Denise Olesky - Growing for Today

02/24/2026

Winter can be beautiful… and heavy.

If you’ve been feeling more tired, less motivated, or not quite like yourself lately, you’re not alone. The shorter days and colder weather can impact mood, energy, and focus.
Sometimes “winter blues” are temporary. Sometimes they’re a sign you could use a little extra support.

A couple small ways to support yourself this season:

• Keep one small, consistent routine (like a morning coffee ritual or evening wind-down time).
• If you feel overwhelmed, try a simple grounding exercise — name 5 things you can see, 4 you can feel, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, and 1 you can taste.

02/05/2026

Do you ever feel like you keep going and going and then just suddenly stop, and you're done? Yep, sometimes that's an ADHD brain 😴

Rest and reengage when you're ready.

02/03/2026

My first video!

01/30/2026

You didn't think you had ADHD because you could focus for hours, but what you were actually experiencing was hyperfocus.

01/26/2026

As this week winds down, take a moment to do something that supports your mental wellness.

10/12/2025

Learn how your ADHD brain works for either you or someone you love.

02/21/2025

Creativity can reduce anxiety.

02/21/2025

Continually trying to make other people happy and seeking outside approval can be exhausting. While it may originate from good intentions, many people feel depleted when it becomes a way of life.

Seek advice and help from people you care about. Afterall, the people in your life typically want good things for you. Gather up all they have to say, process it a bit - and then - make the decision that is best for you based on your own needs and goals. You know you best, so the decisions that you make for you will be the right ones and will fit you the best.

02/19/2025

I'm honored to be included in this article by hercampus.com that discusses ways to ease flight anxiety.

Flight anxiety is common, but it shouldn't stop you from booking that trip. Here are eight flight anxiety tips to help you cope during your travels.

12/04/2024

12/03/2024

Beat the winter blues!

Somehow, when we turned back the clocks by one hour, it actually felt like five hours ☹️ The evening hours suddenly feel very long and it's also getting cold so we're finding ourselves indoors more often than we'd like.

For some people, their moods start to decline around this time. Now I'm not saying that winter will be your new favorite season, but leaning into winter festivities a bit can actually help.

Really? Really.

Creating an environment at home that you enjoy can actually boost your mood a bit and help you beat the winter blues. Think about anything that you enjoy about the winter. A warm cup of cocoa maybe? Holiday lights perhaps? Lighting candles? Create a list and participate in these activities all winter. Create an environment that is warm, cozy, and fun, and celebrate it all season long.

Here are some ideas to help get you started:

Wear comfy, warm clothes at home and at work. Tuck some fuzzy socks in your boots to wear outside and feel cozy all day.

Plan a get-together with friends to get some cocoa.

Hang lights in your home to create a festive place.

Read a book with a warm fuzzy blanket and a candle.

Take a drive to look at festive lights.

Have a movie marathon at home with family.

Plan a warm vacation to take a small break and recharge from the cold.

12/02/2024

I statements are always helpful to express your feelings. They are a great way to say what you need without blaming or shaming.

In a relationship, words can uplift us or deeply wound us. When the person who means the most to you says something that hurts deeply, instead of retreating into silence or anger, try this.