Tried to “think yourself calm” during an emotional meltdown? Didn’t work? That’s top-down regulation

Tried to “think yourself calm” during an emotional meltdown? Didn’t work? That’s top-down regulation (thinking → feeling). For ADHD brains with struggling prefrontal cortex, it often fails when emotions are high. The solution: bottom-up regulation (body → brain). Body-first strategies that work: • Walking, dancing, shaking • Tapping, breathing patterns • Progressive muscle relaxation • Hugs (people, pets, trees) My approach: 1. Bottom-up FIRST (regulate body) 2. Top-down SECOND (understand emotion, reframe) Instead of fighting dysregulation with thinking, regulate your body first, then think. Free ADHD emotional regulation strategies PDF in bio. What body-first strategy works for you? 👇#adhd #adhdtiktok #adhdinwomen #adhdprobs #adhdcheck

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