Journey With Me Through ADHD: A podcast for kids

Do you ever have one of those days when NOTHING seems to go according to plan!? Your morning starts off on the wrong foot, one little thing goes sideways, and suddenly it feels like the whole day is ruined? If you've felt this way too, you are NOT alone! In this episode, we are blessed with the opportunity to talk with Licensed ADHD Coach and former special education administrator, Brooke Schnittman about what happens when ADHD, perfectionism, and big emotions collide! Brooke shares her own story of being bullied and how these experiences helped her understand the importance of noticing what's happening in ther nervous system- and knowing when it's time to adjust. We talk about why we often plan for maximum capacity, but how it's SO important to plan for when things go sideways. Because needing to change the plans doesn't mean you failed. It means you noticed what your brain and body needed and adjusted! Brooke also shares a simple strategy to practice called AIR: A - Acknowlendge : Notice what's happening in your brain and body. Name it to tame it! I - Interrupt : Break the cycle. Pause the spiral and give your mind and body a chance to reset. R - Redirect: Choose one tiny next step. Ask yourself, "what's one 1% action I can take right now that my future self will thank me for!?" Your day doesn't have to go perfectly for you to have a good day. Sometimes the most powerful skill is recognizing when the plan isn't working- and giving yourself permission to make a new one! Remember: A sideways day is not a failed day. It's simply a day that needs a reset! This episode of Journey with Me Through ADHD is sponsored by Coaching With Brooke and the 3C Activation ADHD Student Coach Training. If you're a parent, educator, coach, or professional supporting a student with ADHD, you probably already understand what they're struggling with. The harder question is what to actually do about it. The 3C Activation ADHD Student Coach Training teaches strategies to help students ages 8-25 build follow-through, get organized, and stay motivated, without consistant reminders from adults around them. Created by ADHD Coach and former special education administrator, Brooke Schnittman, this training gives you step-by-step framework you can use with your own child, students, or coaching clients! Mark your calendars for September 17th, when Brooke is hosting a FREE live Q&A parents, educators, coaches, and professionals who want to learn more about training and how to better support students with ADHD. Bring your questions and see if 3C Activation is right for you. Register for FREE @ www.bit.ly/journey3C today! Make sure you hit that follow button to continue on this podcast journey of learning together and visit me at www.katelynmabry.com to sign up for my monthly newsletter and gather more resources! Have a blessed day!!

What if I told you that your brain has a secret superpower- and you just haven't unlocked it get!? In this episode, we're kicking off a brand new series called "Training Your Brain to Notice." You'll discover how your ADHD brain is already amazing at spotting things others miss and why noticing is a SKILL you can grow with practice. Think of it like finding a hidden level in your favorite video game! This month, we'll become brain detectives as we learn to notice thoughts, feelings, what our bodies are saying, and the world around us in fun, simple ways. Takeaways : Why noticing is like unlocking a secret level in your amazing brain. How ADHD brains notice different things than others do. The difference between noticing and fixing. How practicing noticing can make school, friendships, and big feelings easier to understand. Why this series is about growing your superpowers- not adding more pressure! This week's brain challenge: Practice pausing ONCE today, take a slow breath and ask yourself: " What do I notice right now?" There are no wrong answers- just another chance to level up! Every time you practice noticing, you're leveling up your incredible one of a kind mind! A note for trusted adults: This episode introduces noticing as a strength-based, shame-free skil that can be developed over time. Rather than focusing on what kids with ADHD "miss," it highlights the unique ways their brains observe the world, while teaching them to slow down and recognize what's happening before reacting. Practicing noticing together can strengthen self-awareness, emotional regulation and confidence throughout the week! Visit my website at www.katelynmabry.com to sign up to receive a monthly newsletter or to learn more about other resources, including the book I wrote, "Hi It's Me, I have ADHD." This colorful book and simple text could be a great visual to ignite that skill of noticing and have a deeper understanding to the beautiful brain you have! I love being on this journey with you! Have a blessed day! Can't wait to be with you again next week!

