Over the past year and a half, I read 13 books about ADHD, Autism, and overall Neurodiversity. Instead, I encourage you to give these four a read: 🌸 Neuro Tribes by Steve Silberman, this book gives an intriguing and in-depth history of neurodiversity and debunks the myth that neurodiversity isn't "new." Whether you are neurodivergent,…

Being late. I grew up around folks who are habitually late. Yet, I have also spoken with ADHD folks about their time management and being late and found many similarities. Therefore, It's hard to tell what was learned behavior or ADHD. However, what prompted me to make a change was after several of my friends…

A few years back, I taught IT classes helping students become A+ and Network+ certified. Part of the curriculum was helping students with job preparation. Fast forward, I now run a job board and community for Black womxn in tech. Over time I created this checklist for myself, students, and others. This checklist was just…

Society pressures us to have things in life that we may not always need. If you had asked me what I wanted in life as a teenager, I probably would've named a few of these. Around the age of 19, my perspective on life in general changed. I realized in life, we sometimes do, have,…

In a short series of me sharing my invisible illnesses and disorders. Inspired by Oprah’s book, What happened To You? Below are statements made to me in recent years by people who never ever took the time to get to know me, inquire about my life, and never asked What happened To You? There’s nothing…

Over the past year and a half, I have read over 150 books, 7 of which were on setting boundaries. Here are two books well worth your time: 📚 Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself by Nedra Glover Tawwab, this book – provides actionable and realistic advice – advice on different areas…

I experienced a health issue that affected my nervous system and speech. I had to change many aspects of my life and diet, including completely cutting out alcohol. Surprisingly, I experienced many positive transformations. Here's what changed: 🤰🏾Health I quickly lost weight and VERY stubborn fat around my midsection. I had more energy on the…

I first joined Instagram probably in 2015 or 2016. I joined to keep up with friends and post pictures of travel. As an ADHD person, Instagram gives you that dopamine hit and lures you into the world of sharing your photos, over-sharing, and getting lost in hours' worth of video. Here is why I had…

I had a great conversation with a friend, about a sad scenario I had at work. I shared how I have learned to be kinder to myself and not let others' opinions take over who I am and how I feel about myself. Not too long ago, someone, I saw as a mentor made disparaging…

For people with ADHD, procrastination and focus are some of the top challenges we experience. For me, high-priority tasks and deadlines make me anxious, making it hard to focus the prolonging my "procrastination." I am that person that will have a week to do a task but will wait until the final hour (and put…

Big news: I’ve just launched my very first digital product – an experiential digital Soul Food cookbook! This isn’t just any cookbook; it’s a guide to creating a cultural experience while cooking. The road to this launch was anything but smooth. These past few months have been a rollercoaster, with life throwing many hits. From…

Earlier this year, someone without a medical, clinical or research background in Sleep, ADHD, or Autism strongly questioned my sleep patterns. As I already had some solid knowledge, I decided to engage in a conversation about trauma, sleep apnea, and their connections with ADHD, autism, and various sleep cycles or patterns, such as biphasic, mono-phasic,…

In the fast-paced world of business and management, the significance of empathy and compassion in leadership often takes a backseat to more quantifiable skills. However, the most effective leaders understand that these qualities are not just nice to have; they are essential. Let’s delve into the art of empathetic and compassionate leadership and provide actionable…

I’m back with another insight from my personal life data tracker, NayaOS. I log over 30 different aspects daily – from steps to beverages, emotions, and even my sleep score. Here’s something I’ve been wrestling with for a while: sleep paralysis. It’s been a frequent, uninvited guest in my life, and for the longest time,…

Navigating the challenges that come with menstruation, and other uterus-related issues can sometimes throw us into unexpected emergencies. Picture this: intense pain, feeling helpless, and struggling to find relief. It’s a scenario many women can relate to, especially those who live alone, facing these challenges solo. As women, how often do we find ourselves caught…

Less than a year ago, in the middle of the night, I jolted awake, gripped by a pain that tore me from my sleep. Suspecting the onset of menstruation, I reached for the last two Advils in my closet and brewed a soothing cup of ginger tea. After a struggle, I managed to return to…

Every week, I develop and test new recipes. Generally, I cook for myself and others. However, when cooking for myself, I constantly have to work on alternatives, such as using plant-based milk instead of regular milk, thanks to having well over a dozen food allergies. As an ADHD person, I often get stuck on what…

In a world where various cultures, nationalities, and backgrounds are becoming increasingly interconnected, it is crucial to address and challenge deep-seated racial stereotypes and biases, particularly those surrounding Black individuals. As we navigate toward a more inclusive society, it’s essential to recognize the importance of intersectionality—examining how multiple oppressed identities interact to create overlapping and…

As someone who has been a long-time enthusiast of quantified self logging and personal science, one of the aspects I closely monitor in my daily life is my beverage consumption. To accomplish this, I rely on a combination of Apple Shortcuts, Data Jar, and Airtable. The initial setup for this system took me less than…

Why Attract the right friends and relationships Increase opportunities Easily understand humans Become more empathetic Increase confidence Improve your brain health How Read more books Follow neutral sources Decrease or remove the entire entertainment time Visit libraries and museums frequently Take personal city or museum tours Categorize Create a digital or physical notebook for organizing…