Adhd Essentials

Today, we’re talking to Leslie Josel, of Order Out of Chaos.  In addition to being an academic/life coach for teens and college students, Leslie is the creator of the award-winning  Academic Planner: A Tool for Time Management®, writes the weekly Dear ADHD Family Coach® column for ADDitude Magazine, and is the author of several books. In this week’s episode, Leslie talks to us about her new book, and shares her thoughts on procrastination.  We discuss, the role skills deficits play in procrastination, the importance of choice and control, the trouble with “oh, by the ways” and “don’t forgets”, and why it’s important to allow space for forgiveness. Sign-Up for a Free Call About Brendan's ADHD Parent Groups   Guest Links: Learn more about Leslie and her work at https://www.orderoochaos.com. Pick up Leslie's latest book, How to Do It Now Because It's Not Going Away here.   ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook C

Today, it's your host, Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., M.S. Brendan finally shares his "Wall of Awful"model!  He discusses an overview of the model, and ways to get past it.    >>> The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups

Today, we’re talking to Shelly Collins!  Shelly is an ADHD coach, and, along with friend-of-the-show Cameron Gott, hosts of the Translating ADHD podcast. In this week’s episode, Shelly talks about the relationship between ADHD and time.  She discusses why ADHDers don’t really procrastinate, the difference between big brain mode and fast brain mode, the time horizon, the importance of understanding the ADHD causes of our challenges, and ways to solve email drama.     Guest Links: Learn more about Shelly and her work at https://shellylcollins.com Check out Translating ADHD at https://www.translatingadhd.com! ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials

Today, it's just your host, Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., M.S. In this week's quick and actionable episode, Brendan shares his thoughts on self-talk, walking us through his the Cs of self-talk model.   Register for the latest season on Eric Tivers's ADHD reWired Adult Coaching and Accountability Groups!!!   >>>Go to coachingrewired.com for more info!

It’s the 175th episode of ADHD Essentials!  And to celebrate, I’m turning the show over to my friend MJ.  MJ was on two episodes back, and talked about her then upcoming show, ADHD Diversified. Well, ADHD Diversified is here, and I am honored to share her first episode with you.  It’s fantastic!  In her premier episode,  MJ talks about why she started the podcast, the expectations and cultural norms that come with being visibly Asian, how those expectations don’t always allow for talking about weakness or struggles, and what it has meant for her to navigate undiagnosed ADHD while being grouped into a stereotype.  ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials

In this week’s episode, we’re talking to my old friend, Mrs. Melissa, an 8th grade English teacher. Melissa talks to us about the effects the COVID pandemic is having on schools.  Wed discuss the way it has changed school pacing, the heightened importance of technology and technology instruction, the positive changes she seeing, the areas of struggle for her students, the politics of educating during a pandemic, and why we should take time for ourselves. ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials

Today, we’re talking to MJ Siemens, host of the upcoming podcast, ADHD Diversified.  In today’s episode, MJ shares her experiences growing up as a gifted Asian Canadian kid with undiagnosed ADHD.  She tells us about being caught in the push/pull clash of Asian culture and White culture and how having ADHD made it harder for her to meet the expectations of both, how her parents separation led to her dropping out of school in her senior year, and why academia isn’t the only road to success.  ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials

Today, we’re talking to Dusty Chipura.  Dusty is an ADHD Coach based in Vancouver, British Columbia.  She has a passion for helping people better understand their ADHD, and an interest in the effects pregnancy has on the ADHD experience. In today’s episode, Dusty talks to us about just that – ADHD and pregnancy.  We discuss the importance of having a good care provider, the risk/benefit analysis of medication during pregnancy, post-partum executive function struggles, the role of ADHD understanding inn emotional stabilization, and the pregnancy bubble.   Guest Links: Learn more about Dusty and her work at https://www.vancouveradhdcoaching.com Follow her on Twitter: @dustychipura   ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials    

Today, we’re talking to Gabriel Villarreal, LMHC. Gabriel is an ADHD coach, as well as a strength and conditioning coach, and the owner of Lost Boys Strength and Conditioning, and ADHD Counseling in the Roanoke Valley of Virginia. In today’s episode, Gabriel talks to us about using exercise as part of our ADHD Treatment Plan.  We discuss how exercise affects the brain in ways that help us manage ADHD symptoms, the importance of having a plan, ways to get moving more during COVID, and giving kids more credit.   Where's Brendan? Tuesday, February 2nd - The Time to Thrive Summit!! Topic:  Improving Communication with Logic and Emotions   Friday, February 5th - Webinar for ADDitude Topic: When Teen Stress Ignites Strong Emotions: Teaching Anger and Frustration Management   Guest Links: Learn more about Gabriel and his work at https://roanokeadhd.com Find his ebooks here! ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our F

Today, we’re talking to Todd Schmenk.  Todd is a licensed mental health counselor, and the author of Team Positive. In today’s episode, Todd talks to us about managing the psychological pain of the COVID pandemic.  Todd discusses the importance of accepting and riding out emotions, ways to understand our observing minds, how to develop psychological flexibility, the critical role that context plays in our experiences, and why getting clear on our values can help us during this challenging time.   Where's Brendan? Tuesday, February 2nd - The Time to Thrive Summit!! Topic:  Improving Communication with Logic and Emotions   Friday, February 5th - Webinar for ADDitude Topic: When Teen Stress Ignites Strong Emotions: Teaching Anger and Frustration Management   Guest Links: Learn more about Todd and his work at https://www.toddschmenk.com Buy Team Positive here! ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Com

Today, we’re talking to Shell Mendelson.  Shell is an ADHD and career counselor and coach with nearly 35 years of experience. In Today’s Episode, Shell talks to us about job hunting, whether because you’ve lost a job due to COVID, or just because you’re looking to make a lateral move.  Shell tells us about informational interviewing, the importance of getting clear on what you want, why research and networking are so important, and why it’s critical to have a clear plan and a solid understanding of yourself when looking for a new job. Registration For the  Parenting Groups Closes Monday, January 18!   >>>Learn More Here!