Hey friends! Today we wrap up our Back to School Rhythm & Reset Series! Make sure you go back and listen to the entire series to get the full picture and information to learn and grow from! Have you ever looked at someone else's routine and thought, "hmm, why can't I just do it like that!?" The truth is, your brain is uniquely YOURS- and the routines that work for someone else might not work for you, and that's OKAY! In this episode, we will talk about how we can create routines and supports that fit your brilliant, one of a kind ADHD mind. We will explore why flexibility matters, how to build realistic routines, and why celebrating small wins is more important than trying to get it perfect...because we know practice makes progress, never perfection! Let's think of it like musical rhythm again: Every drummer has their own rhythm. Your job is ot to sound like everyone else. Your job is to find your own beat. As we wrap up this series, we'll talk about building unconditional confidence by learning to lean into what you CAN control (thoughts, attitude, effort, and how you treat others), practice the skill of noticing what helps you succeed day by day, and creating systems that remind you that you are capable just as you are! Key Takeaway : The best routines are the ones that work best for YOUR brilliant brain! You don't have to copy someone else's rhythm- you can find your own beat! Thanks for joining me today! You are loved, you are valued, you are capable of anything! Have a blessed day! This episode is sponsored by Coaching With Brooke and the 3C Activation ADHD Student Coach Training." Make sure to sign up for her FREE Q&A workshop, all about her 3C Activation ADHD Student Coach Training, coming up on September 17th . Go to www.bit.ly/journey3C to register today! If you are a parent, teacher, educator, or support professional who work with kids with ADHD, then you know all about the day to day challenges, yet sometimes are faced with wondering what the next step should be! Check out this workshop and bring all of your questions for supporting kids 8-25 on their ADHD journey. Created by ADHD Coach and former special education administrator, Brooke Schnittman, this training gives you step-by-step framework to use with your own child, students, or coaching clients! This is a gift for all who attend! Pause and register today! I would love for you to hit that subscribe button if you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more, SHARE with a friend who may be on this ADHD journey too! It would also be amazingly awesome if you could leave a review!! I appreciate YOU!!! Check out my website www.katelynmabry.com for more resources or to reach out to me for more info on the 1:1 coaching I offer as a next step! I look forwarding to being with you again next week!!

Does your brain just feel "off" some days!? Maybe it's extra hard to focus, your emotions feel bigger than usual, or everything seems more overwhelming. The good news? It doesn't mean you are failing. It just means your brain and body might need a little extra support, and that's totally okay!! In this episode, we will talk about how sleep, stress, busy schedules, and overwhelm can make school feel harder for your ADHD brains. You'll learn how to NOTICE signs that your brain needs a reset and discover simple ways to help your nervous system find it's rhythm again. After all, even musicians lose beat sometimes. The important part isn't being perfect- it's learning HOW to find your rhythm again. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why feeling "off" doesn't mean you are failing. How sleep, stress, and overwhelm affect your ADHD brain. Why focusing gets harder when your brain is overloaded. Signs your brain and body may need a RESET. Simple ways to find calm and get your nervous system back on beat! Remember: Your rhythm might change from day to day, and that's okay! Your brain isn't broken- it simply needs the right support to find it's rhythm once again!!! You are learning, growing and loved every step of the way!! Check out www.katelynmabry.com for more resources or to reach out with a future episode idea! We are on this journey together and I would love to hear from you!!

Hey friends! Have you ever just had a rough day!? I know I have and I know my kids do too! This episode is for you if you want to discover how to bounce back and reset after those hard days! Maybe you forgot your homework, had a hard time focusing, got into an argument with a friend, or ened the day simply frustrated with yourself. If you've ever thought, "man, I messed everything up," you are not alone and the good news is that those messes can turn into beautiful days ahead! In this episode, you will hear from licensed therapist and ADHD specialist, Bryan Peacock as we talk about one of the most important skills every kid can learn: how to reset after hard days. Together, we explore why ADHD brains are often like race cars with bicycle breaks which often leads to more challenging days that do not define us, but can refine us! Mistakes are opportunities for learning and growing. Showing yourself kindness is just as important as working hard. We also talk about how trusted adults can help you get back on track and why progress always matters more than perfection. Top takeaways: Why everyone has hard days- including adults! What a "reset" really means. How to stop one bad moment from becoming a bad week. Simple ways to calm your brain and body after a tough day. Why asking for help is a sign of courage and strength. How to build confidence by giving yourself a regulated fresh start the next day! So if today felt messy, frustrating, or overwhelming, take a deep breath and join us. Tomorrow is a brand new chance to begin again, and your brain is always capable of finding rhythm. I highly encourage you to find an ADHD specialist therapist or coach to take a next step on your ADHD journey! It's something that our family does and I know it would bless your socks off too! Have a great day! If you like this episode and want to hear more, make sure you follow for more, write a review and reach out for more resources at www.katelynmabry.com.

