You’re Not Broken: The 7-Week Executive Function Workbook for Late-Diagnosed ADHD Adults: Heal Shame, Build Habits, and Reclaim Your Life with Science-Based Tools
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You’re Not Broken: The 7-Week Executive Function Workbook for Late-Diagnosed ADHD Adults: Heal Shame, Build Habits, and Reclaim Your Life with Science-Based Tools
Stop everything if you have 3+: ● Can't do previously easy tasks ● Everything too loud/bright/much ● Emotions either numb or explosive ● Rest doesn't help anymore ● Feel empty, not just tired This means: Full stop needed. Not push through. Real recovery required.
No decisions for 24 hours RSD lies. Wait for clarity.
Trust Building Under-promise, over-deliver. Use systems, not willpower.
WHEN RELATIONSHIPS STRUGGLE (Connection) Repair Formula Acknowledge impact Brief explanation (not excuse) Concrete solution Follow through
Active recovery works better than stillness.
Unmasking Time Schedule time to drop the neurotypical act. Even 10% less masking can mean 30% more energy.
Buffer Formula Your estimate × 2 + 15 minutes = realistic