Julie ADHD Coach

10/24/2025

Have you ever rewritten an email for the fifteenth time… or kept tweaking a project because it never felt quite “good enough”?

That’s ADHD perfectionism — and it’s exhausting.

So many of us with ADHD push ourselves to over-deliver, believing that if we could just “get it right,” maybe we’d finally feel confident and capable. But what starts as caring deeply can spiral into overthinking, self-doubt, and overwhelm.

Here’s the truth:
Perfectionism isn’t about high standards — it’s about fear of not being enough.

And breaking free isn’t about lowering your bar. It’s about freeing your energy so you can actually use your gifts — the creativity, intuition, and brilliance that make you you.

In my latest blog, I share 5 simple shifts to help you stop overthinking, start taking action, and finally feel that proud, capable momentum you’ve been craving.

👉 Read the full post here: https://julieadhdcoach.com/when-perfect-holds-you-back-breaking-adhd-perfectionism/

Let’s start celebrating “done” over “perfect.” Because progress — not perfection — is where confidence truly grows.

Julie's Blog... When Perfect Holds You Back: Breaking ADHD Perfectionism Breaking free from perfectionism isn’t about lowering your standards — it’s about freeing your energy so you can actually use your gifts. Have you ever found yourself rewriting an email for the fifteenth time or reworking...

10/10/2025

Does your brain get its second wind just as the rest of the world powers down? For many with ADHD, nights bring energy, ideas, and focus—and sleep can feel inaccessible.

Even if you resist diving into a project, your brain won’t quiet down. Thoughts replay. Worries spiral. Before you know it, it’s 2 a.m. and you’re still wide awake.

And you know how the story goes from there: you wake up exhausted, and your ADHD symptoms—focus, mood, motivation—feel heavier than ever.

The struggle is real… but it doesn’t have to stay this way.

👉 In my latest post, I share why ADHD brains fight bedtime, and two proven ways to finally calm the chaos—so you can face the day as your best self.

ADHD brains often get a burst of energy at night, making sleep tough. Try two proven strategies to reset your clock, calm your mind, and rest easier.

05/14/2025

You know that ADHD superpower—hyperfocus? When you're in the zone, time disappears, creativity flows, and you're unstoppable. It can be amazing, right?

Until it isn’t.

Suddenly it's 3 hours later, you're starving, late for a meeting, and wondering, “How did I lose track again?”

Hyperfocus can be your greatest strength—if you know how to work with it, not against it.

👉 Check out these five quick hacks to harness your ADHD hyperfocus without letting it hijack your day!

One of the ADHD brain’s most powerful traits is hyperfocus—that locked-in, laser-sharp attention that makes time disappear. When we’re in the zone, it can feel like we’ve tapped into a kind of magic. Creativity flows, distractions vanish, and we’re firing on all cylinders. This kind of foc...

03/21/2025

🔔 Ping! Another message. Another mental tug-of-war. 💬👻

If you have ADHD, you know the struggle—wanting to reply but feeling stuck, watching messages pile up, and then... ghosting. Not because you don’t care, but because your brain just won’t cooperate.

Why does this happen? And more importantly—how can you break the cycle?

This article dives into the "ADHD-ghosting dilemma", uncovering the why behind it and sharing practical strategies to help you respond, without the overwhelm.

In a world where every notification ping feels like a call to action, my client—let's call her Stacey to protect her privacy—confessed to a struggle that many with ADHD can relate to: ghosting people instead of responding. “It's not my intention to ignore people or make them feel I don’t car...

11/13/2024

Feeling anxious at social gatherings? You're not alone! Social events have the potential to drain your energy for various reasons, making it challenging to navigate through. It's even more overwhelming when you don’t know a path forward.

In my latest blog post, I discuss some common reasons it can feel this way for those with ADHD and key ways to recharge your social battery!

Social events can be draining for people with ADHD. In this article, I'll show you 5 simply ways to recharge.

10/31/2024

I was honored to be interviewed by Brendan Mahan, MEd, MS., one of the top podcasters in the ADHD space, on the ADHD Essentials Podcast.

In this episode, entitled “ADHD, Boundaries, and Getting into Action with Julie Kliers," we discuss:

- The ADHD trap of thinking we should be doing things in a neurotypical way and then beating ourselves up when we can’t.
- How executive function challenges can lead to overwhelm.
- The struggle of black-and-white thinking.
- And, of course…ways to get into action!

Have a listen!

In today's episode, we're joined by Julie Kliers. Going undiagnosed until age 46 and not wanting to see her sons repeat her own struggles, Julie embarked on a crusade to learn all she could about ADHD, and became the person she needed. Now, she helps adults and students with ADHD embrace their uniqu...

09/18/2024

Ready to conquer ADHD overwhelm? Life can be stressful, but you don’t have to stay stuck! 👏

I'm thrilled to introduce the Conquering Overwhelm Group, a supportive space for adults limited to six individuals. 🎉

This group is for you if 👇:

☑ You always feel like you're playing catch-up.

☑ Your to-do list is overwhelming.

☑ You feel like you never do "enough".

☑ You compare yourself to others who seem to "get things done faster and more efficiently."

☑ You're hard on yourself for all of the above.

By the end of 7 weeks, you'll gain:

🌟 Insight into core reasons individuals with ADHD get stuck in overwhelm.

🌟 Proven strategies to overcome obstacles.

🌟 Personalized coaching, group support, and a strong sense of community.

Join me via Zoom for a 7-week group, starting Thursday, September 26th, at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET! 🎉

Limited spots are available. Click the link to learn more!
https://www.julieadhdcoach.com/conquering-overwhelm

08/26/2024

Can you believe fall is almost here? Transitions can be tricky, and with ADHD, they can feel even more overwhelming. Last year, I wrote a blog about this very challenge, and I thought now would be a great time to revisit it.

After the laid-back summer days, we are suddenly waking up early, juggling new responsibilities and unfamiliar routines. This can throw us off balance and make it hard to keep our lives on track.

The good news is that there are helpful strategies to navigate these changes more calmly and confidently.

Check out these 6 tips to rock your transition into fall!

Navigating transitions can be tough, and if you have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), these changes can feel even more challenging. Whether shifting from work mode to home life or adjusting to new routines, transitions often leave us feeling scattered and drained. It’s like we have...

06/18/2024

As an ADHD coach, I understand how challenging it can be to overcome clutter. This is true for many people with ADHD, including myself. 🙂

One of the biggest obstacles I have faced, and frequently see in my clients, is the habit of leaving important items out in the open as a way to remind ourselves to stay focused on them. The need to keep things visible is often felt by those with ADHD because our easily distracted brains struggle with memory. 🧠

Many of us experience a cluttered environment filled with unfinished projects and scattered papers. The struggle to maintain tidiness causes unnecessary stress. However, there is a way forward!

Click to unlock the key to conquering clutter and creating a peaceful environment. https://www.julieadhdcoach.com/post/cut-the-clutter-7-simple-steps-to-a-tidy-space 🔑