School is starting up again, and if you're feeling a little nervous, excited, or even a little mixed up inside- You are NOT alone!! In this episode, we are kicking off our back to school Rhythm & Reset series by talking about why getting back into school routine can feel extra tricky for ADHD brains. Starting a new school year is a lot like learning the beat of a brand new song. At first, it might feel a little wobbly, but with time and practice, your brain will find it's rhythm. We'll talk about simple ways to make mornings feel easier, build new routines one step at a time, and remember that you don't have to be perfect to have an amazing school year! So let's take a nice deep breath, give yourself lots of grace, and let's find your school rhythm together. Takeaways from today's episode: Your brain needs TIME to find its school rhythm- It's okay if it doesn't happen on the first day. You don't have to be perfect to have a great school year. Small routines can HELP mornings and school days feel a little calmer. ADHD brains often need extra time to adjust to changes, and that's completely okay. Give yourself GRACE and celebrate the little wins along the way! Thank you for listening friends! Lets keep learning, growing, and journeying together through ADHD together! Have a blessed day! Make sure you follow to stay tuned into the rest of this series and share with friends who this may be helpful for too! Visit me at www.katelynmabry.com for more resources. I would love for you to reach out to share episode ideas or to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program!

Music isn't just something we listen to- it can become one of the most powerful tools in your family's ADHD toolkit! I know it is ours! In this final episode of our Regulating Through Music series, we explore how to intentionally weave music into our everyday life to make routines feel easier, transitions feel smoother, and family connection feel stronger! Speaking of family, I have my little man with me in this episode, helping me share some of the ways music helps our family on a daily basis! Music can provide our ADHD brains predictability, momentum, emotional regulation, and an overall sense of calm when things feel overwhelming! Guess what the best part is!? You don't have to be "musical" to use it! A simple playlist, a favorite song, or even a quick dance break can make a HUGE difference. In this episode, we will share practical ways you can use music throughout the day, including: Starting mornings with an energizing "hype song." Creating a clean up playlist that makes chores more fun. Turning car rides into moments of family connection. Using dance parties to reset big feelings and busy bodies. Building stronger family memories through shared music. Create playlists for different moods, routines and activities to have set and ready to play any day! You will also learn why music can help the ADHD brain find steady rhythm- just like a drumbeat helps musicians stay together. When life feels busy or overwhelming, music can help your brain know what comes next and make the day feel a little easier to follow. This week's target: You don't have to create a perfect routine overnight. Start with ONE song, one playlist, or one family dance party! Small rhythm repeated overtime can make a HUGE impact! Take away: Music is like giving your busy brain a steady beat to follow. It won't make every hard moment disappear, but it can help life feel smoother, calmer, and a whole lot more fun! Thank you for joining us on this regulation through music series! If you like what you hear make sure you subscribe and share this podcast with a friend who is on this ADHD journey too! We are all in this together! Please reach out with future episode ideas or if you'd like to know more about my 1:1 coaching services www.katelynmabry.com ! I love and appreciate each one of you!

Have you ever felt like your feelings were so BIG they almost felt like a storm inside your brain? Sometimes happiness makes you want to jump up and down. Sometimes sadness feels too heavy for words. The good news is that your feelings aren't bad- they just need a safe place to go. In this episode of Journey With Me Through ADHD, we're exploring how music can become one of your brain's favorite regulation tools. Whether you love to sing, dance, drum on a table, write songs, or simply listen to your favorite playlist, music can help your emotions move instead of staying stuck inside. Together we'll discover: How music gives big feelings somewhere safe to go. Why moving your body to rhythm helps calm your nervous system. Simple dance breaks and drumming activities can be great emotional regulation strategies. How songs can help you recognize and name your emotions. Fun ways to create "big feeling playlists" like happy, calm, brave, or even frustrated. Why many ADHD kids feel deeply understood through music. Remember this: Feelings are like storms inside your brain, and music can help the rain come out safely . You don't have to keep your emotions bottled up. Music gives them a healthy, creative way to be heard. So grab your headphones, turn up your favorite song in the car or kitchen, and let's discover how music can help your amazing ADHD brain express those big feelings in healthy ways! Because every feeling deserves a safe place to go- and sometimes that place is a SONG! If this episode encouraged you and your family, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and SHARE it with other families you know who are on this ADHD journey! Every share helps more children discover that their ADHD brain is wonderful, capable, and never alone! Until next week, keep growing, keep learning, and keep journeying with me through ADHD! Love and appreciate each and every one of you!! www.katelynmabry.com

