Journey With Me Through ADHD: A Podcast for Kids

ADHD and Hypersensitivity (Part 1) Jun 10, 2021

Please note: This longer episode is an interview and may need to be broken up into parts to be listened to, retained, and experience valuable mid-session conversation with.

Do you struggle with some sort of hypersensitivity either physically, emotionally, or both? If so, you are definitely not alone! It is very common for those of us with ADHD to experience hypersensitivity on some level. In this episode, you will hear from expert Lafaya Mitchell, who has been a licensed therapist for 20 years and continues to counsel children and families regarding how to face hypersensitivity. She explains what being "hypersensitive" actually means and she uses a model that she developed "The Lafaya Way" to help those who struggle with hypersensitivity. Today she will share the first two parts of that model. The first is to "Find your calm", and the second is to "Understand your truth." Come join us as we discover how to put these first two steps into practice!

You can find Lafaya, her books, and all of her other resources at www.lafayaway.com

You can also visit www.katelynmabry.com for coaching opportunities and more resources as well.

Let's Celebrate Our Gifts Jun 03, 2021

Too often, the challenges of ADHD are highlighted and focused on. This episode is going to flip the script and hone in on some of the many gifts that come with having an ADHD brain. The main gift that's talked about is the fact that those with ADHD are great at "thinking outside of the box." To make it a more appealing visual, I came up with the concept of being an "out of the ball pit thinker"! Those colorful balls that both rest in and pop out of a ball pit when being played in makes for a great analogy of how our ADHD minds are drawn to the balls outside of the pit that are filled with creativity, innovation, imagination, and go off course to do things in a different way! I hope this fun visual is a great conversation starter for you all and I hope that you can add to the list of strengths shared as well. Together we can educate, empower, and encourage our kids to move mountains with their amazing minds!

Please send me a message if you or your child would like to share a topic idea or be a guest on a future podcast! Visit me at www.katelynmabry.com

Light Up Your Friendships May 27, 2021

Have you ever heard the term, "you are who you hang with?!" This is something my parents said to me when I was young and it is something I often think about when choosing who to spend time with and energy on. Friendships can be so valuable, but also can be a source of pain for many. Especially those of us who have ADHD and may struggle with deep seeded feelings of rejection, or just having a hard time making and maintaining friendships. This is when we need to stop and ask yourself, who are the people in my life who I am trying to be "friends" with?

In this episode, we will explore the idea of identifying types of friends using the visual of a stoplight. This green light, yellow light, red light analogy helps us identify who is safe, which relationships need caution/boundaries, and those we may need to stop spending time with and energy on.

Categorizing also helps to paint a picture of the types of friends we should be seeking out. For parents, it's helpful to identify which types of friendships to facilitate and encourage.

Please message me and let me know if this visual is helpful and if you have any other questions or topic ideas to cover in future episodes.

Visit www.katelynmabry.com for more resources or if you'd like to set up a free consultation. Have a super blessed day!

Let's Understand Our Brain and Find Our People! May 20, 2021

Please Note: This is a longer episode because it is an interview and it may require a mid-episode brain break or turn it into a two part series to listen to at different times!

That is one thing I understand about my brain, that I need tasks broken into smaller parts to find success in completing them! Is this how your brain works too?! In this episode you will hear from ADHD Specialist, Donna Giachino, who also practiced speech and language pathology for 25 years. Donna lives in Vancouver, Canada and was also diagnosed with ADHD later in life. She is now extremely passionate about educating others about understanding their ADHD brains! We discuss how understanding our brains is a foundational key for growth, along with "finding your people" or support system. We also talk about what neurodiversity means and how we can use it to help others understand that all of our brains work differently. Donna shares some great visual analogies in this episode, and you can also find her incredible content that so many learn from and enjoy on her Instagram page @adhd_understood.

Please send me a message on my website, www.katelynmabry.com to share how this podcast has been helpful to your child, to give topic ideas, or to be a future guest on the podcast! We are on this journey together!

