From architect to coach

The start of this journey was receiving my own ADHD diagnosis in 2022 following a significant burnout in the wake of the pandemic. Once I realized that I have ADHD, I began obsessively learning everything I could - a path which eventually led me to ADHD coaching.

Life is so much better now that I understand how ADHD impacts me and can work with my brain instead of fighting against it. For example, I recognized that the divergent thinking that comes with ADHD made me very creative and an excellent problem solver, especially in a "crisis." This was such an asset in my career as an architect, but there were also some serious challenges. Frequently working in "crisis" mode, combined with the effort required to show up for consistent 8 hour workdays, left me with a ton of internalized anxiety and was so draining that I had almost nothing left to give to other spheres of my life. Eventually, this led to me burning out. 

Understanding ADHD has allowed me to accommodate myself - doubling down on my strengths, and letting go of the urge to "fix" weaknesses - finding workarounds instead. It gave me the courage and self-trust to strike out on my own and launch my own business, and has brought a lot more balance and joy back to my life. It means the world to me that I'm now in the position to help others the way I needed to be helped back then. If you recognize yourself in any aspect of this story, I would love to hear from you!