Does music actually help your brain find focus? The answer is yes for me and my kiddos too, how about you!? In this episode, you will become a "focus exploror" as you learn to discover which kinds of music might be helpful, powerful tools to find your focus, stay productive, engaged and find calm in different situations! We will activate the power of noticing too! Because you may find that your brain works better with a little backgroung music instead of complete silence. If this is a reality for you, it's SO true! We will talk about how the right kinds of music can help quiet some of the extra "brain chatter" that makes it hard to focus. Instead of silence feeling distracting or uncomfortable, music can give your brain just enough background noise entertainment to help you stay on task. Think of it like giving your busy brain a gentle rhythm to follow while you work. In this episode, you will discover... Why many ADHD brains focus better with music then with complete silence. How music can help calm the feeling of overwhelm. The difference between instrumental music and songs with lyrics. Ways to use music during homework, reading, chores, or creative projects. How to create your own "focus beats" playlist. Why everyone's brain is differetn- and it's okay to experiment to find what works best! Music isn't JUST something we listen to- it can be a regulation tool that helps our brains feel organized, steady, and ready to learn! So grab your headphones, press play, and let's discover how the right beat might help your amazing ADHD brain find focus! Remember: Your ADHD brain isn't broken- it just works differently. Sometimes the right song is exactly what your brain needs to help you do your best! If you've enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another family raising amazing ADHD warriors too! Every episode helps you better understand your incredible one of a kind mind- one journey at a time! Visit me at www.katelynmabry.com for more resources or to contact me! I would love to hear from you! Have a blessed day!

Do you find yourself overstimulated, feeling anxious, irritable, or have a hard time focusing in different day to day scenerios!? If so, you are not alone and this is the episode is for you. In this episode, you will discover how different types of music can help regulate different moods and your nervous system in different situations. The right music can help your brain feel safer and calmer. I share how I use music to move through different tricky tasks and transitions, as well as give tips on how you can embed music in so many different ways too! Creating different safe playlists to go along with your daily routine of to dos is a great idea too! Calming playlist for overwhelm Using music during transitions Music for morning or bedtime routines Using music for activation and momentum when a task feels tedious You will discover that lyrics and tempo affect emotions and use music to regulate your mood. This is a great jumpstart to heighten your self-awareness around how music affects you. We even use the analogy of music being like a dimmer switch for our busy brains, instead of the on and off switch we tend to have. I would love to hear how music affects you! Send me a message on my website at www.katelynmabry.com so I can hear more about your ADHD journey and I would love to hear some future podcast episode ideas too! I love and appreciate you all so much! Have a blessed day!

You are all in for a musical treat with this episode! Do you ever feel stuck or have a hard time creating better habits as you work on exercising those executive functions skills that feel tricky!? I know I do, and have found that music is my favorite momentum maker and memory tool too, how bout you? For many ADHD brains, music can be a powerful tool for focus, memory, emotional regulation, and getting started with every day tasks! In this fun-filled episode, we're joined by JP and Kat, who are an amazing married duo, whose music has been featured on beloved shows like Seseme street, Gabby's Dollhouse, Blaze and the Monster Machine, Pigeon Finds a Hotdog, Blues Clues, and MORE. They are Emmy award winners and parents to two kiddos who have busy brains just like you and I do! They share how they create songs that help kids learn, remember important skills, and build memory throughout the day! We're also joined by our new 8 year old friend ADDEE, who shares how music helps her ADHD brain move throughout her daily routines, manage big feelings, abd stay regulated when life feels overwhelming. Together we explore, Why music is such a powerful tool for ADHD brains. How songs can improve memory and help us remember routines, or to simply put things away. Using music to build momentum when it's hard to get started. How music can help move through big emotion moments. You will hear three fabulous jingles written by Kat and JP that you can start using right away... "Anything Else", "Put It Away", and "Learning More Everyday" from "ADDIE'S WORLD" Whether you are getting ready for school , cleaning your room, calming down after a busy day, or just looking for a little extra momentum, this episode is full of practical ideas from a child's perspective and joyful music to help your brain thrive! Remember, you don't have to force your brain to work like everyone else's. Sometimes it needs the right rhythm to feel it's best! Let's keep moving, keep singinng, and journeying together through ADHD! You can find Aidee's world on YouTube & IG= @aiddeehd_official

