Hormonal facts to help with ADHD challenges
🌸 — Progesterone = Brake Pedal When progesterone rises in the luteal phase, it can feel like someone’s quietly tapping the brakes on your brain. Fact: Progesterone dampens dopamine tone. Why it matters: More distractibility, emotional reactivity, and those “can’t be bothered” vibes show up strong. Try today: Work in short sprints (15–20 min) with generous recovery breaks. Don’t force marathon focus—it’s like driving with the handbrake on. ✨ Natural support: - Magnesium glycinate or citrate → calms the nervous system & smooths irritability. - Chamomile tea → supports GABA, your natural chill-out neurotransmitter. - Black-eyed Susan Bush Flower Essence → aids focus, patience, and emotional steadiness. - 🌙 Luteal Phase (Day 17–28) with ADHD - Hormones: Progesterone rises, estrogen fluctuates. - ADHD impact: - Best moves: Early luteal = get stuff done. - Late luteal = routines, finishing tasks, winding down. - Hack: Use external structure (alarms, lists, accountability buddies). - Add magnesium + omega-3s for brain calm. 📝 Journaling Prompt: Where did you notice yourself losing patience or focus today? What helped you reset or shift gears? Write down one small win—even if it felt tiny. Become your own detective