New writing now lives on Substack

I’m keeping selected essays and resources here, but my current writing now lives on The Midlife ADHD Edit on Substack.

That’s where I share new essays, ADHD coaching insights, podcast updates, and shorter Notes for capable women in midlife whose lives look successful but feel harder than they should.

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ADHD Education

When, why, and how to talk about your ADHD

Deciding whether to talk about your ADHD can feel more complicated than expected, especially once you’re established in your career and relationships. This article explores disclosure as a strategic decision, not a confession, and offers a practical way to think through when, why, and how sharing actually serves you.

What is ADHD coaching, and how can it help?

You’ve probably heard of therapy. But ADHD coaching? That’s the missing piece for many smart, capable adults who still feel stuck. This guide explains what ADHD coaching is, how it helps, and why it’s a game-changer for people who want practical, forward-focused support.

What is the PRIMED™ framework?

The PRIMED™ Framework was born from a breakdown—and it’s helped me and my clients rebuild lives that work for our ADHD brains. It’s not about productivity. It’s about stability, energy, and systems that stick.

A Guide to Understanding Your Friends with ADHD

I joke that everyone should come with a user manual. I have ADHD, and I believe that if I had a guidebook for friends, dates, and partners, this could be a chunk of it. It would make life easier, wouldn’t it?

ADHD and Overwhelm

What is overwhelm and what can someone with ADHD - or someone without - do about it? I've got 10 ways to deal with overwhelm.

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How to Handle Anxiety During the Holiday Season

The holidays are meant to be a time of joy and connection, but for many, they come with a side of anxiety. If anxiety strikes during the holidays, here are five tips to help you stay grounded so you can enjoy the season on your terms.

Andrea Toole 2024-12-02 Andrea Toole 2024-12-02

How to Create a Stress-Free Holiday Season with ADHD

The holidays can be a whirlwind for adults with ADHD, with last-minute scrambles and endless to-do lists stealing the joy of the season. This guide offers practical, ADHD-friendly strategies to help you prioritize what truly matters, manage your time effectively, and navigate the holidays with less stress and more ease.

Andrea Toole 2024-11-25 Andrea Toole 2024-11-25

The real cost of ADHD tax: A complete guide to breaking free from financial struggles

If you have ADHD, you've probably wondered why managing money feels so much harder than it should. Those impulse purchases, forgotten bills, and mysterious bank account drains aren't character flaws – they're largely due to how your brain is wired. Let's break down why the "ADHD Tax" hits so hard and what you can do about it.

Andrea Toole 2024-11-17 Andrea Toole 2024-11-17

An ADHD-Friendly Guide to Navigating Thanksgiving Stress-Free

Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be overwhelming! This ADHD-friendly guide offers practical tips for planning, simplifying, and managing the holiday chaos while enjoying the celebration your way.

Andrea Toole 2024-10-28 Andrea Toole 2024-10-28

How to Enjoy Halloween Without Losing Your Mind: ADHD-Friendly Tips for a Spooktacular Celebration

Is Halloween your nightmare holiday? For those of us with ADHD, all the excitement, costumes, and candy can be a real “fright.” But with a few tricks up our sleeves (and maybe a treat or two), it’s possible to turn Halloween into a more manageable, even enjoyable, experience.