What if the internet felt less like a giant candy store and more like a place designed to help your brain do what it wants to do in a safe and fun way? In this episode, I sit down with the creators of "Notsus", Jim and Adam, who designed a kid-friendly web browser built to help kids stay creative, curious, and productive online without getting pulled into endless distractions. We talk about why many browswers are designed like candy stores filled with the ultimate treats, making it hard for the ADHD brain to stay focused on what actually needs to get done. Creators, Jim and Adam, share how they created a safer digital space where kids can walk past the distractions, get where they want to choose to go, and keep creating along the way. In this episode, you'll learn: Why ADHD brains are epecially vulnerable to online distractions. How the internet is often designed to grab and keep your attention. The "candy store" analogy that makes screen habits easy to understand. Ways to build a more regulated digital environment. How "Notsus" helps kids stay focused on creativity, learning and exploration. Whether you're a kids with ADHD or a parent looking for tools to support healthier screen time habits, this conversation shares practical ideas for creating a digital home that works with your brain- not against it. Episode challenge: Think about one online distraction that feels like candy for your brain. What could help you walk past it and get to what you really want to accomplish online? It takes small reflective change to make the biggest long term impact!! You can download the web browser for free at http://notsus.net/ Be sure to also download our June sponsor's app at www.storymii.com where the possibility for creating stories you love are endless! Type in the code: "adhdjourney" to recieve a free month of exploring and creating on the app! Story Mii is a fabulous tool for every kiddo with ADHD's toolbox! Not only can you use those amazing imaginations to create any type of story you dream up, but you can also connect with friend's and create quizzes to amp up the educational experience, while keeping the joy alive! Research shows that kids read more when it's something that they have come up with! So what better way to ignite a love for reading this summer then with Story Mii! Check it out and enjoy!! You can visit me at www.katelynmabry.com for more resources or to reach out with questions! I would love to hear from you! You are loved, valued and seen! Have a blessed day!

Hey there! Who was able to do the technology fast alonside my family and I last week!? If you took a break and would like to share how it went, please reach out to me @ www.katelynmabry.com so I can hear about your journey too! If you aren't sure what I am talking about, take a look at episode 252 and consider taking some sort of screen time fast that would fit your family best as a means of resetting and then revisiting what tech time looks like each day... Meanwhile, have you ever wondered WHY screens feel SO hard to put down? In this episode, we explore a differnt way of thinking about screen time. Sometimes screens aren't just entertainment- they become a safe place when something in life feels difficult! It's super important to raise self-awareness of this truth, so that you can best respond to it! Using the metaphor of a fort, we will talk about how kids may retreat into screens when they are feeling lonely, socially stressed, overwhelmed, exhausted, or trying to avoid difficult emotions. When we can name it, then we can tame it and reframe it! We will also explore whey screens can feel especially comforting for ADHD brains and how curiosity can help us better understand our needs. Shed any shame of "too much screen time makes me bad" and instead ask, "what is my screen time helping me with right now and how can I respond to it in a different, healthier way!?" In this episode, you'll learn: Why screens can feel like a safe hiding spot. How lonliness, stress, and overwhelm can increase screen use Why ADHD brains are often drawn to screens Questions to help you understand what your brain really needs How to build support on and off screens Key takeaway: The goal isn't to get rid of the fort- it's to make the world outside of the fort feel safer too! As you are exploring a new normal with regulating healthy amounts of screen time, make sure you check out our June sponsor, Story Mii @ www.storymii.com where your child's imagination will be brought to life with these AI generated stories!! Creativity is ignited and characters are created to come up with a one of a kind story that your kiddos will fall back in love with reading! And if you have summer reading to do, this is a great tool to use that also has the capacity to create quizzes for comprehension and kids can even interact to build off of each other's story creations!! My kids love it and I know it will ignite a newfound love for reading in your kids too! I look forward to being with you next week! Have a blessed day! Love you all!