Talking Back to Your Inner Script May 13, 2021

We ALL have an inner script. Those with ADHD have a continual conversation going on inside our heads that can go south fast if we allow it to!! This episode we are going to talk about taking your thoughts captive, seeking evidence, and talking back to those thoughts so that the negative script in your mind can be flipped and truth can reveal positive thoughts. This is a topic that we will keep coming back to from time to time, because your thought life drives actions/behaviors and habits. Practicing mindfulness and learning to manage thoughts will create a foundation for future tools and strategies to be successful, while also growing confidence and self-esteem.

I'd love to hear feedback on this topic and please share any questions, comments, or future topic ideas you may have. Please visit me at www.katelynmabry.com

How Fidgeting Helps Your ADHD Brain! May 06, 2021

"Mom! I need more fidgets to trade at school!" Are your kids into collecting and trading fidgets too?! Don't let this fad fool you! Fidgeting is not only a form of entertainment, but also holds extra value for those of us with ADHD. That hand/body movement releases two chemicals called, norepinephrine and dopamine! These are chemicals that our mind and body crave to regain focus and maintain concentration! In this fun episode, you will hear from my daughter, Alayna, who shares her fidget stash with you and talks about how the fidgets help her not only mentally, but emotionally as well. We look forwarding to hanging out with you to talk all about fidgets! What's your favorite way to fidget?

Visit www.katelynmabry.com to send a response to this question, give topic ideas, or share your personal journey with us!

You Are Not Alone! Other Kids Have ADHD Too! Apr 29, 2021

One of the first questions my daughter asked me after she learned that she has ADHD was, "mom, do other kids have ADHD too?" To which I replied, "they sure do!" One of the best gifts we can give our kids is to help them know they are not alone by letting them hear that other kids are going through similar struggles and have many strengths! This episode will be a great first step in this direction. You will hear from our 9 year old friend Isaac, who is an incredibly talented baseball player, a math wiz, and lives with an uniquely wired ADHD brain too! He shares his experience from getting diagnosed, through some of his challenges, and even gets goofy with us! Thank you Isaac for being so brave to share your story!

Please send a message if you would like your story heard, or have a topic that you would like talked about on a future episode!

Visit www.katelynmabry.com to get in touch or find more resources, including my book, " Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD."

The "Studying Tools" Science Experiment Apr 22, 2021

NOTE: This episode will be most valuable if an adult and child listen together and maybe even listen in sections and then pause to discuss!

AHHH! Is schoolwork a challenge to complete? Do tests feel impossible to study for? If so, you are not alone! In this episode you will meet fellow mama, Julie Catalano, of two ADHD boys, who shares with us her journey and discovery of how her kids learn different and ways to help them in their unique way of learning and retaining information. We talk about the power of partnership between a trusted adult and child, as well as dive into a few fun ways to make studying feel less stressful and more successful!

Here are a few take away points...

1. Connect and collaborate so that it's a team effort to find what strategies work best!

2. Break assignments, study cards, or any sort of work into bite-size, manageable pieces (This needs to be customized to the needs of your child!) When we feel overwhelmed, we shut down.

3. Think in colors! Buy multi-colored post-its, highlighters, or colored pencils to stimulate the brain and sort out important info in a colorful way.

4. Take brain breaks! We did not specifically cover this, but it is super important to get moving in between study times (every 10 min.)

Become a scientist as you try one tool at a time as an experiment! Figure out if it works, and if not, make ONE change and try something new!

Julie is an Engineer and has a passion for science and math, but an even bigger passion for find what works best for her boys amazingly unique minds! You can find her at www.studytoolsbyjules.com

You can contact me through www.katelynmabry.com if you and your child would like to share your ADHD journey on a future podcast. You can also find my book for kids called "Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD!" Please message me if you'd like a personalized copy sent!

Taking Care of Your ADHD Brain During Pandemic Times Apr 15, 2021

This episode should have been recorded sooner as I know this topic will resonate with so many who are feeling paralyzed both mentally and emotionally by this Pandemic time period. In this episode you will NOT hear me talk about any political views or really any topic other then the mental and emotional health of your child! This is a great conversation starter as many kids with ADHD struggle in silence because it's hard to put the thoughts and deep emotions into words. There are a few tips to try and words of affirmation shared. Please message me if your child would like to be on my future episodes or if you'd like to share any topic ideas!! We are all on this journey together!

