Dear Reader!,

I've known I had ADHD since I was a teenager. BUT - I wasn't medicated until I was in my 40s. Only then did we realize I was also Autistic.
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Early diagnosis of ADHD, but a late Autism diagnosis wasn't the easiest thing to accept for me.
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But my brain started nagging me to look at it deeper.
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And suddenly all the struggles I have had since childhood with friendships made more sense.

• My sensory issues made more sense.
• My confusion when I lost friends made more sense.
• My confusion when I thought I was an excellent communicator, yet people called me "bitchy"...made more sense.
• My feelings of being "othered", being an outsider, or being misunderstood....made more sense.
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A late diagnosis of a neurodivergence is often BOTH a confusing and an enlightening time.
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If this sounds familiar - you are invited to the Social Connections Summit.​
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This is a fully virtual summit for neurodivergent adults who were late diagnosed or are still figuring it out.
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Dates
September 23 & 24, 2026, 10am–2pm CT, both days
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Pricing
General $97 until Sept 21, then it bumps up to $147
This gives you all the access for a full seven days!
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AND - use my link and you get a 10% discount!
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​Use This Link To Register: or use the code ALLBELONG.
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Check out the summit here: https://socialconnectionssummit.com/​

I hope to see you there!

If you have considered getting more support for ADHD, what's been the biggest barrier? Cost or Finances Time and Energy I'm not sure what support would be most helpful. Asking for help is hard or I feel like I should be able figure it out myself. I haven't seriously considered it. Other (feel free to email me to tell me what)

Classic Blog Post: Parenting an ADHD Teen: How To Encourage Independence While Providing Support

Parenting a pre-teen or teen with ADHD is a wild mix of pride, panic, and second-guessing yourself at every turn.

One minute, your kid is advocating for themselves in a way that makes your heart burst.

The next, they’ve forgotten their backpack, missed a deadline, and are spiraling into “I’m a failure” mode before you’ve even had coffee.

Here’s the thing: the teenage years are supposed to be about pulling away a bit. It’s the developmental job of our kids to seek more autonomy and test out independence.

But when your kid has ADHD, this process can feel more like a rollercoaster with no seat belts—and you’re just trying to hang on while still being the steady, supportive adult they need.

Let’s chat about how to walk that tricky line: giving them the space to grow while also staying connected and supportive.

Read The Post Here

ADHD and Anxiety Management Tips

• Develop your own routines. Routines are difficult for many of us with ADHD. However, studies have shown that when we do find routines that work for us, they are one of the most beneficial tools for managing anxiety.
• Create your optimum environment. Creating your optimum environment can soothe both ADHD symptoms and anxiety. Set up your home or work office in ways that work for you whenever possible.
• Move your body. Most people will say exercise, I say move your body. When you feel anxious, try stretching, try a 2 minute dance party, take a short walk, change your position or whatever you want to do. Getting your blood flowing and focusing on that for just a moment can help tame the anxiety and allow us to focus again.
• Be healthy-ish. Do what you can to be healthier. Nourish your body, provide it with ample rest, stay hydrated. Take your medications if that's part of your health plan. Even small changes can have a significant impact on your ADHD and on your anxiety.
• Mindfulness and grounding techniques. There are a million different mindfulness techniques. Try a few different types of grounding techniques until you land on one (or more) that work for you.
• Don't do it alone. There is never a need to do things alone. Confide in your friends. Seek support from your loved ones. Join a support group for ADHD folks. Engage in therapy. Hire a coach (like me!). Reach out when you are feeling anxious.

Gentle Reflection Question Which ADHD trait has actually helped you recently?

What's Kat Up To?

So much! Although August is always my "quieter" reset month, I've been busy planning. I've been asked to speak at the ICF Converge Conference in October and I'm so excited. I'm also helping plan NetFunning Events at the ADHD Conference in December. Keep reading for other stuff!

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Before you go, here's a photo of all three of my dogs in my very first sunflowers in my yard. Yes, there are three dogs - if you look really hard you can see Daisy's pink surgery suit through the sunflower stalks!

I hope you are having a wonderful August!