This coming week, my family is doing something different- We are taking a "technology fast" and we'd love for you to join us! Before you check out, hear us out! This is NOT a punishment, but it IS a gift for your brain! In this episode, we will talk about why screens can be especially tricky for our ADHD brains to regulate, how dopamine plays a role, and what happens when we take a break! We will share what a tech fast looks like in our home, what we're replacing screentime with, and why the first few days can feel uncomfortable. You will even hear from my son who shares his raw feelings about it all! We will keep the conversation honest, realistic, and completely shame- free. What you will learn in this episode: Why ADHD brains love screens What dopamine withdrawal can feel like What a technology fast looks like for our family and ways you can customize it to fit your own family! Screen-free activities to try instead What to do when it gets hard Why slipping up doesn't mean you've failed Kid friendly analogy/reminder: Taking a break from screens is like letting a sore muscle rest- it may feel uncomfortable at first, but your brain comes back stronger! We would LOVE for you to JOIN us! Try your own version of tech fasting this week and when the fast in over, send a message to share... What's been hard What surprised you What you've done instead of screens Your tech-fast WINS! This is not about perfection. It's about giving your brain a chance to breathe, reset, rewire, regulate, reignite deeper creativity and discover new ways to have fun! As your plan for reintroducing tech time after the fast, make sure to check out our June sponsor's App...StoryMii www.storymii.com is a brilliant AI story generating program set up to make reading fun for all ages! Is reading a battle in your home too!? With Story Mii, kids can turn their imagination into actual stories that they dream up! With StoryMii, kids don't just read stories, they create their own custome adventures, while using their imaginations to write anything they think of, with unique images that match the story every step of the way! Story Mii is especially great for kids with busy, creative brains because it makes reading feel fast moving, interactive, and fun! Instead of forcing kids to fit into one way of learning, Story Mii taps into their natural curiosity and imagination to help reading really click! They also have exciting features like personalized quizzes, and add chapters to their friends stories, so kids can keep exploring, creating, and learning in ways that match their interest and imagination. It's a science backed reading tool designed to help kids stay engaged, think bigger, and enjoy the learning process while building confidence along the way. Ignite a newfound love for reading and story creating with Story Mii!! It will transform your summer reading for sure!! Make sure you visit my website at www.katelynmabry.com to sign up for my monthly newsletter, check out my book, or reach out to learn more about 1:1 coaching! We are on this journey together! Have a blessed day! Love you all!

HAPPY JUNE ALL!! Welcome to the beginning of our Summer series! Let me be SUPER clear that I am not promoting more screen time through this series (I am even doing a screen fast to start our Summer off), BUT we will be looking at the ways we can regulate screen time throughout the summer months and use screen time in beneficial ways when/if it is used! I am super excited for you to hear from our guest on this episode, Nancy Sun! She is the founder of the incredible app called "StoryMii." She shares all about her personal love for technology and how she came up with this brilliant platform. This science-backed reading platform brings your kids imaginations to life, while also igniting a new love for reading!! StoryMii helps kids become creators instead of just reading, by allowing them to customize thier own adventures with unique images that match their story every step of the way! Your busy, creative, ADHD brains will be lit up by this app in the most positive ways. It is interactive, fast moving, and fun!!! Instead of forcing one style of learning, the platform taps into curiosity, imagination, and creativity to help reading finally click! You will love to hear all of the updates StoryMii has made since her last episode with us a year ago! Creativity supports confidence and learning to read Personalized storytelling helps kids stay engaged There are interactive features like quizzes You have the ability to add friends and share stories There are so many ways StoryMii encourages you to think bigger and enjoy the learning process. This is a fabulous tool for those Summer months with down time, road trips, and a desire to keep the skill of reading alive and active! If you love adventure, storytelling, creativity, or making imaginative worlds of your own, this is an espisode you will love in every way! You can learn more about our June podcast sponsor, StoryMii @ www.storymii.com . Gain a month of free access through their website by using the code, "adhdjourney." This is a great opportunity to check it and see if it's a helpful, fun reading tool for your family! Sign up for my newsletter @ www.katelynmabry.com so that we can stay in touch and I can share upcoming episode and more resources!!

