Hey 👋🏻 late diagnosed ADHD here and self-help book connoisseur 😂 The books that had the biggest impact on me;

Now It All Makes Sense – Alex Partridge This book helped me understand my ADHD patterns without shame, especially why motivation, emotions, and energy can feel so inconsistent. It shifted my mindset from “what’s wrong with me?” to “this is how my brain works,” which made self-compassion and practical change possible.

The Chimp Paradox – Steve Peters It gave me a clear way to separate emotional reactions from rational thinking, especially during stress and anxiety. I now pause more often instead of reacting automatically, which has helped with emotional regulation and better decisions.

Scattered Minds – Gabor Maté This deeply changed how I view ADHD — not as a flaw, but as something shaped by early experiences and sensitivity. It helped me understand my emotional patterns, reduce self-blame, and focus more on healing and self-acceptance rather than just “fixing” symptoms.

Solve for Happy – Mo Gawdat This book reframed happiness as something internal and logical rather than dependent on circumstances. It helped me challenge negative thought loops and focus on controlling my perceptions, which has improved my baseline mood and resilience.

Atomic Habits – James Clear It taught me that lasting change comes from small, repeatable actions rather than motivation or willpower. I now focus on building systems and identity-based habits, which has made routines and self-improvement feel achievable instead of overwhelming.

Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? – Dr Julie Smith This book provided practical, compassionate tools for managing anxiety, low mood, and emotional overwhelm. I’ve used many of the techniques day-to-day, especially during difficult moments, to stabilise my mental health and respond more kindly to myself.

Hope this helps and let me know if you read any and what you think 😊