Burnout creeps up fast in December. Extra social events, family expectations and disappearing routine can push anyone over the edge, especially if you are already running low. Here is how to spot the signs early and some simple ways to steady yourself before you crash

A practical look at how songwriting camps and creative events can better support neurodivergent artists, from communication and pacing to sensory needs, safety and group dynamics.

The real ADHD tax isn’t just late fees. It’s the subscriptions we never cancel; rebuying gear we misplace; the opportunities we miss and the overwhelm that blocks communication. Here are some gentle ways to lower the cost.

Ever found yourself skipping to the end of a book, film, or even a project- just to know how it turns out? You’re not alone. For ADHD and neurodivergent brains, that urge to skip ahead isn’t about spoiling the story; it’s about calming the nervous system. In this post, I explore why we crave closure, what it says about dopamine and curiosity, and how we can make peace with our need to know now without losing the joy of the process.

What if your confidence worked like a bank account- one you could top up by sharing what you know? In this week’s AMP Club blog, we explore how teaching others boosts learning, motivation, and self-esteem for ADHD and neurodivergent creatives.

Ever wondered what people actually use coaching for? From rediscovering identity to finishing projects and building creative balance, this post unpacks what coaching looks like for ADHD and creative minds.

Been away, off-routine, or just feeling a bit lost? Getting back on track isn’t about punishment or perfect schedules- it’s about reconnecting with what you were doing, what you wanted and how you were doing it. In this post, we explore a kinder reset using a snappy acronym ARIRA and The 5 Daily Pillars to help you rebuild balance, one small, realistic step at a time.

Got hundreds of half-finished song ideas cluttering your voice notes? This week’s post is a Song Snippet Amnesty- a gentle creative harvest for neurodivergent artists. Learn how to sort, rename, and develop your ideas in ten-minute bursts, chip away at the chaos, and make space for the gold that’s already waiting for your attention.

Many creatives struggle with routine and structure, especially those with neurodivergent brains. Drawing on her research and occupational therapy experience, the author introduces the Five Daily Pillars — Nourish, Remind, Create, Reflect, and Connect — as a flexible framework for building a balanced creative life. These pillars help manage executive-function challenges like planning, memory, and prioritisation, while supporting both wellbeing and creative output. Rather than rigid schedules or productivity hacks that rarely stick, this model offers gentle scaffolding tailored to how neurodivergent brains actually operate. Through daily attention to these pillars, creatives can recognise what they’re already achieving, adjust what’s missing, and maintain a sense of balance, connection, and momentum. The post also includes a practical example of a low-energy day, showing how small, mindful actions across the pillars keep creativity and wellbeing flowing.

October is ADHD Awareness Month- a time to raise awareness, challenge stereotypes, and celebrate the many ways ADHD shows up in everyday life. ADHD isn’t only about distractibility or hyperactivity; it can be everything from tearing open cereal boxes with brute force to needing a “sleep entourage” just to rest. In this post I share some of the lesser-known ways ADHD shows up, plus online events and resources for ADHD musicians, writers, women, and Bristol community.

Shifting from one task to the next might sound simple, but for many of us, especially with ADHD, it can feel like hitting a brick wall. One moment you are deep in focus, the next you are late, frazzled, or stuck in that “oh no” spiral. Autumn in the UK is a seasonal reminder of transitions: colder mornings, darker evenings, and the constant need to adapt. The truth is, smooth transitions are not about hyper-productivity, they are about setting up systems and rituals that work with your brain. From avoiding calendar clutter to building micro-breaks into your day, the key is learning how to shift gears without losing momentum or yourself in the process.

What if you don’t fit neatly into the “introvert” or “extrovert” box? Enter the Otrovert – someone who connects when it feels right but doesn’t feel a constant pull to belong. For ADHD musicians, this blend of independence and freedom can be a double-edged sword: it fuels originality and genre-fluid creativity, but also risks isolation, inconsistency, and momentum dips. From selective collaborations to resisting trends, the Otrovert’s rhythm looks different – and that’s the point. With the right scaffolding, this way of being isn’t a limitation; it’s a unique pathway to music that’s authentic, fresh, and unapologetically yours.

Creativity does not flow in a straight line—it moves through phases. Psychologists call them Preparation, Incubation, Illumination, and Verification. For most people, these stages form a cycle of gathering inspiration, letting ideas simmer, experiencing the “aha!” moment, and then shaping those ideas into reality. But for ADHD brains, the cycle often looks very different: floods of ideas arrive all at once, incubation is fast-tracked or skipped, and the hardest part is usually finishing rather than starting. The good news? Understanding where the sticking points are makes it easier to build tools, habits, and support that help creativity turn into completion.

This week’s blog looks at the tricky link between ADHD and exercise. For many of us, moving our bodies does not come naturally, especially when motivation slips or accountability is missing. I share what I have tried, what has stuck, and why the social layer makes all the difference. It is not about becoming a gym fanatic but about finding small, realistic ways to build movement into daily life so your body and brain can keep working well.

We all have natural rhythms — times when our brains spark with creativity or when our bodies call for rest. Often, these rhythms don’t align neatly with 9–5 routines or family demands, but noticing them can make a difference. By paying attention to when you feel most alive and allowing small pockets of your day to honour that energy, you can work with your rhythms rather than against them.

I’ve never been great at endings. Give me the second part of a trilogy any day—where the stakes are high but the story hasn’t wrapped up. No heartbreak, no closure, just the comfort of being in the middle.

But real life doesn’t let us skip to the last page. Endings are inevitable, and for ADHD brains, they can hit harder than we expect shaking routines, stirring emotions, and leaving us unsure how to sign off. Whether it’s wrapping up a creative project, saying goodbye to a collaboration, or stepping away from something awkward, endings demand more brain energy than we sometimes have to spare.

The good news? We can build small rituals that make them less jarring learning to name the moment, mark it, and find our own version of “done enough.”

If you have ADHD, especially if you were diagnosed later in life, your inner voice may have been shaped by years of criticism from others. Over time, that voice often turns into negative self-talk—subtle jabs, sarcastic thoughts, or harsh judgments that quietly affect your confidence and motivation. This blog explores where that inner critic comes from, how it shows up, and how you can begin to challenge it. With practical tools and a focus on self-compassion, you will learn how to interrupt those patterns and speak to yourself with fairness and care. Because you deserve that.

A practical, compassionate 4-week plan designed for neurodivergent creatives who want to prepare for gigs without last-minute panic. This guide helps you break down tasks, manage energy, and enjoy your performance—without sacrificing your wellbeing or spontaneity.

Ever feel like you got nothing done, even after a full day? For neurodivergent creatives, especially those with ADHD, wins often go unnoticed. This blog explores why that happens and offers simple, powerful ways to track your progress, shift your inner narrative, and start seeing just how much you are doing.

Ever find yourself avoiding a random bag of tangled cables, an unopened email, or a vague gig brief that’s been sitting in your inbox for days? You are not lazy. You are not disorganised. Your brain is simply doing what it does best when faced with uncertainty, protecting you from the unknown.

For ADHDers and creatives, “unknowns” often sneak in as clutter (physical, digital, or emotional), and they can trigger a powerful freeze or avoidance response. But what if one clear answer, one solid detail, could shift everything?

This blog explores how uncertainty hijacks creative energy, how it shows up in our everyday lives (hello, chair of despair), and what practical, compassionate steps we can take to turn confusion into clarity.