Tame your mind
to take you
where you want to go.
Learn how to start writing sooner, finish your projects, and use your powerful brain in the way it was designed.
Disorganization
Disorganization
Are you losing the battle against
Distraction
Distraction
Procrastination
Procrastination
Ever stare at the blank page, surrounded by half-empty coffee mugs, feeling frozen?
Are you bursting with ideas but can’t seem to finish the work?
Do you keep making promises to yourself… and breaking them?
What would your life feel like if you were able to write, edit, and meet your deadlines?
What if you actually enjoyed the process, felt in control of your actions, and understood how to work with your mind?
When was the last time you basked in the glow of a finished piece, feeling confident, accomplished, and maybe even a little badass?
But right now, that might not feel possible.
One minute you're inspired, and the next? You're watching cat videos on your phone.
You've tried all the productivity hacks, ranging from the advice of time management gurus to meditation apps and endless cups of coffee. But nothing seems to tame that wild horse in your brain.
It's time to stop fighting your ADHD and start embracing it.
Harnessing ADHD’s Wild Horsepower
Corral the Chaos, Finish Your Writing, and Make Yourself Proud
a live class by Paulette Perhach
If you're ready to take control of your writing process, but ADHD feels like a wild horse you can’t tame, you're in the right place.
In this weekly three-month class, we’ll learn, work, and support each other in a welcoming space to master not only the techniques that improve our writing but also the strategies that manage our ADHD.
You’ll learn from expert guest speakers, with writers and coaches who specialize in ADHD and productivity.
You’ll leave with practical tools to boost your focus, manage distractions, and harness your creative energy.
You’ll feel like you finally found the user manual for your operating system.
What Makes Harnessing ADHD’s Wild Horsepower a Game-Changer?
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A Guide Who Understands
Dive into the world of writing with ADHD with a coach who has firsthand experience and strategies from managing ADHD in her own writing career.
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Expert Guests
Hear from experts in ADHD and productivity, including certified ADHD coaches and successful writers who have mastered their creative processes with ADHD.
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Accountability Groups
Work in your small groups of four to keep each other on track throughout the entire class. You’ll be given 15 minutes for a check each week in breakout groups as well.
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Learn to Love Your Mind
Through supportive discussions and personalized strategies, you'll learn to view your ADHD as a unique aspect of your creative process rather than a hindrance.
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Community & Connection
Join a community of fellow writers with ADHD eager to support, challenge, and inspire each other, with relationships that will last far beyond the classroom.
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Practical Strategies
Learn actionable strategies to manage focus, minimize distractions, and harness your creative energy, tailored specifically for writers with ADHD.
Topics Covered:
Understanding ADHD and its impact on writing
Time management and organization techniques
Building focus and minimizing distractions
Hacking dopamine to overcome writer’s block
How to keep promises to yourself
The emotions of procrastination
Managing self-doubt and imposter syndrome
Self-compassion for your ADHD mind
Understanding and managing Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)
What to Expect
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Grounding Meditation
We’ll begin each class with a calming 10-minute meditation to help you center your thoughts and focus your energy. This ritual will help set the tone for a productive session and clear your mental clutter.
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ADHD 101 for Writers
Think of this as the 30-minute pep talk and lesson you need to keep your writing galloping forward. We’ll tackle topics like how to wrestle your ideas onto the page, build a routine that fits your style, and stay motivated when your brain has other ideas.
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Guest Speaker
Each week, we’ll bring in someone awesome to share their wisdom about ADHD, creativity, and how to turn your quirks into superpowers. Get ready for insights, inspiration, and maybe even a few laughs during their 30-minute session.
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Writing Time
Now it’s time to put all those ideas to work! You’ll have 10-20 minutes to dive into your own writing. We'll focus on reflective work that helps you dive deeper into your relationship with yourself, your writing, and your ADHD.
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Crew Connection
You’ll be part of a small, mighty crew of four writers who will become your accountability buddies. This is where you check in, cheer each other on, share struggles, and get the support only fellow ADHD writers truly understand. Think of it as a creative mastermind with friends who get you.