Email me at katelynmabry4@gmail.com

Visit www.katelynmabry.com to schedule a coaching session or to order the book "Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD."

Finding Contentment With a Busy Brain Apr 08, 2021

I feel it's safe to say that it's hard for many of us to find contentment in the society with live in. It's especially tricky for those of us with busy, adventure seeking brains! Spring break in Texas, visiting family, gives this episode a fun twist as you'll hear from my daughter and her two cousins on the topic of contentment! Please use this audio as an opportunity to spark a contentment conversation that will leave you more aware and on the road to finding more joy in those undesirable situations.

Message me @www.katelynmabry.com to learn more about ADHD coaching, or to order a signed copy of my children's book called, " Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD."

Thank you for sharing in this journey with me! I love having you here!!

Money, Money, Money! How Does My ADHD Mind Manage It? Mar 31, 2021

Have you had a conversation about money and how to manage it? This can be tricky for our ADHD brains sometimes. Our struggle with organization, impulsivity, working memory, and procrastination can cause a need for intentional systems/practices to be put into place in order to grow in this area! In this episode, you will meet mother/daughter duo, Yakini and Reyna from @adhdlove2020, who will share their money managment journey with us. The bottom line is that we need to raise awareness, create a plan together, and use day to day opportunities to practice. You need to find a system and practice that works best for you and your child. Together, we can learn to give, spend, and save in a wiser way!

You can find Yakini @adhdlove2020 on all social media platforms or find merchandise @adhdlove2020.com.

Visit www.katelynmabry.com to connect with me about coaching, get your child featured on an episode, or find other resources.

Facing The Imposter Head On Mar 25, 2021

Have you ever heard of Imposter Syndrome?! So many of us struggle with it and never knew it had a name! Imposter Syndrome is when we have feelings of self-doubt, insecurities, and fear of being a fraud! These feelings have underlying thoughts that can hold us captive and prevent many from reaching their full potential in life. Often Imposter thoughts lead to giving up too soon, questioning worth, and feeds into perfectionism. In this episode, we will face those Imposter Thoughts head on! Let's identify the thoughts, talk back to the thought, and replace it with that which will build us up and lead in the direction of growth. Gratitude is another powerful tool that can be used. We will hear from three friends who will be sharing their personal imposter thoughts and how they combat them! Let's continue to lay that foundational mindset so that we can grow in so many more areas of struggle and strength!

Visit www.katelynmabry.com for more resources or send me a message if your child is interested in having their voice be heard on a future podcast! We are all in this together!

ADHD and the Reading Battle (Part 4): Reading and Writing Go Hand In Hand Mar 18, 2021

For the final part of this series, we are going to talk about how reading and writing are best friends and how they work together to improve one another! You will hear from our friend Tali from the UK again as she shares her writing experience. Nature is introduced as a fantastic writing tool as research shows the amazing benefits of taking a brain break in the greenery to improve concentration and ignite interest, ideas, and inspiration to both write and read! Journaling is also encouraged to be used as a tool. Any practice makes progress and journaling allows you to read your own writing which highlights patterns of writing and is proven to improve reading fluency! Please note that if you are noticing that your child is struggling to make improvements, there are also other challenges that may need to be addressed. I have included a link to a common additional struggle below. Every child is unique and may need different accommodations. Please message me with any topic ideas or if your child is interested in doing an audio clip for an episode. Thank you!

To learn more about "Dysgraphia" check out...https://www.additudemag.com/what-is-dysgraphia-understanding-common-symptoms/

You can also visit my website at www.katelynmabry.com. Get your name on my email list if you'd like to learn more about upcoming take-away sheets I will be offering in the near future.

ADHD and the Reading Battle (Part 3): Becoming an Interactive Reader Mar 11, 2021

Do you ever find yourself reading the same sentence 5 times just to try to catch what's it's actually saying? I know I have done this too many times and it drives me bonkers. In this episode, you will be empowered to celebrate your unique pace of reading and discover a few strategies to become a more interactive reader. I mention using colorful post-it notes...please know that this is simply an exercise to practice the habit of intentional thinking while reading. This can be used during school work to help with comprehension and is a great tool for studying. Find what works best for you! Next week will be the 4th and final part to our series, where we will dive into how reading and writing go hand in hand.

