ADHD Essentials

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Robbin Miller. Robbin is a mother with ADHD of a child with ADHD. She’s also a licensed mental health clinician, a college academic coach, and the author of a children’s book about early intervention playgroups. We talk about early markers for ADHD, the steps Robbin has been taking to support her son ever since he was an infant, and the challenges she helps her college students with. Blatant Plug: I’ll be a part of the 9th Annual Online ADHD Awareness Expo taking place throughout the month of October. My topic - "3 Ways to Communicate with Your ADHD Child Besides Talking"! Register at https://www.adhdexpo.com/adhdessentials to let them know I sent you. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Robbin’s journey in adopting her son Early intervention Playgroups Markers for ADHD Robbin’s experience with ADHD testing How Robbin supports her son Setting rewards and limits Household responsibilities The importance of thinking twice Tips for College “It has to be on their terms” Robbin’s book, “Playgroup Time” ADHD, Emotions, and taking a break Guest Links: Robbin’s book: “Playgroup Time” on Amazon. ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] Join Our Facebook Community

Adam Wilson is the creator of Calmer Con. An event he developed to help kids with sensory needs experience the thrill of a comic book convention, without the overwhelm. Adam’s son is on the spectrum, so at it’s core, Calmer Con is a mission of love for him. And Calmer Con's first convention was great. I know, becasue I was there! (And yes, I realize this show is supposed to be about ADHD, but I tend to think of autism as sort of a cousin to ADHD, and many of the challenges are similar. Not to mention, Adam’s story is so good that I just had to have him on.) In this episode we’ll look at the struggles of parents who’s kids can be overwhelmed by sensory input, discuss the importance of acceptance, and maybe, just maybe, find the inspiration to do something big! 9thAnnual Online ADHD Awareness Expo Plug: The 9thAnnual Online ADHD Awareness Expo will take place throughout the month of October. And I’ll be a part of it. My topic is 3 Ways to Communicate with Your ADHD Child Besides Talking. Register at https://www.adhdexpo.com/adhdessentialsto let them know I sent you. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Adam’s goals for Calmer Con How Adam created Calmer Con Connecting to a child with autism Sensory challenges and the movies The value of talking to experts Why paraprofessional educators / teacher aides are amazing! The Overstimulation/Anxiety Spiral Different types of meltdowns The Tale of Logan and the Ocelot Sacrificing things you love to make something more important How Adam workshopped elements of the convention Star Wars Skill Drills you can do at home! Evolving Calmer Con to better serve parents The importance of opportunities for social interaction The power of acceptance Guest Links: Learn more about Calm Passion and Calmer Con Check out the Calm Passion Facebook Page ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] Join Our Facebook Community

Dr. Saline is a licensed, clinical psychologist, who guides families from the maze of emotions, conflict and stress related to ADHD, toward successful dialog, interventions and connection. Today, we're talking about her new book, What Your ADHD Child Wises You Knew. There are many things that I liked about this book. But what I loved about it, is the way it’s framed. Quotes and brief, personal stories from kids with ADHD are sprinkled throughout, to help us better understand the impact ADHD has on them, and, as you’ll hear, Dr. Saline does not shy away from addressing the emotional impact of ADHD. I greatly enjoyed my conversation with Dr. Saline, and look forward to having more. I'm certain she'll be back. Shameless ADHD Essentials Facebook Community Plug: Join the ADHD Essentials Facebook Community. Connect with other parents affected by ADHD, get tips on how to manage the disorder, and keep up to date on ADHD Essentials. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Dr. Saline’s family history with ADHD Solving the right problem, and starting with the problems that overlap Managing technology & your child The importance of getting your kid’s buy-in Dr. Saline’s Five C’s of Parenting Kids with ADHD: self-Control, Compassion, Collaboration, Consistency, Celebration The Importance of Bids in relationships Shame & ADHD Positive vs. Negative Statements Pointing it out when our kids meet our expectations Bedtime conversations ADHD & Friendships Strength-based thinking & Attentive Awareness The vulnerability of ADHD Guest Links: Dr. Sharon Saline’s Website Dr. Sharon Saline on Facebook Dr. Sharon Saline on Twitter Buy “What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew”. ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] Join Our Facebook Community

I’m pretty jazzed about this episode. One of my goals at the start of this podcast was to get Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants on the show. Well, Mission Accomplished! Today’s the day that episode drops. Dav only had about 15 minutes to talk, and was gracious enough to include my sons. That's right, not only is Dav on the show, but I got to share the mic with my boys for this one! We recorded last week, and by coincidence, they were home from school due to teacher training. Which is awesome because they’re the reason I pursued getting him on in the first place. I am grateful to Dav and his team for helping to make this episode happen. It will always have a special place for me. That said... SHAMELESS PLUG: Regitration fo the On-Line Parent Coaching Groups Ends on MONDAY! The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups will run two sessions. One will be on Mondays & Wednesdays at 5:30pm EST and the other session will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12pm, EST. They run for seven weeks beginning the week on September 16th. Go to https://www.adhdessentials.com/sign-up/to sign up for a free 15-20 minute prescreening call to see if the groups are right for you! Or go to https://www.adhdessentials.com/parentgroups/ for more information. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Dav’s childhood with ADHD & dyslexia Dav’s struggles in school How Dav’s parents responded to him having ADHD How comics influenced Dav growing up The Secret Origin of Captain Underpants The Secret Origin of DogMan ADHD & Creativity Seeing ADHD as a gift & a different way of thinking Guest Links: Learn more about Dav at www.scholastic.com/pilkeypower. Get Dav’s new book, Dogman: Lord of the Fleas athttps://www.scholastic.com/kids/book/lord-of-the-fleas-by-dav-pilkey/ ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at [email protected] Join Our Facebook Community

Today's episode is short and sweet. I'm flying solo, and talking about the role dopamine plays in ADHD. I hope you find an insight or two in it! Shameless ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Ad: The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays for seven weeks, from Tuesday September 18th through Thursday, November 1st. Go to https://www.adhdessentials.com/parentgroups/ for a free 15-20 minute prescreening call to see if its right for you! In Today’s Episode We Discuss: What is the role of dopamine in ADHD? What the heck is a Dopamine Hunt!?! ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Homepage Email Brendan at [email protected] Join Our Facebook Community

