- Gut-brain axis disruption: Emerging research shows different gut microbiome profiles in ADHD. The gut produces about 50% of your dopamine and 95% of your serotonin. An unhealthy gut microbiome may worsen ADHD symptoms, and ADHD-related eating patterns may worsen the gut. Another loop.

When tinnitus suddenly spikes or grabs your attention, it’s easy to get pulled in. Here’s a simple 3-step sequence to calm your system and regain focus. Quick tip: In Step 2, say out loud what you notice, touch, or smell. For example: - “I see the chair… I see my screen…” - “I touch the desk… I touch my phone…” This active engagement helps shift attention away from tinnitus. 👉 Try it step by step, don’t overthink it.

I do my best to get to the primary sources of information before I believe what I read. It’s a useful habit. One thing I learned in my search for truth is that the 10,000 Steps idea is not based on any science at all. 10,000 was chosen by a Japanese marketing company to sell pedometers because the Japanese character for 10,000 resembles a person walking. The pedometer was called "Manpo-kei," which translates to "10,000-steps meter". The actual science around health benefits from walking states that 7,500 steps is the goal to reach each day. 10,000 steps will burn a bit more calories but the other health benefits level off at 7, 500 steps.

Sleep can be especially tricky when "T" is part of your life. Some nights, the ringing feels louder in the quiet, making it hard to relax or drift off. I’ve learned a few gentle ways to make it a little easier: - Using soft background noise, like a fan or calming music - Breathing slowly and focusing on the body, rather than the sound - Creating a cozy, dark, comfortable space for rest Some nights are still tough, and that’s okay. Being kind to yourself and letting sleep come in its own time helps more than fighting the sound ever could. 💬 If you live with "T", what small tricks help you get a better night’s rest?

I came across a really insightful video that breaks down practical ways to handle Tinnitus spikes when they suddenly grab your attention. It walks through a step by step approach that can help calm your nervous system and shift focus away from the sound. Even if you’ve been living with tinnitus for a while, sometimes seeing a structured method in action makes it easier to implement in daily life. If this sounds helpful, here’s a link to check it out: Tinnitus Spike Relief Video Would love to hear: what’s your go to technique when a spike hits?