For more resources or to schedule a free consultation you can go to www.katelynmabry.com

The Link Between ADHD and the Reading Battle (Part 2)- Getting Started Mar 03, 2021

Sometimes half of the battle, for those of us with ADHD, is getting started! The executive function skill of initiating tasks can often be a struggle and you find yourself paralyzed at the thought of opening a book or shut down to the idea of taking steps needed to actually comprehend what's being read!

On this reading journey, we need to simply continue taking steps to find the tools and strategies that feed into the desire of our interest seeking, passion driven brains!

In this episode, you will take away a few ways to self-identify where you're at on your personal reading journey and a few steps to take action on. You will hear from a friend of mine in the UK, who is a 9 year old with a brilliant ADHD brain. She shares how reading is a struggle for her and something she does in those moments of struggle! We also talk about growing into interactive readers!

My challenge to you is to try something new this week!

Check out www.katelynmabry.com for more resources.

ADDitudemag is another fantastic resource to look into!

https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-reading-comprehension/

The Link Between ADHD and the Reading Battle (Part 1) What Is Dyslexia? Feb 25, 2021

Is reading a struggle? If so, this is the episode series for you! This is the first of a multi-part series, where I interview Elizabeth Hipwell. She is a certified Barton Reading and Spelling Tutor, who specializes in working with kids who have dyslexia. Check out @thedyslexiadigest on Instagram to learn more about our guest. Did you know 30% of kids with ADHD are found to have dyslexia (difficulty with words). You will learn about this unique learning difference and we will begin our journey of finding a love for reading! (Episode hint: audiobooks are a gift)

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Say "Go Away" to the Comparing Creep Feb 18, 2021

Do you ever compare yourself to others? I know I do! "This person seems smarter than me, that person makes things look so easy!" This is a dangerous road to go down, because that's exactly what it does, bring you down! In this episode, we will talk about how is can be helpful to compare our own brain to visual examples to self-identify or help others understand; however, we need to watch out for the comparison creep that sneaks behind us and becomes a thief who steals our joy, steals our confidence, and steals our self-worth! All of those things are so important to hold onto! We need to tell that comparison creep to "GO AWAY" so that our joy and confidence in our incredibly unique mind can stay!

Visit www.katelynmabry.com for more resources

Getting Organized With ADHD: The Struggle Is Real Feb 11, 2021

Does everything we own have a home? Has that candy wrapper on the floor served it's purpose? These are a few things we will be talking about in this episode as we discover WHY it is such a challenge for those of us with ADHD to keep our spaces organized and HOW we can try a few new things to make a change. Research shows that when our space is decluttered, that helps our brain develop skills more quickly. We crave order, but have a hard time creating it! Let's find out what works for you!!

Visit www.katelynmabry.com for more resources.

Music That Calms Our Body & Mind- ADHD Lullaby Interview Feb 04, 2021

We have talked about the importance of sleep and we are discovering ways calm our mind and body down. During this episode, you will hear from the incredibly talented musician, Bryan Wisda and his son Cale, who also has an amazing ADHD mind. Bryan created a masterpiece of music called " ADHD Lullaby," that is crafted to help our mind and body find calm. It's amazing how music works to help our busy brains in so many wonderful ways!

You can contact Bryan with questions at www.adhdlullaby.com

Visit www.katelynmabry.com for more resources

Finding Your Own Calm Reflection Jan 28, 2021

It's fun to look in the mirror sometimes and just be silly, it's it? In this episode, you will hear some ideas shared by kids around the world about what they find calms their mind and body down. I personally use exercise and prayer as my ways to release and relax, but what is it for you personally? This is a time for self-reflection as I ask you to look in the mirror and investigate what helps your own mind and body find calm.

Visit www.katelynmabry.com to message me to share your ways of finding calm!