It was an honor to interview Joyce Kubik for the pod. Joyce is a mother with ADHD of kids with ADHD. (In fact, her kids are now grown, and have ADHD kids of their own!) Joyce is also ADHD coach. Indeed, she was among the first. Hers are the shoulders that so many of us stand on when doing this work. She is a pioneer in the industry. And she shares her story, and some of her pioneering work with us in this episode. Shameless ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups Ad: The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays for seven weeks, from Tuesday September 18th through Thursday, November 1st. Go to https://www.adhdessentials.com/parentgroups/ for a free 15-20 minute prescreening call to see if its right for you! In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Joyce’s life with ADHD. Growing up with ADHD in the 50s & 60s Living with an alcoholic father Joyce’s journey of self-discovery Learning about ADHD from an episode of 20/20 in 1993 ADHD Misdiagnosis The importance of accurate descriptions of ADHD symptoms ADHD & Reading Using color to help study & remember content Joyce’s Bridge Model for ADHD ADHD & Memory Struggling to graduate from college Academic tips for students Getting results in a unique way Doing things the ADHD way Parenting in “rescue mode” Being a parent with ADHD of kids with ADHD Why ADHD kids interrupt How to have a calmer dinner Guest Links: Email Joyce at [email protected] Visit her Website:joycekubik.com Joyce’s memoir, “Unraveling ADHD”, can be bought on Amazon or at https://www.joycekubik.com/books-dvds/ ADHD Essentials Links: Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Homepage Email Brendan at [email protected] Join Our Facebook Community

Today, we’re talking to Linda Roggli and Diane Dempster about the ADHD Parents Palooza, which will run next week, from August 20thto the 25th. The ADHD Parents Palooza brings together many of the most well-known experts on ADHD to talk about parenting our complex kids. Guests include Dr. Russell Barkley, Ned Hallowell, and Jessica McCabe. I wasn’t able to be a part of the Parents Palooza this time, but I hope to participate next year. I’ll be in the audience with those of you who attend, though. And if you need help implementing the things you during the Palooza, the ADHD Essentials Parenting Coaching Groups are a great place to get that support. The next session starts in September. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: The goals of the ADHD Parent Palooza The topics that will be discussed at the ADHD Parent Palooza Russell Barkley, Grand-Parenting, & ADHD The Guest Experts who are involved Where to find the Palooza How to avoid being overwhelmed by the all of the information of the Palooza The value parent coaching Guest Links The ADHD Parents Palooza Linda Roggli, the ADD Diva Diane Dempster & Elaine Taylor-Claus's Impact ADD ADHD Essentials Links Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups ADHD Essentials Homepage Email Brendan

Today, we’re talking to Melissa Carriveau. She's a Master’s Level Certified Special Education Teacher with almost 25 years of experience. She has been an doing special education consulting for nearly 20 years with both school districts and individual families. She was trained through the Federation of Children with Special Needs and through Wrightslaw. She is also a special education surrogate parent and the parent of a child with special needs. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: What is a Special Education Advocate? What should we look for in an advocate? How best to communicate with schools Assuming everyone is there for the right reasons. How to navigate IEP & 504 Meetings The importance of documentation Keeping communication child centered You’re a good parent. Schools aren’t judging you. Mourning the kid you didn’t have. Why you shouldn’t sign anything at a team meeting Team meetings are a negotiation Getting your kid’s year started on the right foot with meetings & letters Supports vs. Accommodations in school 504s vs. IEPs Typical ADHD Accommodations How to find an advocate What an advocate needs from you The importance od paperwork & documentation Links and Such: Our Guest: Find Melissa on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BayStateAdvocacy Or email her at [email protected] ADHD Essentials: ADHD Essentials Website ADHD Essentials Facebook Community Email Brendan at [email protected]

This is a powerful one. Diann Wingert, LCSW shares her journey with ADHD. It's a tale the encompasses her professional work and her role in her family, and mirrors our modern undernstanding of ADHD. She shares her struggles, uncertainty, successes, and growth. Diann Wingert is a coach and psychotherapist on a mission to help others achieve their true potential through radical self acceptance, leveraging their strengths and creating an ADHD friendly business and life. She helps creative entrepreneurs and self-employed professionals overcome their struggles with procrastination, perfectionism and people pleasing. Find Diann at www.diannwingertcoaching.com. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: What counted as ADHD in the early to mid-90s and how still that colors views today How our understanding of ADHD has evolved The patterns of ADHD across generations How a child’s diagnosis might affect their parents ADHD & Trauma Why people with ADHD might not get diagnosed until college The rainbow of colors of ADHD What ADHD adds to our parenting Empathic Time Travel Blame vs. Responsibility The transition from parenting children to parenting adults The echoes of WWII (Wait… What!?!) Radical Self-Acceptance Links and Such: From Our Guest: www.diannwingertcoaching.com From Our Host: ADHD Essentials Website ADHD Essentials Facebook Group

On the pod today is Meg Flannagan of MilKids. Meg is a former teacher turned education consultant. She’s a military wife, and she started MilKids to support military families, but it has since grown into a flourishing education blog. She’s also the author of “Talk to the Teacher”. Her book is an outstanding resource for ADHD parents because of the sheer amount of structure it provides around communicating with school. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Similarities between Questions to ask when homework takes too long How long homework should take Homework strategies The lack of breaks and time to move for kids in school Heavy Screen Use at School Assigning playtime for homework Navigating homework resistance #1 Teaching Secret: Kahn Academy How to effectively communicate with teachers “New” Math is in Puberty School in Japan vs. America How the book supports school communication record keeping What to do if the parent/teacher relationship becomes adversarial Ways to keep the parent/teacher relationship from becoming adversarial Links and Such: From Our Guest The MilKids Website The MilKids Facebook Page From the Episode: ADHD Essentials Episode 8 on brain breaks w/Steph Letourneau "What Teachers Make" slam poetry by Taylor Mali From Your Host: ADHD Essentials Website ADHD Essentials Facebook Group

