Me This Year (and What Didn’t)
Last week, I shared a post about how I avoided total burnout this year. I hesitated before posting it. Part of me worried it might come across as a bragging post. But another part of me felt it was important to say this out loud: Burnout doesn’t have to be a regular, inevitable part of…
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