In today's episode, I interrupt your regularly scheduled interview episode to share ways to manage ourselves, and our kids, when the events of the world become troubling and upsetting.       Useful Episode Links:   Lasagna Love: https://www.lasagnalove.org Articles that may be useful: How Much News Coverage is OK for Children? Parenting While Shocked Talking to Kids About the Violence at the US Capitol   ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials  

Today, we’re talking to my friend, Eric Tivers.  Eric is a licensed clinical social worker, coach, consultant and entrepreneur.  He is the founder of ADHD reWired which encompasses a podcast network, adult ADHD coaching groups, as well as an alumni support network for those groups.  In Today’s Episode, Eric talks about how he plans his year.  We discuss how he uses theming to set his priorities, ways he segments his year to make things more manageable, the importance of anticipating a post-COVID pivot, and why its ok to leave some things on your to-do list.  Guest Links: Learn more about  Eric and his work at https://www.adhdrewired.com.   ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD reWired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials  

As the title says, it's my personal reflection on 2020.  I'll let the show speak for itself in all its unedited glory!

Today, we’re talking to Moira Maybin.  Moira is a mom, and an educator in British Columbia, Canada and she’ll be adding her show to the ADHD rewired Podcast Network in the coming months. In Today’s Episode, Moira shares her story about literally falling off the cliff of perfectionism.  She talks about being driven as a kid in school, how her son and daughter both contributed to Moira realizing she had ADHD, the binocular vision disorder - vertical heterophoria, and how she learned to take care of herself, and let herself rest. Episode Links: Vertical Heterophoria Article by René Brooks mentioned in this episode.   ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials  

Today, we’re talking to AJ Jacobs.  AJ Jacobs is an author, lecturer, and human guinea pig.  He’s written four New York Times bestsellers that combine memoir, science, humor, with a dash of self-help.  In addition to his books, he has written for The New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, New York Magazine, and Dental Economics – one of the top five magazines about the financial side of tooth care.  He has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, Good Morning America, Conan, and The Colbert Report. In today’s episode, AJ shares his journey as a writer, and dad with ADHD, and how his lifestyle experiments have affected both himself, and those around him.  AJ talks about how the way we behave can affect the way we think, the power of gratitude, as well as how his ADHD affects him, and the strategies he has developed to manage it, where he gets his ideas, and talking spoons. Guest Links: Learn more about AJ Jacobs and his work at https://ajjacobs.com Find his books at https://ajjacobs.com/books/ Check out

Today, we’re talking to Mary Jo Levand.  Mary Jo is the director of the acadeic support center at Notre Dame College. In Today’s Episode, Mary Jo talks with us about the kinds of supports available at the college level. We discuss the importance of personalized guidance, why kids pick the wrong majors, and some of the awesomes hiding in the awful of COVID19. If you kid is younger, this episode will give you an idea of what to look for when college comes, and if they’re college age, hopefully it’ll help you and your kid navigate the challenges they’re facing now.   Guest Links: Learn more about Mary Jo and her work at https://www.notredamecollege.edu/faculty/mary-jo-levand/ ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join Our Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Ess

Today, we’re talking to Stephen Duetzmann, the founder of Engaged Family Gaming.  He has made it his mission to support parents who want to play games with their kids by providing them with the information they need to make the process of finding and exploring new video and board games as easy as possible.  In Today’s Episode, Stephen talks about using video games and board games to engage with our families. We discuss whether or not video games are really a problem, how they can give our kids the opportunity to be experts at something, the over use of the word addiction, as well as using board games as an alternative for family connection.  Throughout, Stephen shares specific games we might try out, as well as possible pitfalls to avoid.  This one is excellent!   Guest Links: Learn more about Stephen and his work at http://engagedfamilygaming.com And check out the Engaged Family Gaming podcast! ADHD Essentials Links:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Gro

Today's Episode is a quick one on swearing.  How to talk to your kids about it, how to do it more effectively, and why it's such a valuable clue to how people around us are doing.     ADHD Essentials Links:   Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your ADHD ADHD Essentials  

Today, we’re talking to Keith Gelhorn.  Keith is the founder and CEO of ADDvocacy, where he provides one on 0ne and group coaching & training for neurodiverse youth and adults struggling with Executive Function. In Today’s Episode, Keith shares his story.  It is a story of filled with struggle, heartache, mental health challenges, and ultimately, growth and success. Keith uses his story to explore topics ranging from anger, to Adverse Childhood Experiences, trauma, and the power of resilience, personal development, ADHD Coaching, and asking for help. Guest Links: Learn more about Keith's work at https://www.addvocacy.org   ADHD Essentials Links:   Contact Brendan about booking a workshop for your organization Join Our Facebook Community Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Check out the ADHD Essentials Homepage Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   ADHD Rewired Podcast Network Plugs: ADHD reWired Hacking Your A