Disclaimer: Part of today’s show includes our guest sharing a time of struggle, when she considered ending her life. Obviously she didn’t, and we spend the majority of the episode on other topics, including some of the strategies she used to move past that stage, and being a mom with ADHD. But I want to be mindful of my listeners, so I’m telling you in advance. That said, I also recognize that shying away from such topics doesn’t help anyone. People consider suicide when their emotional pain overwhelms their coping resources, often when they are in the depths of depression. If you, or someone you know, is considering suicide: Please call the national suicide hotline at 1-800-273-8255. Text “HOME” to 741741 Or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org This is episode 29. Today, I’m talking to talking my friend, Kat. Kat is a single mother with ADHD, whose child is neurotypical. She is among the strongest people I know. In this episode, Kat tells us about her journey with ADHD and depression. Along the way, she’ll share why she initially found her ADHD diagnosis to be so devastating, her 3 Ts of Thought, tips on co-parenting, and, of course, her love for her son. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Kat’s Journey with ADHD & Depression Kat’s Three Ts of Thought and how they have helped her Getting help for suicidal ideation The moralization of ADHD and how it impacts ADHDers Divorce How shame can affect friendships The wrong way to tell your kids they have ADHD Being a mom with ADHD of a neurotypical son The Cult of Being Busy

In this episode, I talk to talking to Katelynn Shea and Stephanie Kozlowski of Dynamy Internship Year. Katelynn is the Director of Admissions at Dynamy, and Stephanie is the Business Manager and Onsite Coordinator for USA Gap Year Fairs. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: What is a Gap Year? The benefits of taking a Gap Year for kids with ADHD How Dynamy develops executive function skills Navigating the area between structure and independence The value of natural consequences The value of participating in an internship (perhaps one in blacksmithing?) How Gap Years help kids who are college bound, but not college ready Why colleges like kids who take Gap Years How Gap Years help students make better career choices Finding a good Gap Program with Gap Matcher The USA Gap Year Fairs Links and Such: Learn more about USA Gap Year Fairs here: www.USAGapYearFairs.org Learn more about Dynamy here: www.dynamy.org Take the Gap Matcher Quiz here: https://gapmatcher.com Contact Katelynn Shea at [email protected] Contact Katelynn Kozlowski at [email protected] And, as always, you can learn more about ADHD Essentials at: www.ADHDessentials.com. Contact me at [email protected].

Episode 27 features Richard Podgur. Richard is a music teacher in private practice. He teaches all ages, toddlers on adulthood, but specializes in teaching kids with ADHD. As I spoke to him I was struck by just how much Richard’s approach to teaching and managing kids with ADHD applied to situations beyond the teaching of music. I think you’ll find many of the ideas discussed in today’s episode useful at home. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: Getting kids to practice Time as the great limiting factor Shame and ADHD Taking in the view from a mile up Why ukuleles are better than guitars The importance of creativity and imagination Why kids with ADHD love music Ways to manage kids with ADHD How to help kids struggle through the early learning stages As usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. Email any questions you have to [email protected].

Today's episode is a bit different. The kids are home from school, I'm launching my first coaching groups, and I get to spend all day Friday driving out of state to visit the in-laws. So, time has been limited this week. As a result, rather than posting an interview, I'd discussing the challenges of ADHD as it relates to time. I hope you enjoy it. We will return to our ususal interview format next week! In Today’s Episode We Discuss: The difficulty folks with ADHD have with time awareness The role shortened time horizons play in goal setting and doing things last minute How long it takes your humble host to mow his lawn And why he timed it to find out.

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Jack Gantos. Jack is the author of the Joey Pigza book series, about a boy who has ADHD. The first book of which, Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key, is a National Book Award Finalist, and celebrates it’s 20thanniversary this year. Learn more about Jack, and all of his books at http://www.jackgantos.com. In Today’s Episode We Discuss: A spolier-free overview of the Joey Pigza books. Why writing the books was a labor of love for Jack. How things have changed for kids with ADHD over the past 20 years. Rambling childhoods. The value of Audiobooks. Registration for the ADHD Parenting groups closes on Monday, June 25th! To learn more,and get on the registration list, go to www.ADHDessentials/parentgroups.

In today’s episode, we get to learn from James Garrett of Brain By Design. James has been studying and teaching about the brain for over a decade. He’s passionate about turning this academic knowledge about the brain into practical tools that anyone can use. And today, he’s doing it through the lens on ADHD! In Today’s Episode: The Four Qualities of restorative activities. The important role that resting (and recess!) plays in performance. Why tablets, phones, & TV exhaust our mental resources. Managing the pull of our phones. And nutrient rich boredom. James can be found at https://www.brainbydesign.com. Also,Stephanie Letourneau from episode 8 is trying to build a curriculum on Mindfulness for her third grade classroom. Click Here for her Donors Choose page. And, if you're interested in the upcoming ADHD Essentials Parent Coaching Groups, registration closes on June 25th. So now's the time to register. Here's a link to the ADHD Essentials Parent Coaching Groups information page if you want to know more.

Meg is surrounded by ADHD! But she works in the theater, so she can handle it. In today’s episode, we discuss: Why extended family dinners make it hard for kids to eat How to get younger kids to eat a more varied diet How letting go of control can help you maintain it Why theater is a good choice for middle and high school kids with ADHD Skills kids learn doing theater And transitions Want to learn more aobut the ADHD Essentials parent coaching groups? Go to www.ADHDessentials.com/parentgroups. Or join by emailing me at [email protected]. Registration for the Parent Coaching Groups closes on Monday, June 25th.

The ADHD Parenting groups are filling up! Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Twice a week, for six weeks, we’ll be looking at ADHD parenting through the themes of structure and systems, communication, emotions, self-care, connection, and questions. We’ll strategize ways to make mornings smoother, compliance easier, and conversations deeper. Space is limited! Email me today to save a spot! [email protected] My Guest today is Ryan McRae. The ADHD Nerd! Ryan is a former residence director, and taught freshmen how to succeed in college. With so many kids getting ready to take that step, I thought we’d get out ahead of it! But don’t be fooled. The tips in today’s episode apply to all ages, elementary school through adulthood! We talk about why high school is a restaurant and college is a buffet, strategies for organizing a calendar, how to get more reading in, and the value of an emergency productivity kit! Ryan can be found at his blog, www.theADHDnerd.com, dedicated to helping people be more productive, successful and happy. And if you go to www.theADHDnerd.com/essentials, you’ll find a free book waiting for you: 4 Apps to Help You Focus.

