by Abigail Wurf | May 15, 2018 | ADD, ADHD
Often when I am giving a talk, I start with the fact that everybody has something. Some problem, issue, disability or other thing that gets in their way of being as successful as they wish to be. I start with this fact because we can sometimes get “precious” about our...
by Abigail Wurf | May 8, 2018 | ADD, ADHD
Many of those affected by ADHD have impulsivity issues. Combining impulsivity and money is a dangerous mix. I have heard stories of spouses with ADHD going out on their general errands for the day and coming home with a new car unexpectedly without any input from...
by Abigail Wurf | Apr 24, 2018 | ADD, ADHD
I told one of my clients a secret that I don’t think I have ever shared with anyone. I don’t even think my family is aware of it. Actually to be honest, it is a secret fear, a ridiculous one but none-the-less a very real one to me. Occasionally this client, who has...
by Abigail Wurf | Apr 17, 2018 | ADD, ADHD
Sometimes to be more successful at our jobs we need a little support but don’t want to reveal we are affected by ADHD. A way to manage this is to tie our requests with increased productivity. Supervisors and bosses love increased productivity. At least most do! To go...
by Abigail Wurf | Apr 11, 2018 | ADD, ADHD
I used to think that most people affected by ADHD were all risk takers. I think I was confusing risk taking with impulsivity. It is important to learn to take some risks in life because taking risks stretches you and that is important. I think of it in terms of my...
