CBT is considered the gold standard for ADHD therapy — and for good reason. It teaches structure, focus, and the pause most of us never learned. But therapy alone isn’t enough. In this deeply personal, sharply funny post, The Cynical Romantic explores why compassion is the missing piece no treatment plan includes. From OCD overlaps to burnout guilt to a dating story gone sideways, this piece reminds us that healing isn’t just about fixing habits — it’s about forgiving ourselves for surviving without a roadmap.

Love, Lies & Scandals is where romance meets reality—with a stiff drink and a side of self-awareness. In When Cupid Meets the Chemistry Set, The Cynical Romantic explores what happens when ADHD, OCD, and celebrity drama collide in the great social experiment we call love. From Howie Mandel’s handshake ban to David Beckham’s color-coded closets, this post reminds us that even the polished and famous are gloriously neurodivergent messes. You’ll laugh, cringe, and maybe recognize yourself in the reflection of someone else’s chaos. Because whether you’re impulsively texting your ex or alphabetizing their cereal boxes, the truth remains: love is equal parts science experiment and dumpster fire. Pull up a chair, grab a donut, and let’s overthink this together.

Dive into The Cynical Romantic’s world of overthinking, overfeeling, and occasionally oversharing. From ADHD brain hacks to relationship red flags, this is your one-stop shop for emotional wellness, self-awareness, and the occasional existential giggle. Because who says mental health can’t come with a punchline?