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The Calm-Down Menu – Tools Kids Can Actually Use

Book A Call With ADHD Coach Kat Today     The Calm-Down Menu ADHD-Friendly Tools Kids Can Actually Use When Big Feelings Hit If you have an ADHD child, you know that their feelings don’t always arrive…politely. I know that one of my kids occasionally seemed to have an actual demon inside them.  Their feelings… Continue reading The Calm-Down Menu – Tools Kids Can Actually Use

The Object Permanence Trap – Out of Sight, Out of Mind, Out of Control

    The Object Permanence Trap – Out of Sight, Out of Mind, Out of Control   Executive Functioning Unlocked “If I Don’t See It… Does It Still Exist?”  You put something “somewhere safe,” and suddenly it’s gone from the timeline of your life. You successfully put away leftovers instead of throwing them out…..only to… Continue reading The Object Permanence Trap – Out of Sight, Out of Mind, Out of Control

Boundaries Aren’t Mean – ADHD Advocacy Files

  Boundaries Aren’t Mean   Notes from The ADHD Self Advocacy Files Many ADHDers struggle with boundaries – for many reasons. You may be a people pleaser. You want to be kind and helpful and supportive. You may say yes when you’d rather say no because it’s easier than disappointing or upsetting someone. Or maybe… Continue reading Boundaries Aren’t Mean – ADHD Advocacy Files

Imposter Syndrom at Work (and Why ADHDers Feel It So Deeply)

Book A Call With ADHD Coach Kat Today   Imposter Syndrome At Work (and Why ADHDers Feel It So Deeply) Imposter Syndrome – that’s the “They are going to find out I’m a fraud” feeling. Suddenly in the middle of a meeting, or presentation, or even just sitting at your desk – you suddenly feel… Continue reading Imposter Syndrom at Work (and Why ADHDers Feel It So Deeply)

The Task Initiation Trap – Why Starting Is Harder Than Finishing

Book A Call With Kat Today   The Task Initiation Trap Why Starting Is Harder Than Finishing On a recent Tuesday afternoon, I found myself in a familiar place.  43 tabs open, multiple to-do lists, tons of good intentions, and yet I sat staring vaguely and accomplishing nothing.  I fell into the Task Initiation Trap! … Continue reading The Task Initiation Trap – Why Starting Is Harder Than Finishing

Self-Advocacy Tips for Every Age

11/20Book A Call With Kat Today   Self-Advocacy Tips for Every Age Learning to advocate for themselves is one of the most empowering skills your child with ADHD can develop. It helps them understand their own needs, communicate more effectively with others, and take ownership of their learning environment. Self-advocacy not only supports their academic… Continue reading Self-Advocacy Tips for Every Age

Name It to Tame It – Helping ADHD Kids Label Emotions Without Overwhelm

  Name It to Tame It – Helping ADHD Kids Label Emotions Without Overwhelm ADHD children often feel big, fast, and all at once. (Spoiler – ADHD adults sometimes do too). When we ask them to do something like “use your words” or “tell him how it makes you feel” – it can backfire if… Continue reading Name It to Tame It – Helping ADHD Kids Label Emotions Without Overwhelm

Impulse Control with a Twist: Building Pause-Buttons That Actually Work

  Impulse Control with a Twist: Building Pause-Buttons That Actually Work You know that moment: you see something shiny or catch a craving, and bam — you act before you even realize. Impulses hit fast.   The challenge is – instead of beating yourself up for “not being able to control your yourself,” to build… Continue reading Impulse Control with a Twist: Building Pause-Buttons That Actually Work

Hugs, Words, or Clean Dishes? Decoding Love Languages for ADHD Brains

  Book A Call With Kat Today   Hugs, Words, or Clean Dishes? Decoding Love Languages for ADHD Brains   When it comes to showing and receiving love, we all have preferences. But for people with ADHD, those preferences might look a little different—or come with extra layers. Maybe a partner’s surprise gift sends you… Continue reading Hugs, Words, or Clean Dishes? Decoding Love Languages for ADHD Brains