The Art of Belly Breathing: Interview with Mindset Coach Jessica Brittani Jan 21, 2021

You might think..."I don't want to breath!" But what if I told you that it could actually be fun AND give oxygen to your brain, which would help you to calm your mind and body?! During this episode you will hear from the breathing queen, Jessica Brittani, who will introduce us to a foundational technique, a piece of armor, so we can breath in a way that will help us find calm! My hint for this episode is "birthday!" ;) (Please forgive the sound differences you will hear...I'm still learning:)

You can find Jessica at www.calmandcolorful.com to order her coloring book or set up a consultation with her.

You can also visit www.katelynmabry.com to set up a consultation with me, order a book, or find more helpful resources.

Focus Schmocus! The ADHD Struggle and Strategy For Focus Jan 13, 2021

One of the #1 struggles I hear about when talking to people with ADHD is FOCUS! This is a struggle that rings true for most all of us with ADHD because our Dopamine & Epinephrine levels (chemicals we all have in our brains) is a little lower and needs more power to function at full potential! The great news is that even though we can't force focus, we can create an environment that will help you find success in this area! This episode shares three of many pieces of armor you can put on to become the strongest ADHD warrior you can be when it comes to focus! Here are a few hints: Movement, small pieces, and brain breaks!

Visit my website for more resources www.katelynmabry.com

Investigate the "Why" Behind "What" of Your 2021 Goal Jan 06, 2021

It's easy to throw goals out like candy, but when we are making goals to grow our ADHD mind, there needs to be some investigation done. We need to figure out why we do what we do in order to change anything. In this episode, we will explore this idea. You will also hear from my daughter and her friend who both have ADHD and want to share their goals with you and the steps they want to take to walk toward those goals. I believe in each and every one of you and I'm here for you every step of the way. Let's put on our growth mindset and move towards our goals together.

Visit www.katelynmabry.com and contact me with goals, questions, and topic ideas.

Setting ONE Goal for Our ADHD Brain Dec 30, 2020

This is a short and sweet episode simply encouraging reflection on past episodes. What have you learned? What do you want to know more about? What have you discovered about yourself that you want to continue working on? We are ALL learning and growing day by day. Now choose ONE specific goal that you want to work on in the 2021 year. PLEASE send these brainstormed goals to me through my website.

www.katelynmabry.com.

Next week we will talk about breaking those goals into bite size pieces and how to motivate ourselves to take the steps towards the goal we have set! Practice makes progress! Happy New Year to you all!!

The Power of a Breath and a Break For Our ADHD Brains Dec 24, 2020

As emotions rise high and feel super intense, it feels like we become an erupting volcano; and it feels impossible to keep that lava down! In this episode we talk about two simple, yet impactful techniques we can use to bring that lava down and feel more calm in choosing a "right size" reaction to day to day moments. These two things take time and practice to become a habit, but if done consistently, there will be a newfound inner calm too! The breath and break strategy may look different for each of you and may take some modeling by adults, with a lot of practice, to make progress. Visit the website below and contact me with success stories as you practice these strategies!

www.katelynmabry.com

I Still Can't Sleep! What this does to our ADHD brain and what we can do about it! Dec 17, 2020

Sleep is so important for our ADHD brains (really for any brain), that we are going to continue to talk about how poor sleep heightens our ADHD struggles, and how good sleep gives us the physical and mental strength we need to take on the challenge of focus, memory, motivation, emotion control, and even anxiety to name a few. My daughter joins us again as she sheds light on her sleep struggles, while giving valuable tools that help. There are many great strategies out there, but today we talk about how daily exercise and nightly structured routines are two steps to try.

Visit www.katelynmabry.com to stay connection and learn more.

Why Can't I Just Sleep? The Link Between ADHD and the Sleep Battle Dec 09, 2020

SLEEP! It is something that we all need to live our healthiest life, yet for those of us with ADHD, it's a battle that needs to be won! Let's just say that sleep often doesn't come natural for those of us with busy brains. We have a hard time falling asleep; when we do, then we have a hard time staying asleep. Then, once we finally find our deep sleep, we have a hard time waking up! In this episode, you will meet my daughter, Alayna, who will share her personal sleep struggles along with a few helpful strategies to try. We know that lack of sleep heightens our ADHD symptoms; so in order to combat our struggles we need to be well rested and ready to go.