AHHH! We made it to episode 250 and I could not be more grateful for each of you to be listening and coming back each week so that we can be on this ADHD together!! Guess what!? Not everybody feels better doing the same kind of movement and that's completely OKAY! That's why it's so important for you to listen to this episode of our Regulation Through Movement series, where we explore how different types of movement help different brains find calm, focus, and become regulated. Some kids like fast movement like running or dancing, while others feel best with slow stretching, swinging, walking, or quiet solo movement. There is no "right" way to move your body. In this episode, you will also learn how to notice what kind of movement helps your mind, body, and emotions feel better, while giving yourself permission to try new moves too! This episode also encourages you to become that detective as you get curious about... Fast vs slow movement Solo (on your own) vs. movement with others Big energy activities vs. calming movements How movement changes how your body and brain feels Find what works for YOU! Key Take away: The best movement is the movement that helps YOU feel better overall! You do not have to move like everyone else. Your body is allowed to like what it likes! Let's build that unconditional confidence and name what works best for you! I would absolutely LOVE to hear from you! Visit my website www.katelynmabry.com to sign up for my newsletter, check out resources or reach out with future episode ideas! Love and appreciate each of you!!!

Did you know that sometimes the best reset is as simple as stepping outside!? It's true! How cool is that for me and you! In this episode of the regulation through movement series, we will explore how fresh air, nature, movement, and open space can help our ADHD brains find calm, feel more clear and more focused. You will learn that when your brain feels busy, overwhelmed, wiggly, or stuck, outside time can help your nervous system reset and recharge. Using the idea that "outside time helps your brain breath and reset," we talk about how even a few minutes outdoors can make a world of difference! We also use a fun metaphor that with help you understand: just like phones need to recharge when their battery is low- outside time is like plugging your brain back in! Key messages to lean into: Exploring how nature and fresh air can help the body and brain find calm. Outdoor movement can improve focus and emotions. Gamifying outside time, like naming the sounds that you hear in nuture! There are so many simple ways to get outside: Take a walk, run around house, swing, shoot hoops, sit in the sunshine, run, jump and stretch as you use your imagination with what you have outside! Pairing movement with fun helps regulation feel easier and more natural! Key Takeaway: Outside time isn't extra- it's a support for your brain and body that is a neccessity to thrive with a busy brain each day. This episode is a great reminder that you don't need to stay stuck when you feel overwhelmed. Sometimes the reset you need is waiting right outside the door! I would love to hear from you at www.katelynmabry.com and for you to gain more resources! Love you all and appreciate you being here! Have a blessed day!

Have you ever been told, "sit still," or "can't you just stop moving?" And you think, "my body needs to move!" If so, you are not alone and I have good news for you...YOU ARE RIGHT!! Your brain was made to move! This episode will jumpstart our series this month called "Regulating Through Movement." We will start by exploring a super important idea: Movement isn't a distraction- it's actually how the brain helps itself find focus , regulate and feel better . We will gently reframe our movement experience to shed the shame and shine a light on the benefits of movement. When you feel wiggly, restless, or simply overwhelmed, it's not a sign that something is wrong-it's a signal that your brain and body are trying to work together! Get your imagination caps on as we think about it like a shaken up soda bottle. Imagine energy and emotions building up inside the body, just like soda in a shaken bottle. Without a way to release that pressure, it can feel like everything might EXPLODE! Movement helps release that pressure little by little, making it easier to find calm, focus, and stay in control. Sitting still can feel especially hard for our busy ADHD brains. Movement supports your attention, emotional regulation, and helps you think more clearly by helping the brain organize what's going on inside! So let's just get started raising that self-awareness flag and notice your body signals- those early hints like fidgeting, bouncing legs, or restlessness-and start pausing to respond with movement instead of fighting against it. This exercises that self-awareness muscle and builds confidence in understanding what your body needs to succeed. You will take away simple, accessible ways to move throughtout the day, whether through small movements like stretching and tapping or bigger movements like jumping, dancing or walking! Key Takeaways: Movement is NOT a problem-It's a helpful brain tool to pull out of your toolbox. Feeling wiggly or restless is your body trying to help. Movement can improve focus, calm big emotions, and organize thinking. Sitting still can be challenging because the brain may need movement to function well. Listening to your body's signals is an important skill to exercise, Small or big movement can both make a difference. Your brain loves to move. Movement helps you feel better, find focus faster, and be the best version of yourself. This episode will empower you to understand your brain/body connection with compassion and curiosity. It will help you replace shame with confidence and see movement as a strength, not a struggle! Visit me at www.katelynmabry.com for more resources or to reach out with questions and future episode ideas! I would love to hear from you! Have a blessed day!

