Journey With Me Through ADHD: A podcast for kids

Hey friends! What if your house is tryingb to tell you something? Have you ever walked past the same Lego or bracelet beads again and again? Your eyes saw it...BUT somehow your brain didn't send the message: " Hey! Someone should probably pick that up!"
That's because seeing something and noticing something are two completely different things, especially for an ADHD brain. 
In this episode, my 10-year-old daughter and I are taking you on a little detective mission around your own home. Because our spaces are consistantly giving us information. 
The backpack by the door. The pile on the counter. The shoes in the hallway. The beads on the floor. But sometimes, epecially with ADHD, our brains get really good at tuning those things out. It doesn't mean you are lazy. It doesn't mean you don't care. And it definitely doesn't mean something is wrong with us. We are just still learning the skill of noticing in different ways. 
I also want to help you discover something really cool about your ADHD brain. The same brain that can completely tune out a pile of stuff might notice the tiniest detail that everyone else missed. Your brain isn't bad at noticing. Your brain may just notice differently. 
So in this episode, we're going to put on our imaginary detective hats and learn how to tune back in to what our spaces are telling us- without turning it into a giant shame spiral. My daughter and I share why noticing has to come before organizing and how we can practice awareness in a way that feels kind, doable, and actually helpful. 
The clues are already there. You just have to learn how to look for them. 
I hope you walk away remembering this:
Your space is giving your information all the time.
If you don't notice it right away, that isn't a character flaw.
Noticing is a skill and skills can grow! 
So grab your detective hat, look around your space, and let's see what your ADHD brain discovers. Because you might be surprised by just how good your brain really finding clues!
You don't want to miss the incredible event our podcast sponsor as coming up! If you can understand ADHD, but still feel stuck when the student in front of you is struggling, this FREE Q & A is for YOU. How do you help them get started without constantly reminding them? Why doesn't an organization system ever seem to stick? How do you help them become more independent without doing everything for them?
On September 17th, ADHD coach and former special education administratior Brooke Schnittman @coachingwithbrooke is hosting a FREE live Q &A for parents, educators, coaches, and professionals who want REAL answers to those questions. Brooke will also share more about her 3C Activation ADHD Coach Training, which teaches you how to support students ages 8-25 with executive functioning, motivation, organization, time management, studying, emotional regulation, self-advocacy, and more.
If you support a student with ADHD and want to know what to actually DO, join us!! Register today at www.bit.ly/journey3C
You can also sign up for my monthly newsletter @ www.katelynmabry.com and follow for more resources! I hope to hear from you! Have a blessed day!

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! 
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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!!