Calibrations Blog

If you've ever found it easier to clean your kitchen while chatting with a friend or finish a task while someone else is quietly working nearby, you've experienced the magic of body doubling. This simple practice has become a go-to productivity tool for many people with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodivergence. But what is it, why does it work, and how can you start using it in your own life? Let’s explore how body doubling taps into our brain's social wiring to creat

For many neurodivergent people, especially those with ADHD or autism, the simple act of staying still can feel like a barrier to getting anything done. Whether it's tapping a foot, doodling in a margin, or playing with a paperclip during meetings, movement can be more than a distraction, it can be a form of regulation. Despite the stigma that still surrounds fidgeting, research and lived experience continue to affirm what many already know: fidgeting can support focus, reduce

Creating a Dopamine Menu: Strategies to Spark Engagement If you’ve ever stared at your to-do list and felt completely paralyzed, you’re not alone. For many neurodivergent folks, especially those with ADHD or autism, the issue isn’t laziness or a lack of discipline. It’s about dopamine. Dopamine is a key neurotransmitter that plays a major role in motivation, reward, and engagement. Neurodivergent brains often have irregular dopamine activity, making it harder to start or stay

The Power of a Pause In a world that demands constant attention, it’s no surprise that our minds often feel overloaded. From the moment we wake up to the time our heads hit the pillow, we’re bombarded with noise, responsibilities, and digital chatter. For neurodivergent individuals and anyone living with chronic stress or anxiety, this constant mental stimulation can feel like trying to stand still in a windstorm. Anchor rituals are simple, repeatable actions designed to book

For many neurodivergent individuals, the traditional office or home workspace can feel more like a battleground than a sanctuary. Harsh lighting, clunky furniture, overwhelming noise, and disorganized layouts can overstimulate the senses and drain energy quickly. But creating a sensory-friendly workspace does not have to break the bank. With a little creativity, strategic choices, and a focus on what actually supports your nervous system, you can build an environment that fos

For decades, the public understanding of autism has been filtered through a lens of “functioning labels.” These terms, like...

The System Wasn’t Built for Them If you’ve ever sat through an IEP meeting, read a behavior report, or watched your child struggle to...

Therapy is meant to be a safe space. But for many neurodivergent clients, it can feel more like a performance than a place of healing....

The Problem with Praise Disguised as Pressure When someone is described as “high-functioning,” it often sounds like a compliment. It’s...

When most people hear the term sensory overload , they think of loud noises, blaring alarms, or crowded spaces full of shouting voices....

When Every Option Feels Like a Trap You’re staring at your options and none of them feel right. Or maybe they all feel equally...

You sit down to tackle something important. You know it matters. You want  to do it. But instead, you scroll your phone, stare at your...

For many people with ADHD, the word “routine” can feel like a trap. Rigid schedules often fall apart after one bad day, leading to...

Understanding limited mental energy, preventing burnout, and reclaiming rest without guilt If you’ve ever felt like getting through a...

Discover why perfectionism often develops in neurodivergent people and how embracing “good enough” can reduce burnout, boost progress, and support healing.

Struggling with time blindness? Learn why traditional time management fails neurodivergent minds—and discover shame-free tools to improve time awareness.

Accommodations aren’t cheating—they’re essential. Learn why self-support tools matter, how shame blocks them, and how to find what works for your brain.

Break free from shame spirals with self-compassion. Learn how shame affects your mind and gentle strategies to reclaim your worth and motivation.

Why discipline doesn’t work for neurodivergent brains. Learn how dopamine, interest-based thinking, and smart structure fuel real motivation.

Discover the emotional toll of masking in neurodivergent individuals—how it leads to burnout, identity loss, and the healing journey of unmasking safely.