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Take My ADHD Advice (I'm Not Using It)

May 9, 2023 • Jesse J. Anderson

Favorite Counterintuitive ADHD Tips

Sep 4, 2024 • Jesse J. Anderson

ADHD Hyperfocus

Jul 25, 2023 • Jesse J. Anderson

So, I made a mistake

Sep 5, 2023 • Jesse J. Anderson

The ADHD Community is Incredible.

First off, thank you everyone for the incredible outpouring of encouragement, opportunities, and support after I announced getting laid off last week.

Apr 4 •

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Welp. I’ve been laid off from my job.

Mar 26 •

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The ADHD Friendship Curse? How to Overcome Out of Sight, Out of Mind

I’ve been accused of being a terrible friend before, which really really hurts.

Mar 18 •

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How to Create ADHD-Supportive Workplaces That Benefit All

Plus a new ADHD podcast!

Mar 13 •

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I Didn’t Know I Was Supposed to Feel Shame—The Power of Inclusive Workplaces

I’m super excited to share this guest column by Lisa Lewis.

Feb 27 •

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Member Resource Hub

START HERE—Welcome to the Member Resource Hub

Getting started for paid members of Extra Focus

Jan 22 •

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Plan Your Extra Focus Year Workshop (2025)

Procrastinators Edition™

Jan 22 •

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Full Year Horizon Calendar (2025)

Printable 24" × 36" Wall Calendar

Jan 21 •

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Plan Your Extra Focus Year workbook (2025)

Updated For 2025 - Printable PDF

Dec 31, 2024 •

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ADHD Myths Series

ADHD Myths: Only Boys Have ADHD

🔍 Debunking the myth and exploring how gender bias has left many women with ADHD struggling in silence, by Meredith Carder

Aug 27, 2024 •

Jesse J. Anderson

and

Meredith Carder

ADHD Myths: ADHD Isn't Real

Why ADHD isn't some sort of "Big Pharma" plot.

Aug 8, 2024 •

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ADHD Myths: Only Kids Can Have ADHD, Not Adults

ADHD doesn't go away on your 18th birthday...

Jul 24, 2024 •

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ADHD Myths: People with ADHD Can’t Focus On Anything

Why I used to think I “couldn’t possibly” have ADHD

Jul 16, 2024 •

Jesse J. Anderson

ADHD Myths: People with ADHD Are Lazy or Lack Willpower

Why “just try harder” doesn't work for ADHD brains

Jul 9, 2024 •

Jesse J. Anderson

Why I always say yes to things I have the ability to do, without considering if I have the time, energy, or motivation.

Feb 20 •

Jesse J. Anderson

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ADHD, Perfectionism, Hijinks — A Live Chat with Alex Dobrenko

A recording from Jesse J. Anderson and Alex Dobrenko`'s live video

Feb 12 •

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Why I'm Quiet Quitting Social Media

If it's supposed to be social, why does it make me feel so lonely?

Feb 5 •

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Breaking the ADHD Freeze: Getting Unstuck When Plans Go Sideways

If you have ADHD, you’ve likely experienced something like this before. Your perfect plans for the day go awry, your routine gets upended and even if…

Jan 28 •

Jesse J. Anderson

3 ADHD Resources: Spanish Translation, Full-Year Calendar, and Plan Your Year Workshop

I’ve got a few fun updates to share this week!

Jan 22 •

Jesse J. Anderson

How to Be a High Achiever With ADHD

Or: Why do some of us seem to thrive while others struggle?

Jan 14 •

Jesse J. Anderson

Favorites of 2024

lots of tv, not much film

Jan 7 •

Jesse J. Anderson

Announcement: Launch of ADHD Writers

A newsletter and community for writers with ADHD

Jan 2

Available Now: Plan Your Extra Focus Year 2025 workbook

📝 Download the 2025 workbook today!

Dec 31, 2024 •

Jesse J. Anderson

Extra Focus • ADHD Newsletter

Extra Focus • ADHD Newsletter

Weekly thoughts on creativity, productivity, and ADHD from Jesse J. Anderson—author of Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD.

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