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Wrap-up & Wind Down
We’ll finish off with a quick game that’s fun, light-hearted, and lets us end on a high note. Will there be prizes? You bet your bootie there will be prizes. Mama needs her dopamine!
Your Guide
Paulette Perhach
Writer with Raging ADHD, Diagnosed at 38
2x million-reader viral essay author
BlogHer Voices of the Year award winner
Anthologized along with work by Roxane Gay, Ashley C. Ford, Mindy Kaling, and Audre Lorde.
Nominated for Best of the Net.
Included in round-ups from Memoir Monday.
Contributor to a 2021 Washington State Book Award-winning anthology.
Paulette’s work has appeared in:
Guest Speakers
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Emily Farris
Essayist and Author
I'll Just Be Five More Minutes -
Shauna Pollard, PhD
Psychologist specializing in Adult ADHD
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Jaclyn Paul
Author
Order from Chaos: The Everyday Grind of Staying Organized with Adult ADHD -
Coach Mary
Certified ADHD Coach
Hesed ADHD -
Cathy Kirch
Writing Coach
The ADHD Writers Guild -
Catherine Mutti-Driscoll
ADHD Coach & Author
The ADHD Workbook for Teen Girls -
Robyn Greenspan
Storycraft.coach
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Justine Clay
ADHD Coach for Creatives
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Liz Lewis
Founder, Healthy ADHD
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Adam Sietz
Author, Comedian, and ADHD Coach
More speakers to be announced soon!
Book your spot now!
Same great 12-week masterclass, divided into 12 weekly payments of $81.25.
Please note that by purchasing this item, you are agreeing to pay 11 additional weeks of $81.25 starting on September 23, 2024.
Class details
Tuesdays, 5:00 - 7 p.m. EST
Starts: Sept 24
Ends: Dec. 17
Skip week: Nov 5 — Election Day!
12 sessions total
Special bonus session! For ADHD loved ones only. A chance for them to ask questions and get advice about how to love a writer with ADHD.
✺ Frequently asked questions ✺
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This class is for writers of all levels who have ADHD and are looking to improve their focus, organization, and productivity. Whether you are just starting out or are an experienced writer struggling with the challenges of ADHD, this class offers practical strategies and a supportive community to help you thrive.
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This class is specifically tailored for writers with ADHD. It combines writing techniques with ADHD management strategies, delivered by a coach who understands both worlds. You’ll learn from expert guest speakers and connect with a community of like-minded writers.
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No official diagnosis? No problem. It's not like we're doling out meds. This class is open to anyone who feels they struggle with focus, organization, and managing distractions—whether or not you have an official ADHD diagnosis. If you identify with these challenges and are eager to learn strategies to harness your energy and boost your creativity, you’re welcome to join us.
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No worries! We are happy to accommodate a payment plan of $81.25 a week over the 12 weeks.
Please email Anita, our coordinator extraordinaire, at coordinator.extraordinaire@pauletteperhach.com to get set up.
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If you’re committed to improving your writing and managing your ADHD, this class is for you. It’s designed to be supportive and adaptable, meeting you where you are in your journey. If you’re ready to invest time and effort into developing new skills and strategies, you’re ready for this class.
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There are no prerequisites for this class. It’s open to all writers with ADHD, regardless of experience level. The only requirement is a willingness to participate actively and engage with the materials and exercises.
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If you miss a class, you’ll have access to recordings of the sessions and any materials covered. Additionally, you’ll have opportunities to catch up through peer support and follow-up discussions. We understand that life happens, and we aim to provide flexible options to keep you on track.
Sign up here!
12-week intensive masterclass led by Paulette Perhach, a seasoned author and writing coach with ADHD. This class is a rare opportunity to work closely within a welcoming environment with ADHD experts and learn the operating system of your mind.
You’ll leave with a close-knit community of like-minded writers, skills to help you start and complete your writing projects, and newfound self-compassion and confidence. This is the perfect program for writers at any stage eager to create a writing life while living in an ADHD mind.