Do you feel your energy go up and down throughout the day!? Does this effect you in every way!? If you do, me too! Our energy often matches the many intense emotions we rollercoaste through in different situations and environments. In this episode, we will hear from communication and emotions expert, Elizabeth Sautter, who encourages us all to become energy detectives! When we can discover when our energy rises and falls, that's when we can truly discover the best tools and strategies to add to our toolbox. You can visit Elizabeth's website http://elizabethsautter.com for some incredible free resources, including a "Focus & Flow Workbook" (website + /focus-flow-toolkit) to track your energy and a daily regulation check in tool to use. You will also find a link to check out her most recent workshop replay to learn more about what it actually means to build emotional regulation and resilience! You can reach out to me at www.katelynmabry.com to stay connected or check out my resources too! Always here for you! Love you all!

Have you ever been told, "You are just being too sensitive!"? If so, you are absolutely not alone! In this final episode of our Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) series, we bring everything together by focusing on self-compassion and a powerful thought reframe: Your sensitivity is not a flaw-it's a strength! After learning what rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) is and how it can show up in your thoughts, feelings, and reactions, this episode will help you take the next step- understanding yourselves in a kinder, more empowering way. Instead of seeing big feelings as "too much," we explore what those feeling actually mean! Key Takeaways: Feeling deeply is NOT something to fix: You may feel more intensely, but that doesn't mean there is something is wrong with you, it means that you care deeply!!! That's beautiful gift! Sensitivity and empathy often go together: Yes, our ADHD brains often feel things strongly: However, we are also incredibly empathetic, aware of others emotions, and passionate about fairness, kindness and connection . These are powerful strengths! RSD awareness gives you power-not labels: Understanding RSD helps you recognize what's happening in your brain so that you can respond with more control and self-compassion. It's all about gaining the tools for your toolbox to help your thrive in your thoughts and emotions day by day! You can learn to pause and name what's happening : When those big feelings strike, practicing skills like pausing, intentional deep breathing, and naming the emotion can help you respond with control instead of reacting right away. Mistakes and criticism don't define you: Everyone makes mistakes. What matters is how you respond to them. Failure is fuel- and rememebering that your worth isn't based on the moment or a feeling...your thoughts aren't always telling you the whole story! Put your imagination caps on and visualize your emotions like a volume dial on a speaker. Sometimes you feel like the volume is turned up to a 8,9, or even a 10! The goal isn't to turn the volume off, it's to learn how to gently adjust it! With practice and continued self-awareness, you will begin to notice when your volume is getting too loud and use your tools to bring it down to a level that feels more manageable! Remember this... You are NOT "too sensitive." You are someone who feels deeply, and with the right tools, that sensitivity becomes one of your greatest strengths-helping you connect, care, and understand the world in a powerful way! Thank you so much for joining me on this journey toward learning more about naming and combatting RSD in a mighty way! Reach out to me at www.katelynmabry.com to reach out to learn more about 1:1 coaching as a means to dive deeper into exercising these skills with a coach that can help! I would also love to hear from you if there is a episode topic idea you'd like to share too! If you are overwhelmed NOW and would love a masterclass to help you explore next steps, click to register now for "Navigating ADHD Chaos," lead by master ADHD Coach, Tyler Dorsey, who is also the founder of Focus Forward ADHD Coaching. You will walk away from this 5-day masterclass with a deeper understanding of what's going on beneath the surface of the behavior seen, why things feel so hard, and what true progress looks like. You will also leave with a renewed hope and a clearer path forward for you and your family! You don't want to miss it! I hope you all have a wonderful rest of your day! Love and appreciate you all! I look forward to being with you again next week as we explore all that ADHD energy!!!