This is a podcast where I speak straight into the heart and mind of kids with ADHD. Helping them learn and understand the way their brain is wired differently a...
Home is where the heart is! This is why we can let ALL of those big feelings out and navigate our many thoughts racing through our heads throughout the day! In this episode, we will talk about Dr. Ned Hallowell's famous quote, "Living with an ADHD brain is like having a ferrari for a brain, with bicycle breaks! Can you realate!? I know I can! I ask reflection questions, and share some tools and strategies for the home environment to raise awareness in order to moving through your day with less frustration and more clarity! How does your mind and body feel at home during different parts of your day? What does my mind and body need to succeed at home? Where do your thoughts take you? How does your body feel if thoughts start to go in a downward spiral? We discuss choosing to drive your thoughts in a direction that will help us learn and grow... Follow a flow- Create visual routines that work best for you (Your brain craves structure, it's just tricky to create it sometimes.) Figure in breaks (mind and body)- We need to be mindful of our need to refuel our brains throughout the day (rest, movement, nutrients)! Find connections- This will help with regulation, finding calm, and collaboratively problem solving when things feel tricky! If you haven't already, check out the Gibbon Slackboard! It really is a blast for the whole family, while also acting as a great tool for regulation and concentration! Go to www.giboardus.com and plug in the discount code: ADHD10 to add this fantastic tool to you and your family's executive function toolbox! You can find me at www.katelynmabry.com to check out my resources or reach out if you are interested in exploring my 1:1 coaching experience! I would love to come alongside your family on your journey! Intro music credit: http://uppbeat.oi/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-day License code: BYYN10YF2HHNY3YO
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Raising Self-Awareness in Your Learning Environment is Key!
Do you ever find yourself sitting at school feeling lost or alone with your racing thoughts and big emotions? Do the questions, "where did I put that?" or "shoot, I wasn't paying attention" ring a bell!? If so, you are not alone and this is the episode for you! Often times, school and even other learning environments can feel tricky to function in when you don't have the accommodations or tools in place to listen and learn in the given space. In this episode, we talk all about how the first key to success in a learning environment is self-awarenss, which will be followed by self- advocacy (speaking up about what you need to succeed). First and always, we want to lead with strengths and start your day off by preparing your mindset with what your strengths, interests, and talents are! Then, I want you to lean in and look at what you need in a learning environment? What tools and strategies do you use? What helps me listen best? How do I refocus when that gets lost? When does my body need to move? How can I practice more unconditional confidence as I learn and grow through the tough stuff? Another question I am just thinking of is, "do I feel that rejection sensitivity during my school day or time of learning? All of these reflective questions will help you put on that self-awareness cap so that you can put practices into place that will help you know when and how to take out the tools you need to succeed! Today's episode is brought to you by GIBBON, makers of the ultimate balance board designed for movement, focus, and fun for all ages! Whether you're looking to boost concentration, improve coordination, or just add an active twist to your day, the GIBBON Slackboard is a fantastic TOOL for ADHD brains and beyond! My family loves it and I think your family will to! Plug in ADHD10 at checkout to recieve a special discount! www.giboardus.com You can connect with me at www.katelynmabry.com for more resources or to reach out with questions and future episode topic ideas!! We are on this journey together! Love you all!
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Putting On Your Self-Awareness Cap Series- Intro
Hey friends! Do you have your self-awareness cap on? If not, then this series is just what you need to pick up that cap and fit it just right on that beautiful, brilliant brain of yours! If you do think self-awareness is your jam, that's fantastic to and I want you to still listen in as you may discover hidden areas or environments where you could use a little cap adjustment! In this episode, I will introduce the importance and power in raising self-awareness so that you can best use the tools in your toolbox when you are entering into different environments. Becoming more aware of your words, actions, reactions, and even body awareness will help you discover what you need to succeed in different places and spaces! Please reach out to let me know about your own self-awareness journey! You will notice a few NEW things in this episode as I have revised our intro and we have our very first podcast sponsors for the month of March! Wohoo! This episode is brought to you by GIBBON, makers of the ultimate balance board designed for movement, focus, and fun for all ages! Whether you are looking to boost concentration, improve coordination, or just add an active twist to your day, the Gibbon (Giboard) Slackboard is a fantastic tool for ADHD brains and beyond! Go to www.giboardus.com and enter ADHD10 at checkout to recieve a special discount! Reach out to me at www.katelynmabry.com to share what you think about our new intro, give future episode suggestions or if you choose to get a Giboard, let me know if you and your family enjoy it as much as my family and I do! Have a great day! Love you all! Music from #uppbeat https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/uppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fandrey-rossi%2Fseize-the-day/vZub/epq7AQ/AQ/3800a4d8-72fa-44fd-98d7-d2bac9fabafd/4/_PxYAp0pB5
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Fall in Love with Your ADHD Brain
How do you feel about your brain?! Sometimes we are our own worst enemy and in this episode I hope that it gives you a fresh perspective on how you see the beautiful brain you've been given! We will discuss how sometimes we can quickly spiral in a negative direction and our brain drives us bonkers! I feel ya! BUT, we can bounce back and in this episode we talk about how you can become friends with your brilliant brain. I want you to continue to lead and lean into your strengths as you navigate the struggles and build your toolbox. Come on over to my website at www.katelynmabry.com to visit me and let me know how you feel about your busy, colorful brain! Next week we will start our self-awareness series for the month of March! Can't wait to spend more time with you soon! Have a great day! Love you all!
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How to Refuel Your Cognitive Fuel Tank! Interview with Certified Therapist Eileen Devine
Do you feel like you are running on empty when you get done with school or working on something all day? Do your emotions quickly become in charge at the smallest things? Well, your busy brain is working extra hard all day to manage and maintain working through different learning experiences. This is why cognitive refueling is so important to endure and thrive for the rest of the day! In this episode, you will meet Eileen Devine, who is a parent coach and also the mom of a teenager who is neurodivergent just like you and me! Eileen talks about what happens to our busy brains as the day goes on and how we often find it on empty by the time we get home! She shares some great ideas for cognitive refueling through intentional rest, taking a break from brain based tasks. Making sure you are moving your body and feeding our brains the nutrients needs to be refueled, like a protien snack! She also encourages kiddos to ask for help and self-advocate when their brain feels tired! She also highlights the importance of good, quality sleep as the most vital way to fill your cognitive refueltank back up! Lean into this brain based learning as you discover what your brain needs to be refueled each day! Check out all of Eileen's amazingly helpful resources at www.eileendevine.com. I know she would love to get connected with you! I hope you all have a wonderful rest of your week! Let's keep on intentionally refueling our congitive tank! Love you all!
About Journey With Me Through ADHD: A podcast for kids
This is a podcast where I speak straight into the heart and mind of kids with ADHD. Helping them learn and understand the way their brain is wired differently and come up with tools and strategies that work best for them! This is a great conversation tool for trusted adults to use as you navigate this diagnosis alongside your child. I have many wonderful guests who are full of knowledge and great resources too!
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