This might be a controversial one! We’re talking homeschooling. As you know, I’m a proponent of the public schools. But that doesn’t mean I’m going to ignore the segment of the population that feels homeschooling is a better option for their kids with ADHD. To that end, in this episode, I am talking to Samatha MacLeod. Samantha is the mother of five kids, three of whom have ADHD. Which, as you will learn in the episode, is part of what led her to homeschooling. Samantha’s story is a compelling one. She describes the various trials and tribulations her family has faced in recent years, and how they confronted each with support for each other, a thirst for knowledge, and a great deal of resilience. She also talks about the missteps and false starts that she took on her road to learning how best to serve her kids by homeschooling. And how she managed to overcome them, and give her kids the support they needed in order to succeed. Samantha can be found on YouTube at Creatively Misaligned Homeschool where she vlogs about her experiences parenting and homeschooling her kids with ADHD and Dyslexia. When not engaged in running a business, politics, her community, vlogging or homeschooling, Samantha also knits and makes mead. She lives in Calgary Alberta, with her spouse, 5 kids (ages 15, 12, 12, 7, and 5),and 2 dogs. Samantha’sYouTube channel, Creatively Misaligned, can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIlARNCwbn5xvG3VyDoG0EA?view_as=subscriber Samantha is a scheduled speaker at Inspired Calgary in September, 2018: http://inspiredcalgary.com/speakers/ Want to join the ADHD Essentials Parent Coaching Groups? Registration opened this week! Email me at [email protected] to learn more! And as usual, you can find me at www.ADHDessentials.com. Drop on by!

We've all gotten stuck in the pattern of speaking to our kids in a way that is loud and too fast. Especailly when the frustration and anxiety spike. In this episode, voice coach Tracy Goodwin talks to us about how to break that cycle, and teaches us new ways to think about using our voice as a pareting tool so we can move beyond yelling. Tracy Goodwin is a voice coach and owner of Captivate the Room. Over the last 25 plus years Tracy has coached hundreds of people around the globe on how to step into their voice power, sound more confident, heal their voice story, free their voice and make an impact with their message. Parents included. Tracy can be found at www.captivatetheroom.com. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. Let me know how you're using your voice by emailing me at [email protected]. And if you'd like to be in the upcoming coaching groups, the email above is good for that too! Regitration starts this Monday, 5/21/18.

Rich Shramm is a dad who has ADHD, whose kids also have ADHD. Turns out, there's an app for that. Because Rich created the iGotThis app. As Rich says, "iGotThis is a task-focused, life management solution". It helps kids build their self-esteem by supporting their success. And, helps parents monitor and support their kids through life’s daily productivity challenges. We discuss how the app supports kids in staying on track, and helps parents keep track of things. (It can even help you plan for things that are a year away!) But this episode is about more than the app. We also discuss the emotional impact ADHD can have on those who have it (even if we don’t call it the Wall of Awful), how small failures can lock up our kids’ potential, and how breaking tasks into smaller chunks supports success. This is not a commerical. I was not compensated in any way for this episode. I just wanted to share an exciting new tool with you. Learn more about iGot This by going to their website, https://www.iGotThis.com/ If you dig it, sign up for a FREE 15 day trial at https://www.iGotThis.com/signup. Once you've signed up , you can download the free app from the Apple app store or Google Play store and sign in with your newly created account. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. Let me know what you thnk of today's episode by emailing me at [email protected]. And if you'd like to be in the upcoming coaching groups, the email above is good for that too!

Chandler Creedon is a veteran educator with over 40 years of experience, working as a school psychologist, counselor, and college professor. He’s also a former professor of mine, and one of my mentors. It was an honor to have him on the show. Learn more about today's show at http://www.adhdessentials.com/whats-skill-set-thats-missing/ I'm going to be launching ADHD parent coaching groups soon. If you're interested, email me here: [email protected]. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com.

It was great to get to talk to my friend Kate Barrett again. I know her from the ADHD coaching world. She's the founding coach of Coaching CVilleout of Charlottesville, VA, as well as the mother of sons and the wife of a husband who have ADHD. Her love for her family really shines through in this episode, and her coaching skills do as well. If you're in the Charlottesville, VA area, and need a coach, I encourage you to reach out to Kate. In today's episode, she shares only shares a few of her coaching strategies, but I'm sure they'll be a huge help. We talk about treating ADHD issues as a symptom of a problem, rather than a problem in themselves, the value of ownership, and how to manage your non-ADHD kid, if the kid with ADHD tends to get more of the focus. Kate can be found at https://coachingcville.com. As usual, fee free to email me at [email protected]. And the website is www.ADHDessentials.com. Enjoy the show!

In this episode, I'm talking exercise and fitness, while battlnig a cold! Gabriel Villarreal is the owner of ADHD Counseling in the Roanoke Valley, as well as a strenth and conditioning coach. It's that latter bit that we focus on in the episode. We talk about the importance of struggling, growth from failure, and the neurological benefits of exercise for the ADHD brain. (Though, that doesn't coem unitl the end.) Gabriel was great to talk to, and you can be sure he's going to come back. Both on and off the air we noticed that there were many intersting places for us to go in futire episodes. I expect he'll become a "friend of the show". Learn more about Gabriel at www.RoanokeADHD.com. Or find him on his Facebook page. Or just email him at [email protected]. And as usual, I can be reached at [email protected]. And the episode website is http://www.adhdessentials.com/podcast-16-struggle-makes-us-stronger-gabriel-villarreal-strength-condition-coach-mental-health-counselor-specialized-adhd/ Enjoy the show!

Marina Darlow from Vision Framework visits us to talk about how creating systems can benefit families affected by ADHD, as well as what makes for a good system. We aslo discuss wanting to do good by your family, the characteristics of a good system, the benefits of having good systems, managing time vs. managing energy, and the value of transition rituals. You can learn more about Marina at www.vision-framework.com or at the following social media links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VisionFramework/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/VisionFramework/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marinadarlow/ Find more indepth show notes, and some free gifts from Maria, here: http://www.adhdessentials.com/podcast-15-adhd-friendly-systems-household/ And as usual, I can be reached at [email protected]. Enjoy the show!