Visit www.adhdlullaby.com for more information on how to access that music designed specifically to calm the ADHD mind.

The Tie Between ADHD & Anxiety (Part 2) Dec 02, 2020

Welcome back to part 2 as we dive deeper into WHAT steps we can take when we find ourselves struggling with anxiety. My personal ADHD life coach, Jessica Heimsoth, joins us again on this episode as we talk about becoming self-aware, taking breaths, sharing thoughts feelings, and emotions with a trusted adult. Through practice we can find ourselves more calm and responding to "anxious" moments in a whole new way! Please note that children experience anxiety in unique ways and have different levels of need. I hope that this episode is a stepping stone to grow in this area and a new calm is found.

Visit www.katelynmabry.com to find a facial feature printable that can be used to identify emotions and help lead a conversation.

The Tie Between Anxiety and ADHD (Part 1) Nov 26, 2020

Do you ever feel like there are snakes in your tummy? Are your thoughts taking you to negative places that leads you to feel like your heart is racing? These are just a few examples of experiencing anxiety. Research shows that kids with ADHD are 3 x more likely to experience anxiety then a "neurotypical" peer. My personal ADHD life coach, Jessica Heimsoth, joins me on this episode as we talk about what anxiety may look like for you individually and how important it is to first identify it so next steps can be taken towards practicing more calm thoughts. Next week, we will continue with part 2 and Jessica will dive in deeper with what we can do in those moments of anxiety.

Visit Jessica's website for more resources www.everythoughtcaptivecoach.com

You can also grab a copy of my book or connect with me on my website www.katelynmabry.com.

WHY DO I LIE? (PART 2) Nov 19, 2020

Welcome to part 2 of "Why Do I Lie?! It is encouraged for a parent or trusted adult to sit in on this episode, to learn alongside each other. One more bonus "why" is explained and then we dive into the armor both child and adult can put on to battle those fibs and take action in order to help truth find victory! Get ready to put on a belt of truth, helmet of understanding and hugs to gain a deeper connection!

Visit my website to connect, ask questions, or even share some episode ideas at www.katelynmabry.com

To learn more about ADHD and Fibbing, visit "ADDitude Magazine's" website where they have a variety of great resources. www.ADDitudemag.com

WHY DO I LIE? (PART 1) Nov 19, 2020

The goal is to grow to be a person of great character and integrity, and that is why gaining a deeper understanding of the connection between ADHD and lying is so important. ADHD is NOT an excuse for lying, it's simply an explanation of WHY telling a "Fib" is the response of a neurodiverse mind to feeling under stress or threatened, more so mentally and emotionally. This is a two part series that includes the "WHY" in part 1, and the "STEPS TO GROW" in part 2. With impulsivity, distractibility, and working memory struggles to battle, often fibbing becomes a defense mechanism that is used. Let's learn and grow together so we can fight against fibbing and use tools to make sure truth wins!

Visit my website www.katelynmabry.com for more resources.

Also check out the list of resources on ADHD and the struggle with truth telling at www.ADDitudemag.com

Putting on Your Confidence Cape with ADHD Nov 11, 2020

Do you ever find that it's hard to find confidence in your life with ADHD? I do! That's because we often feel defeated by some of the struggles we face. This episode has great news! We can choose a more confident mindset by taking some simple steps that will move us in that direction. Confidence life coach, Kerri Jokala, host of Rockstar Confidence Podcast, shares some great tips and strategies to grow confidence both in your home and in other environments.

Visit Kerri for more resources at www.kerrijokala.com

You can also visit www.katelynmabry.com for more ADHD support!

Explaining our Volcano of ADHD Thoughts, Feelings, and Emotions Nov 03, 2020

We are all wired differently, but those of us with ADHD have a uniquely structured brain that is sometimes hard for those with "neurotypical minds" to understand. Instead of keeping quiet about how our brains work differently, let's feel empowered to educate those around us about how our brains like to be entertained and our emotions can act like a volcano sometimes! This episode will challenge you to think about your own interests and interesting ways of doing things based on how your own individual mind works differently. Put that incredibly creative cap on as brainstorming takes place to discover which wording works best for you to explain your incredible brain!

