Journey With Me Through ADHD: A podcast for kids

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!! 
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