If you’re like me and live with ADHD, you know how tricky it can be to switch gears between different tasks—especially when you’re shifting from hyper-focus mode on work to homeschooling your kids.
Our ADHD brains often get stuck in one mode, particularly when we’re deeply engrossed in a task.
As a parent balancing work from home and homeschooling, this can lead to frustration, overwhelm, and burnout.
That’s where doTERRA’s Adaptiv Blend comes in as a game-changing tool to help make those transitions smoother.
While it’s not a magic solution, Adaptiv can help calm the mind, shift focus, and create a sense of balance—exactly what an ADHD brain often craves.
The Challenge of Transitioning with ADHD
ADHD brains are notoriously sticky when it comes to transitioning between tasks.
Once we get into hyper-focus mode, especially with work or a project, it can feel almost impossible to pull away, even when we know we have other responsibilities—like homeschooling our kids.
It’s a bit like driving a car at full speed and then suddenly trying to slam on the brakes to make a U-turn.
For me, the mental shift from work to homeschool has always been one of the hardest transitions to navigate.
I find myself either too zoned out from the previous task or too wound up to slow down and be present with my kid.
This is where grounding tools, like essential oils, can be incredibly helpful.
Why Adaptiv Works for ADHD Brains
doTERRA’s Adaptiv blend is specially formulated to promote a calming yet alert state of mind, which can be ideal for those with ADHD.
The blend includes a combination of essential oils like wild orange, lavender, copaiba, spearmint, magnolia, and rosemary—each of which has specific properties that can support mental clarity, focus, and emotional balance.
Using Adaptiv as a Transition Tool
When it comes to using Adaptiv as a transition tool, the key is to build it into your routine. Here are a few ways I’ve found helpful:
1. Diffuse It Between Work and Homeschool Time:
I diffuse Adaptiv in the home office or the space where I transition from work to homeschooling.
The scent helps me mentally shift gears, creating a new environment for homeschooling instead of trying to carry over the intensity of work into family time.
2. Topical Application for Instant Grounding: On days when the transition feels particularly tough, I apply Adaptiv topically to my wrists or the back of my neck. The act of applying the oil is a physical reminder to slow down, breathe, and refocus. Plus, the calming scent follows me as I move from work mode to mom mode, providing ongoing support.
3. Mindfulness Practice with Adaptiv: Pairing the Adaptiv blend with a quick mindfulness practice can make the shift smoother. I take 2-3 minutes to close my eyes, breathe deeply, and let the calming effects of the oils wash over me. This helps settle the ADHD brain and prepares me for a more mindful, present homeschooling experience.
4. Use It for Both You and Your Kids: One of the great things about Adaptiv is that it’s safe for kids too. When you’re transitioning into homeschool time, consider diffusing it in the room where you teach. It can help calm both your ADHD brain and your kids’ minds, creating a more focused, calm learning environment.
Bringing It All Together
ADHD brains thrive on stimulation but also need help shifting gears. The more tools we can incorporate into our daily lives to make those transitions smoother, the better. Adaptiv is one of those tools that, when used consistently, can make a big difference in helping us manage the chaos that comes with juggling work and homeschooling.
No, it won’t make ADHD go away or fix every challenge that comes with balancing solo parenting and work. But it can help create moments of calm in the storm, making it easier for you to leave behind the intensity of work and be present for your kids when they need you most.
If you’re someone who struggles with those transitions between work and family life, especially with ADHD, I highly recommend giving doTERRA Adaptiv a try. It might just become your new secret weapon for balancing it all.
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Have you tried essential oils like Adaptiv in your routine? How do you navigate transitions between work and homeschooling? I’d love to hear your tips in the comments below!
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