Check out my website www.katelynmabry.com for more resources or to join me daily in my @journey_with_me_through_adhd Instagram community! Let's continue to learn and grow together!

Growing Through ADHD Challenges Oct 28, 2020

ADHD can be challenging on many levels, in many different ways, for each of us individually. If we listen to each others stories, we can hear how struggles can produce perserverance. Our guest, Zachary Staubitz, is a high school graduate from Tallahassee, FL. Although he has faced challenges growing up with ADHD and Autism, he has ultimately grown to break through the struggles with more strength and gain confidence as he pursues a degree in theater/stagecraft. This past year, he's used his brilliant mind to create relatable memes all about ADHD to help spread awareness, connection, and understanding. When we live with transparency, we can experience transformation of the way we few ourselves and others around us. We thank Zach for sharing his story so openly, so we know that we are not alone, feel encouraged, and feel empowered to do anything you set your mind to.

You can find Zach's Meme page @theadhdmemes on Instagram or Facebook.

Also check out my website www.katelynmabry.com for more resources.

ADHD with "Rejection Sensitivity" Oct 22, 2020

Do you feel easily rejected by a friend, family member, or even someone you just met and want to become friends with? Does that feeling of rejection feed into obsessive negative thinking that causes beliefs that often have no evidence of being true? Those of us with ADHD often struggle with something called, "Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria!" This is a common struggle that kids with ADHD have and it ties into our deep seeded emotions, but you're not alone and steps can be taken to shorten the life of that feeling of rejection. This episode shares personal experience, and gives three questions to ask yourself when you find yourself feeling this way!

1. What is the meaning behind the feeling of rejection?

2. What is my body doing when I feel this way?

3. How can I learn and grow from this feeling of rejection?

Lay a strong "growth mindset" foundation so other tools and strategies will work, feeling less rejection and more confidence in who you are!

Visit my website www.katelynmabry.com for more resources and to learn more about my book, "Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD"

https://www.additudemag.com/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-adhd-emotional-dysregulation/

Discovering the Colors of Friendship with ADHD Oct 14, 2020

Do you ever feel like it's hard to make and maintain friends sometimes? You might think, "why won't she call me back?" or "I thought he was my best friend, but now he'd rather hang out with someone else!" If so, you are not alone. Sometimes our ADHD minds can play a role in the ability to connect and relate to others. There are also times where we are misunderstood by others or we misunderstand how others respond to us. The great news is that we can practice our friendship skills by being self-aware of how our mind is working differently as well as invite our potential friends to get to know our unique minds. Special guest, Kamden Hainsworth, joins in on this episode as she shares her personal insights on ADHD and friendship. Kamden is the founder of "ADHDirectory." which is a great resource to tap into if you are looking for next steps to take on your own ADHD journey. In this episode, Kamden gives a brilliant visual of visiting a butterfly farm. Learn how to take a step in the right direction of growing friendships.

Visit Kamden @kamden_adhd on social media or check out her website www.adhdirectory.com

Visit www.katelynmabry.com to find more resources, or to contact me for a signed copy of "Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD."

Get Rid of the Gunk to Get Out of the ADHD "Funk" Oct 08, 2020

ADHD can come with a rollercoaster of thoughts and emotions that at times lead down a path of gunk, which leaves you in a funk! This looks different for everyone, but in this episode, there will be stories shared, valuable insight given, and some helpful tips and strategies along the way. Get out your magnifying glass as we capture and investigate thoughts, ask questions about them, and find evidence that proves these thoughts true or false. Discover that there is so much peace and calm if we tap into interests and ignite passion. Take this step and you will see that there are great tools and strategies to practice with ADHD.

Visit www.katelynmabry.com for more resources and to check out the children's book titled, "Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD."

