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The Struggle to Start
Why getting going is harder than it looks. You know the feeling. The task is sitting right in front of you: an email that needs a reply, a report that needs finishing, or even something simple like tidying the kitchen. You want to do it. You’ve probably even thought about doing it several times. But when the moment comes to begin, it’s as if your brain hits a wall. You can’t quite make yourself start, no matter how much you intend to. This struggle to start is one of the most
Vanessa Smith
Nov 52 min read
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The Myth of the Perfect Planner
The perfect planner is always the next one you buy. Spiral-bound, leather-bound, bullet journals, even sleek digital apps that promise to...
Vanessa Smith
Sep 32 min read
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Understanding PDA – When Autonomy Feels Like Survival
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), a profile seen in many neurodivergent people, is increasingly being described as a pervasive drive...
Vanessa Smith
Jul 312 min read
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The Hidden Power of Routines
Routines are often underestimated, yet they are one of the most powerful tools for strengthening executive function. From managing time...
Vanessa Smith
May 142 min read
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