In today's episode, I get to talk to Denielle Stasa, a middle school English teacher, and former co-worker of mine. Denielle has flipped her classroom. Her students watch instructional videos she’s created for them at home for homework, and then apply the lessons by doing the work in class with her where she can better support them, and monitor their progress. We talka bout how she flipped her classroom, the benefit of focusing on the process, and how success in writing leads to success in reading for her students. There's lots of important ideas in here that can be readily applied both at home and at school. Oh, and I finally describe the Wall of Awful. I'm going to be launching ADHD parent coaching groups soon. If you're interested, email me here: [email protected]. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com.

Kimberly has a son diagnosed with ADHD, and she sees that diagnosis as a manual to help her better understand how to help him succeed. Over the course of the interview, she shares her son's passions and struggles, as well as the things she has learned as a result of their family's journey. Kimberly has some amazing stories about her son, including the challenge of her son's Geography test, his misadventures with his grandfather, and the various entrepreneurial ventures he's been pursuing in his quest for a Tesla. Let me know what you think of today's episode by emailing me at [email protected]. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. P.S. You can find The Jordan Harbinger Show here.

Today's episode is a bit different. Due to the recent snow storms, and an exceptionally busy month, I don't have the 6-8 hours needed to edit a full interview. In today's episode, I go back to my English teacher roots, and blend them with my ADHD coach skills to create something short, sweet, and actionable. I hope you enjoy it. We're looking at the struggle that comes about for those of us with ADHD when the "barrier for entry" is too high, and thinking about how we can reduce those barriers. Oh, and I read an original poem. (I promise it all makes sense.) Let me know about your expereicnes/struggles with barriers to entry, and how you're overcome them at [email protected]. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. A copy of the poem in today's episode can be found here: http://www.adhdessentials.com/barriertoentrypoem/

In today’s episode, I talk to Jessica. She ahs ADHD, her husband ahs ADHD, and one of her two sons also has ADHD. Like many good ADHDers, Jessica has thrown out the rulebook for how things are “supposed to be done”, and is doing what works instead. As a family, they’ve built a foundation of mutual respect, and they address problems head on. They don’t play games, or hold grudges, and it’s clearly working for them. We talk about ADHD at home, in school, and in sewing class. And Jessica shares stories about her dad’s lack of a filter, her own time in high school, and why little boys and living plants don’t mix. Let me know what you think of today's episode by emailing me at [email protected]. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. Show Notes: http://www.adhdessentials.com/podcast-11-building-foundation-respect-jessica-adhd-mom/

Today’s episode is a conversation with my friend Eric Tivers. Eric is an ADHD coach, and licensed clinical social worker. He’s the host of the ADHD reWired podcast, and runs the ADHD reWired adult coaching groups. But in this episode, he’s talking as a dad who has ADHD, parenting a thrice-exceptional child who is gifted, and who has autism and ADHD. We discuss the challenges of transferring skills from work to home, the role sensory stimulation plays in his life, including how overwhelming it can be, and he tells the epic tale of cleaning crayons out of his dryer. Eric can be found at www.ADHDreWired.com. You can learn more about his coaching groups at www.coachingreWired.com. And the reWired podcast can be found at www.ADHDreWired.com/podcast Let me know what you think of today's episode by emailing me at [email protected]. As usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. Show Notes 2:03 Hardest job he’s ever had 3:15 Son doesn’t know why he did, Dad doesn’t know why he didn’t 3:43 Planning and being “on” as dad 3:59 Son has always needed/gotten less sleep 4:34 Transitioning is hard because Eric is “state-based” 6:05 Getting home after son is in bed 6:44 Working on shifting gears 6:54 Adulting is hard 7:10 Making a dentist appointment 7:32 “ADHD is frustrating and comical at the same time.” 7:43 “…and I’m responsible for a life!” 8:13 Eric is grateful for wife and her acceptance of his ADHD 9:09 “Acceptance grows when gratitude shows up.” 9:23 Phone calls are hard 10:29 Supportive spouses supplying strategies 11:09 Filling tires and taking Adderall 11:55 The struggle to bring successful work strategies home 12:12 Environmentally-based to-do lists 12:37 Dad needs checklists and reminders for homework, too! 13:09 On the transfer of concepts from one environment to another 14:02 Generalization of concepts 14:11 Stepping back professionally from Autism work 15:24 Uncarved pumpkins 16:04 Needing a plan at home as well as at work 16:38 On trying to remember names 17:29 How to fake it when you forget a teacher’s name 18:23 Wild wife memory skills 19:00 Eric the hippy 19:21 Never enough time 20:10 Fluff only after 8pm 21:12 “Dishwasher moments” 22:04 Wandering assumptions 22:32 Undermined at the gym 23:12 Father and son podcasts and projects 23:46 Creating space for son to “let him be him” 24:05 Potty humor 24:33 Son is linguistically gifted 26:13 On Pokemon 28:05 On wrestling and rough play 28:40 Activate Zerbert-Tron 29:21 Teaching boundaries and body respect 30:13 The power and challenge of reassuring hugs 30:55 Eric opens his parenting toolbox 31:05 The row your boat strategy 31:29 Developing cues to breathe deeply 32:36 Meet them where they are, and start with sensory needs 33:40 Teach self-regulation strategies 34:45 Give Feedback with self-esteem in mind 35:42 X-Ray blankets and dentist nerves 36:14 Family visits and sensory overwhelm 37:45 Ending Essentials 38:46 Eric’s not-so proud parenting moments 42:37 Wrap-up

