Structured for Survival: The System That Keeps Me Sane at the IAA 

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The IAA can feel like a firehose. The pace is fast, the expectations are high, and the deadlines rarely wait. The only reason I’m not drowning is that I trained for this kind of pressure for years as a Division I athlete. Swimming taught me discipline, efficiency, and resilience under Continue reading Structured for Survival: The System That Keeps Me Sane at the IAA 

Navigating the IAA with ADHD: Strategies for Focus, Productivity, and Balance

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Starting the IAA while juggling a baby at home, a part-time job, and ADHD has definitely kept life interesting, and it’s made staying organized more important than ever. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health disorder characterized by symptoms such as difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior. Continue reading Navigating the IAA with ADHD: Strategies for Focus, Productivity, and Balance