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Taming the Busy Brain: How Meditation and Mindfulness Affect ADHD

Meditation and mindfulness are often overlooked by adults with ADHD due to the many myths and misunderstandings. I recently sat down with fellow therapist, meditation teacher, and adult diagnosed with ADHD, Jude Star. One such myth is the belief that meditation is solely about concentration. Jude debunks this by emphasizing relaxation and slowing down as the true essence of the practice. Contrary to feeling triggered by the effortfulness that 'concentration' suggests, I found solace in Jude's guidance that meditation is about experiencing greater ease.

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