I had a blast talking to my friend Dr. Kirsten Milliken. We started off doing an episode for her show, Your ADHD Life, and wrapped up with this episode of ADHD Essentials. Kirsten is a psychologist, a mother (with ADHD) of two boys (one with ADHD, one without), and an ADHD coach! So there was a lot to talk about. In today’s episode, we discuss about her journey to getting an ADHD diagnosis as an adult, her book PlayDHD, and the importance of learning how to pause when moments get heated. She also indulged me as I told her about a scavenger hunt I created for my boys that was inspired by her work. There’s a lot in this one. I hope you enjoy it! Dr. Kirsten Milliken can be found at YourADHDLife.com. Her book, PlayDHD, can be found here. And you can contact her here. Let me know what you think of today's episode by emailing me at [email protected]. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. My blog post on how I created the scavenger hunt is here. Show Notes 2:06 How Dr. Kirsten became diagnosed with ADHD 4:07 Missing signs of ADHD because you’re too close to them 5:11 The “ah-ha” moment of diagnosis 6:18 Professionals who “get” ADHD tend to have ADHD 6:49 Not all clinicians understand ADHD at a deep enough level 7:45 ADHD is a matter of degree 8:30 Does our distracted culture make it harder to prove ADHD is valid? 8:58 Yes. Unless you have a good metaphor 9:31 ADHD, asthma, and our distracted culture 11:23 Going back to Dr. Kirsten as a parent 11:38 ADHD adds a lot of fun! 12:01 Folks with ADHD can be frustrating for nonADHDers 12:52 Oftentimes strong emotions spread from mm to son, and vice versa 13:15 Wanting things to be better for our kids 14:03 The emotional challenges of ADHD 14:31 The movie “Up” gets Oliver down 14:58 “As a parent, I wanna fix that!” 15:17 Uncomfortable emotions mean you care 15:49 The challenge of being less emotionally reactive 16:04 Naming our emotions helps us control them 16:27 They’re not trying to upset us 16:56 “This is” vs. “You are” 17:04 PlayDHD 17:45 Brendan and Kirsten’s first meeting 18:28 Using play to help kids manage ADHD 19:18 The link between ADHD and play 20:01 What the doc means by play 21:03 Using play to help kids clean their room 23:00 Kirsten inspires Brendan’s scavenger hunt 23:53 The clues built the skills 25:05 Addressing social emotional needs with the hunt 26:41 You can use play to teach lids things 27:02 There’s a reason kids with ADHD can be class clowns. 27:16 “Just a doctor” 28:01 Coaching is the best model for treating ADHD 28:15 Coaching vs. Therapy 28:44 Therapy is about “fixing” yourself 29:19 Coaching is about where you want to go 30:41 Your ADHD Life 32:36 If you understand, you can help 32:47 Ending Essential 34:13 Managing the pause 35:58 Finding the pause after the reaction 37:41 Modeling the pause

On one of the recent snow days, I sent a message to my friend Stephanie Letourneau and asked if she’d let me interview her for the podcast. She agreed, and I’m glad she did. What followed was an excellent discussion about helping our kids break down tasks, manage their emotions, and feel included. Another topic we discuss is the challenging shift that occurs between 2nd and 3rd grade. This type of shift also happens between 3rd and 4th grade, and during the transitions from elementary to middle school, middle school to high school, and from high school to college. So, although the strategies Stephanie shares come from the perspective of a third grade classroom, they can be adapted across grade and age levels, and used both in school, and at home. If you need any help adapting the ideas in this episode, feel free to contact me at [email protected]. And, as usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. Show Notes: 2:05 Why the transition from 2nd to 3rd grade is hard for students and for Stephanie 4:06 How the transition affects ADHD students 4:44 Learning to read vs. Reading to learn 6:43 Summer regression 7:06 Smash the Task! 7:13 The value of starting slow 8:08 Smash the Task Part II 9:57 One task at a time with clear instructions 10:16 Two kids with ADHD: One’s done, the other hasn’t started. 11:04 Brendan tries to translate the tips hiding in the story 13:10 Writing is thinking 13:45 Choice helps with engagement 14:44 But too much choice can be overwhelming 15:55 Know your kid’s learning styles 16:20 Things that work for ADHD kids are just good teaching strategies 16:32 School is not an office! 16:51 It’s not in the curriculum, but teaching kids to recognize their emotions matters 17:30 Slowing down the morning is about getting the emotions in line 17:56 10 minute guided meditations help with transition 18:40 Spaghetti toes 19:36 NOTE: An OT is an occupational therapist 20:13 Putting work into helping kids transition 21:05 Teaching strategies, development gaps, and the nature of ADHD 22:57 Grade-to-grade transitions, ADHD, and regression 24:25 Making sure their brains are ready 25:07 Allow time for transition. Even at home. 25:39 Alternative Seating 27:45 Systems and discussions help navigate seating (and other) conflicts. 28:11 ADHD kids like the rockers. (Tired kids do too!) 28:50 Go Noodle 29:38 Sometimes you have to stop and take a break 30:25 A lesson from Stephanie’s grandma 31:02 Meditation and “A Stitch in Time Save Nine”. 32:03 YouTube advocates lying to children 33:37 ADHD kids are more likely to be bullied 33:52 Making the classroom safe for everyone. 34:58 Creating an inclusive environment 35:29 Kindness Clipboards 37:36 We’re all in this together 38:45 Positive Attitude 39:13 Ending Essential