Overcoming the Shame Game: Meet "The Awfulizer" Oct 01, 2020

Do you ever feel like you are playing the shame game in your head? This hamster wheel of negative, self- destructive thoughts often causes us to feel stuck and unable to live to our full potential based on false beliefs we have allowed shame to build. During this episode you will meet Kristen Maher, who is the brilliant author of "The Awfulizer." Kristen shares this creatively crafted visual of what it feel like to live in shame and what steps we can take to get ourselves free from it. You won't want to miss this fantastic tool as she also shares strategies to work through dealing this monster called "The Awfulizer" and become the "Awesomizer" you were meant to be!

You can visit our special guest, Kristin Maher's website @ www.kristinmaher.com to order your copy of her book titled, "The Awfulizer." Let's say goodbye to shame and hello to living a life of confidence and joy in who we truly are meant to be.

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Our ADHD Minds Are Made to Move Sep 24, 2020

Is school in any environment feeling like an uphill battle sometimes? In this episode, we will uncover the internal struggles we often feel, while sharing some helpful strategies that can help calm the mind and make our work feel more manageable. Exercise is proven to help any child become more focused and better able to learn for a period of time. Breaking large tasks into bite size pieces can reduce anxiety and allow for us to celebrate each small success we have. Join me as we continue on this ADHD journey to discover our mind on many different levels.

If you'd like more resources or access to the children's book titled, "Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD." Visit www.katelynmabry.com.

This website contains FREE printable feeling sheets and a FREE lesson plan to use with your child at home or in a classroom.

You can continue to follow this ADHD journey daily on the social media pages. We are all in this together!

A Harsh Word Brings Hurt, but Wise Words Bring Healing: Speaking truth about ADHD Sep 17, 2020

Has someone ever said something about your ADHD diagnosis that left you speechless and sometimes hurt? There are many people who simply don't understand how our neurodiverse minds work and therefore they make statements based on what they think it may or may not be. This episode shares 4 personal examples of things people have said, along with examples of responses that could leave you more confident and the outsider more aware to think before they speak.

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The Mindset Mountain Sep 10, 2020

It's easy to get caught in a cycle of negative thinking when battling the struggles of living with an ADHD mind. This cycle does not need to continue and growth can be gained by investigating which direction our mindset is going. Is it a "fixed mindset," believing that it is what it is and nothing will ever change or is it a "growth mindset," which is a belief that with continued practice and effort, using different tools and strategies, growth can be accomplished in all areas of life? Wherever you are at, this episode will help self-awareness, spark conversation, and give an analogy that will leave you wanting to move mountains with your amazing mind!

What About the Last "D"? Sep 02, 2020

Educator, speaker, and author of "Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD," provides a glimpse into the world of ADHD forgetfulness. Do you ever find that things leave your mind as fast as information is given?! Being forgetful is a struggle many with ADHD have, and there is a reason why! This episode will share personal examples, visual analogies, and strategies to use while traveling on this ADHD journey. Forgetfulness may be something that will never go away, but our attitude towards it can shift. We are soldiers, who need to fight the forgetfulness battle with "armor"/strategies that work for us as individuals (phone alarms/reminders, checklists, visual timers, visual schedules, scaling down tasks given, creating a manageable system and structure for our unique mind to become in the habit of following, and most importantly, find forgiveness and grace in the moments in between when still do forget.

Check out this great article below...

https://www.additudemag.com/my-adhd-forgetfulness-never-goes-away/

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Journey With Me Through ADHD- Intro Aug 27, 2020

This podcast is designed to speak straight to the heart of your child who may be struggling with ADHD. Hosted by Katelyn Mabry, who is an educator, speaker, reading specialist, and author of "Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD." This will give you a glimpse into all this new podcast will have to offer it's listeners.

Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD Aug 26, 2020

There are a roller coaster of emotions that go along with being diagnosed with ADHD. Educator and Author of "Hi, It's Me! I have ADHD," Katelyn Mabry will share her own story of being diagnosed as well as give insight into the "ADHD" Acronym. The goal is to make a mindset shift from dwelling on the challenges of ADHD to battling the tough and focusing on all of the strengths and gifts this neurodivergent mind has to offer. Stay tuned as the next episode with reveal the last "D" description and talk about the different types of armor that can be put on, as I follow up on the ADHD mind "feeling like a battle." We can journey together, one step at a time.

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