The LLO ADHD Blog
I love writing. There’s something so therapeutic about putting my words onto a page.
I’m constantly inspired by the beautiful landscape where I live in Cornwall, and also when I’m solo travelling abroad, and often write in my head while I’m out walking or exploring.
So grab a cuppa and delve into the ADHDventures of a Life Less Ordinary…
(Looking for more solo travel specific content? Check out my Italy travel blog - Beara Italia - as well!)
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A letter to my 5 year old self
People don't write letters anymore, which seems a shame. The me that is writing to you lives in a very different world to the one where you've packed a picnic for your bear and are ready to set off on an adventure…
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Solo Travel with ADHD
For many people with ADHD, the idea of traveling—especially solo—can feel overwhelming. From trip planning and booking flights to navigating unfamiliar places and finding food in a new country, the process can be daunting.
Access to Work
When I was diagnosed with ADHD in October 2022, I had never heard of the Access to Work (ATW) scheme. I stumbled across an article online—or maybe it was on social media—and thought, “What do I have to lose by applying?”
ADHD Friendly Recipe #1
Cooking has become a relaxing outlet for me. I know that’s not the case for everyone with ADHD—many people find cooking and meal prep stressful. That’s why I’m excited to share simple, minimal-prep recipes that are packed with healthy ingredients and easy to make, even in batches! With batch cooking, you can prep meals for several days in advance, a lifesaver when energy and focus are low.
The Best supplements for ADHD
One of the most common questions I get asked is, “What supplements do you take for ADHD?” Since being diagnosed, I’ve put a lot of time and effort into finding natural ways to manage my symptoms, without medication.
The Power of a good Sleep Routine for ADHD
For those of us with ADHD, constant internal dialogue makes it tough to drift off into sleep. Add the fact that many people with ADHD are night owls—most productive between late afternoon and the early morning—and it’s easy to see why maintaining healthy sleep patterns can be a real struggle.
My Top 3 ADHD-Friendly Gadgets 2024
Living with ADHD can be challenging, especially when managing the many comorbidities that often accompany it. ADHD isn't just about struggling to sit still or being hyperactive; it also involves dealing with anxiety, emotional dysregulation, an inability to stay focused, fidgeting, sensory overload, and the constant battle to stay organized and clutter-free. If you're not careful, things can quickly spiral out of control!
The Power of a Morning Routine for ADHD
In the last two years, I’ve learned a lot about ADHD, but nothing has been more eye-opening than discovering the importance of starting the day with healthy, helpful habits. Implementing a structured routine—and sticking to it—has significantly improved my mental well-being and increased my productivity.
The Rough Guide to Access to Work (for ADHD)
If you’ve landed on this blog post chances are you’re curious to know more about a government scheme called Access to Work and how it could help make your work life as an ADHD’er so much easier.
Does my ADHD define me?
When I got my ADHD diagnosis at the age of 51, I had lived over half a century completely unaware that I was Neurodivergent.
That’s 5 decades of feeling deep down inside that I was different to so many of my peers and people around me, but not knowing why.