It was my honor to talk about ADHD with Cameron Gott. He’s been coaching people affected by ADHD for over 15 years, and is one of the people I most wanted to get on the pod. So, when he told me he liked the show, I jumped at the chance to get him on. I’m glad I did. We talk about his new book, Curious Accountability (co written with Casey Moore), as well as the trials of bringing unmedicated kids to Walmart, the importance and challenge of reflection, and what it was like for both of us growing up with ADHD. The conversation was excellent. I learned a great deal from it. Cameron’s book is phenomenal. I highly recommend it. Without geeking out about the whole thing, I really enjoyed the concept of presence as it relates to Curious Accountability, and the way the three conversations discussed in the book provide an effective communication frame that can be used to talk to our kids about the challenges they face. Done right, it can limit the amount of intense confrontation and emotionality that so often derail those conversations. Cameron Gott can be found at www.CameronGott.com. The first chapter of Curious Accountability can be found at: https://www.camerongott.com/2018/01/24/curious-accountability-chapter-one/ As usual, I can be found at www.ADHDessentials.com. Please let me know what you thought of today’s episode by emailing me at [email protected]. SHOW NOTES: 3:10 Cameron’s first experience working with kids with ADHD. 4:31 Certain environments invite certain behaviors 5:50 Teaching trip plans 6:14 Mine the learning and apply forward 7:15 Putting accountability in a positive light 8:11 What accountability means to most people… And what gets lost in it 9:08 What Curious Accountability is about. 9:29 Pausing, Pivoting, and ADHD 9:47 Light the Rocket and Go! 11:14 Fitting reflections into the day 11:59 Don't get us started on recess! 13:15 Just enough structure to be successful 14:17 Using structure outside of the plan/schedule 15:43 ¾ of the battle of ADHD 16:06 Presence and Curious Accountability 17:30 Curiosity and assuming good 19:13 How Cameron’s ADHD shows up 19:35 Trading Volume and Speed for Mastery 20:05 The student side of the pressure to get 100% right away 21:28 Bringing accountability out in the open in our relationships 21:57 Keep an eye on the bigger picture 22:19 The 3 Conversations of Curious Accountability 23:56 The Big Carrot in the Sky 24:21 Conversation 1 24:37 Conversation 2 24:27 Conversation 3 24:57 Where the failure in the system happens 25:14 The ADHD Experience (Not being able to do what’s on the plan) 25:25 Sometimes the plan has to fail so you know what to address 25:45 How curiosity plays in 26:13 Mirror Neurons and Modeling 27:33 The Value of pairing accountability with curiosity 28:29 You need a safe place to share what’s going on… 29:20 …but it has to come from the top down 29:42 Radical transparency: Apply it at home! 30:11 The power of assumption 30:33 Curiosity is a muscle to build 31:11 Tone of voice matters 31:42 What would have helped when Cameron was in high school 32:43 Timing matters when asking questions 33:17 Prefrontal Cortex shutdown (is a good name for a band) 34:29 Ending Essential 34:59 The book is Phenomenal 35:51 Extra Bonus Ending Essential

Sandy and I had a great conversation about her husband, her kids, and the way ADHD affects their family. One aspect of this episode that I love is the symmetry of it - the topics we discuss early on in our conversation return again at the end, allowing us to go into more depth in them the second time through. I was impressed with Sandy's honesty and willingess to be vulerable, as well as the clear love she has for her husband. Being married to ADHD can be hard at times, and I appreciated her willingness to go there during her time on the show. And she seemed to find some meaning in the thoughts and ideas that I shared. Which is nice, since helping people is my main goal in doing this. I hope you find meaning in this episode as well. As usual, I can be found at ADHDessentials.com. Or email me at [email protected]. SHOW NOTES: 1:46 Always 15 minutes early or 30 minutes late 2:55 Chris’s diagnosis leads to Dad’s tears 4:06 ADHD, litigation, and the need for excitement 5:18 Last minute struggles and working in bursts 7:13 Travelling in the car together 8:32 Struggles with consistency 8:54 Feeling like she has to overcompensate for Chris’s ADHD 11:26 Three kids, and one might have ADHD 13:40 Two years old and counting in three languages 14:12 How Sandy met Chris 15:06 Married to ADHD is a mixed bag 15:47 ADHD and the gap between the twins 17:00 The kid who walks into walls 18:34 Swimming lessons and mercurial moods 20:36 W’s Everywhere 22:44 What ADHD adds 24:24 Self Medicating with Surfing 24:59 Overcompensating after hurting feelings 26:51 Empathy beats fixing 27:06 Prepping the ADHD person in advance 28:44 The biggest challenge is carrying the mental load 31:58 But it depends on the day 34:15 “Is there anything you need me to do?” 35:31 Chris addressing Sandy’s needs makes a world of difference 36:17 A strong base of love and understanding helps a lot 38:35 The 5 Love Languages 40:57 Dopamine and small vs. large efforts 43:09 ADHD is just one aspect of the relationship 44:19 Communication and problem-solving 46:10 The moralization of ADHD 46:40 Sandy reflects again on Chris’s dad’s reaction to Chris’s ADHD diagnosis

Cara Fleming is a school psychologist at the high school level, as well as a transition consultant. What’s a transition consultant? I’m glad you asked. Transition consultants help kids successfully make the leap from high school to college and/or the workforce. Cara was great to interview. We laughed a fair amount, looked at things in new ways, and discovered some interesting things along the way. Cara talks transitions, testing, and shares why she isn’t a geneticist. Her knowledge and enthusiasm really shine through. I’m sure you’ll enjoy the show. Cara can help with questions around transition from high school, and also performs independent testing for families looking into Special Education diagnosis in the New England area. She can be contacted at [email protected]. As usual, I can be found at ADHDessentials.com. Or email me at [email protected]. P.S. This was the first episode I recorded for the podcast. I’ve learned some things since then (mostly on the technical end - editing & recording stuff), but I’m pretty happy with it. SHOW NOTES: 2:27 The child HAS to be involved in the transition process 3:31 Kids need to have something they can succeed at 5:49 Disability Awareness 7:18 Disability documentation and the transition to college 8:08 Some colleges specialize in students with disabilities 10:13 Self-Advocacy and College 11:46 ADHD Supports in College 14:06 504 vs. IEP 16:42 Why Special Ed Teachers want to be useless 18:31 But, what if my kid isn’t going to college!?! 19:01 Licenses and 504s 19:56 How to ask for accommodations in the real world 22:28 Know your disability 23:15 “How can I do a better job for you?” 23:38 Sparkle! Sparkle! Sparkle!… Documentation 25:55 Empathy for testers and school staff 27:47 Credentials to look for in outside evaluators 29:05 The Historical Perspective 30:04 ADHD leaves a footprint in cognitive testing 31:55 Transition Plans for the Post-High School World 32:45 A Three-Legged Stool on a Really Nice Rug 32:59 The Academic Leg (which Cara turns into a prong) 33:12 Performance based tasks of attention 33:35 Cara changes the stool by adding a fourth leg/prong 34:32 Cara recaps the leg/prongs 34:48 The rug is for transition planning 35:35 ONET 38:14 You have to know what’s bad about the job you want 38:55 Cara talks about transitioning from a Geneticist to a poet (to a school psychologist) 40:37 What Cara loves about her job! (Besides the kids) 41:16 Why helping kids understand who they are matters 42:31 Self knowledge shifts the locus of control to the individual 43:43 Cara’s daughter turning 15 gave her a new empathy for parents 45:06 Ending Essentials

