Reclaiming Your Power: Challenging ADHD’s Hold on Your Life

Scrolling through an ADHD support group, I came across a post that struck a chord:

“Hi all. Thanks for the add. Does anyone have any tips or tricks to stop ADHD from taking over every aspect of your life, please?”

I paused before replying, recognizing the weight of that question. The underlying belief—the fear that ADHD is an unstoppable force controlling every part of life—was something I’ve wrestled with myself.

Questioning the Narrative

So, I asked:

Is that belief true, all the time?

I encourage you to take this question to paper. Why? Because a belief once thought to be absolute tends to govern our lives as if it were an undeniable fact. But when we examine it, we often realize that it isn’t always true.

When is it not true?

This is where real change begins—not by forcing ourselves to “fix” something, but by recognizing when the belief loses its grip. When we challenge the narrative, we create space for a new perspective.

The Power of Presence

ADHD, anxiety, self-doubt—all of these can feel like constant, uncontrollable forces. But what happens when we interrupt the cycle?

Take a deep breath. Exhale slowly. Imagine showing up as the person you want to be. Not perfect, not magically free of struggle—just the version of you that is doing their best. Less thinking, more doing.

Recognizing the Patterns

I know what it’s like to fall into a warpath of self-loathing and negative self-talk. Some days, it’s darker than others. But in this moment, right now, I can pause. I can notice stillness. I can choose to breathe and move my body rather than stay trapped in overthinking.

I’ve spent time on the “struggle bus.” It’s a terrible ride, and the irony is—I’m both the passenger and the driver. Silly thinking. Overanalyzing. Feeling like I should be doing what others expect. It’s a habit—perseverative thinking—that keeps me stuck.

You Are Not Broken

Yes, I am different. By some standards, I’m disabled. I’ve burned out more than once and been tossed around by life’s waves. And yet—here I am. Still showing up. Still learning.

And so are you.

You are doing the best you can. We all are.

Next time you feel trapped in an overwhelming thought, try this:

1. Pause.
2. Breathe.
3. Ask yourself—Is this belief true all the time?
4. Find the moments when it isn’t.
5. Choose movement—physical, mental, or emotional—to shift your state.

Because at the end of the day, it’s just a thought. This moment, this feeling—it, too, shall pass.

And in the space between the noise, there is always the possibility of peace.

Much Love,

Justin