As I spoke with Dan and Stacy, our guests for this episode, I was struck by how clearly their love for each other and their kids came across. Dan's thoughfulness about how ADHD affects their family of four, and Stacy's understanding and acceptance of the struggles it presents were moving. As was their clear support for one another, and their children. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it. As usual, I can be found at ADHDessentials.com. Or email me at [email protected]. Episode 004: Routines, Giggles, and Belonging with Dan and Stacy 2:44 Child Evaluation leads to Parental Diagnosis 4:42 ADHD has always been there 8:22 Counting Down for Compliance, not Completion 8:51 Routine, Practice and Habit 12:37 Kids as “Little Recorders of Us” 14:19 Giggles in the Walls 16:25 The Value of Routines 17:07 Disrupted Routines 18:32 Relationships and Belonging 24:44 Overcoming Fear at Disneyland 35:19 Evening Routines 36:06 Love and Humility 38:36 Catching Lessons 39:04 Empathy and Marginalization 41:25 Ending Essentials

Episode 3 finds me talking to Michele Monteiro. She's a special education teacher at a school for kids with social, emotional, and other disabilities. Many of her students have ADHD. We talk aobut how students taking, or not taking, their prescribed medication affects both themselves, and their classmates, the importance of letting kids earn back your opinion of them when they mess up, and the transformative power of chef Boyardee and ramen. Side Note: During our conversation, Michele and I express frustration with the the fact thatn not all educators are able to understand/respect the social and emotional challenges of their students. No offense is intended. I’ve worked with a great many teachers and administrators who deeply value social emotional learning. And, given that you’re here, I’m sure you do too. Thanks for listening! I hope you enjoy it. As usual, I can be found at ADHDessentials.com. Show Notes: 2:10 Bit by ADHD 3:40 Time Blindness 6:31 How not taking Prescribed Meds affects classroom 10:16 Shame and ADHD 16:18 Effort Grades 17:26 Separating attitude from performance 18:08 Earning point back by doing well afterward 19:15 Teaching Self-Care 21:06 Why Projects don’t work for Michele’s population 22:08 Emotions Beat Academics 22:31 ADHD & Comorbidities 23:12 Why Michele Loves Her Job 24:38 The Value of Kids Putting Their Heads on Their Desks 27:31 Managing the Emotional Drain 27:47 The Value of Shared Experience 29:23 The Transformative Power of Chef Boyardee and Ramen 30:23 On Self-Care 31:55 Self Care Outside of School 32:31 Being Goofy in Class 34:22 Ending Essential

ADHD Essentials, Episode 2! In this episode, I'm talking with Sam Gardner. Sam is the mother of a daughter with ADHD. (Even better, her daughter is in middle school!) Sam shares the frustration, joy and adventure of being part of a family affected by ADHD. We talk about selfcare, the importance of learning how best to manage your kid with ADHD, and the importance of recognizing growth in yourself and your child. Thanks for listening! I hope you enjoy it. As usual, I can be found at ADHDessentials.com. Ep 2 Sam Gardner Show Notes 2:00 How School reveals ADHD 2:40 Why you might not be a Helicopter Parent 3:30 Managing Teachers when you have a kid with ADHD 4:27 School Struggles 5:17 Letting Go and Letting the Kid Take the Lead 7:45 The Importance of Breaking Parental habits to Help the Kid 9:21 ADHD Outside of School 9:34 Fearlessness and Getting Lost at Target 11:07 Disney’s “The Circle” 12:31 Social Media & Technology Challenges 17:23 Good Things ADHD Adds 20:27 The Value of Having Friends Who also have kids with ADHD 20:50 The Ripple Effect of Joining the School Play 22:05 What Parents Have to Learn 25:40 Self Care 30:05 How an Outside Perspective Helps you See Growth 34:24 On Medication 36:57 Judgment from Other Parents 39:10 Ending Essential

It's the very first episode of the ADHD Essentials podcast! In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. David Nowell. He's a clinical neuropsychologist, international speaker, and renowned expert on ADHD. This episode is an overview of ADHD. We talk about it all! How ADHD works in the brain, the role of dopamine, behavior management, reframing perspectives, even mindfulness. It's a wide ranging discussion filled with science, stories and strategies. Dr. Nowell can be found at DrNowell.com. And, as usual, I can be found at ADHDessentials.com Thanks for listening! Ep 1 Dr. David Nowell Show Notes 1:30 10 Second Grocery Store Description of ADHD 3:52 ADHD/Asthma Metaphor 4:37 Diagnosis Based on Severity / Functional Impairment 6:12 ADHD Genes, and heritability 8:32 ADHD Brain Basis 11:16 ADHD Look-a-likes 12:20 Major Life Changes and ADHD 13:12 Major Life Changes from the Kid’s Perspective 18:52 Systems for Kids to Manage ADHD Now and in the future. 19:39 Raising a Healthy, Well Adjusted 26 Year Old 22:44 Managing ADHD with Bright Line Rules 35:33 On Attention 38:51 Reframing the Point of Homework 40:44 Stories about ADHD Testing 42:32 How to get paid $800/hr… Sort of. 44:08 Brief Recap 44:35 Mindfulness as an ADHD Treatment

Welcome to the origin episode of ADHD Essentials! I'm your host, Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., M.S. I'm a former teacher and school counselor, turned ADHD coach, speaker and consultant. In this episode we'll be talking about the plan for the pod, and how it came about. I'll also share some of my credentails, and preview some of the upcoming episodes and guests! The format is a little different than how the rest of the show's episodes will work. In this one, I'm joined by my friend friend Eric Tivers, host of ADHD reWired. Eric's been encouraging me to do this for sometime, so I couldn't think of anyone better to start out with. In this origin episode, he'll be interviewing me. Moving forward, however, I'll be the one asking the questions. Eric can be found at ADHDreWired.com. And I can be found at ADHDessentials.com. Thanks for listening! Ep. 00 with Eric Tivers Notes 1:39 How Eric and Brendan met 2:00 Brendan is 5’6”, but his message is “the stuff of giants” 3:15 Preview of Guests 5:02 The Concept Behind the Podcast: 3 Silos 6:04 What Parents will get from listening 7:20 What teachers will get from listening 8:09 On The Importance of Science 9:55 What Brendan is Most excited about 11:28 Brendan’s Qualifications 12:41 Parent Groups? 15:38 Bright Line Rules 17:57 Contact Info