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Organizing... A New Way
Recently, I was coaching a college student on organizing and cleaning his room. His mother constantly complained to him about the mess. We started talking about how he needed to organize his clothes by hanging them or folding and placing them in his drawers. This is often a challenge for those with ADHD because it's a boring task and has a lot of repetition.
When deadlines and penalties were imposed, he would sometimes try to
organize his room, but day to day, he struggled to keep it clean. Often he would
take a shirt off the hanger, try it on, decide he didn't want to wear it, then drop it
on the floor because, as he acknowledged, he didn’t want the hassle of putting it
back on the hanger and hanging it up in his overstuffed closet.
So, what's the solution? Read more to find out... https://digcoaching.com/organizing-a-new-way/
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ADHD and Tragedy: What Do You Do?
Losing someone to ADHD can be devastating, especially to the parents of a son who, in one quick moment, made an impulsive choice that ended his life. What do you do when such a tragedy strikes? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper interviews Tony and Cassi Bellezza (https://anthonysroadtokindness.com), parents who lost their beloved 18-year-old son, Anthony, to the impulsivity of ADHD. Hear them talk about their experience and how they chose to face it. Listen to their plight and be inspired by how they transformed this experience of darkness and despair into a mission of hope to serve the ADHD community. If you need a pick-me-up, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. http://tobtr.com/12264153
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ADHD: When Values Conflict
Got ADHD? Do you feel guilt and shame? Do you struggle sometimes because you can't do everything? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper revisits an interview with Elaine Taylor-Klaus (https://impactparents.com) about values and what to do when they conflict. If you struggle with ADHD and emotions, this is a very validating show. http://tobtr.com/12266961
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Accidentally Writing a Book Out Loud
Got ADHD? Do you have goals? Dreams? Aspirations? Ever thought about trying to write a book? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper talks about executive functions and reviews why people with ADHD are often somewhat talkative. After laying this foundation, Jeff has a conversation with David Delaney (https://www.davedelaney.me/) who, being somewhat verbal, accidentally wrote a book by talking out loud. If you've got ADHD and want to understand how things happen, or if you just want to be inspired, this is a show you won't want to miss. http://tobtr.com/12281962
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ADHD: Teaching Skills and Training Behavior?
Got ADHD? Have you worked with an executive function coach? Have you worked with a behavioral therapist? Do you find the benefits of these interventions to be somewhat limited? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper shares his perspective on why they might have limitations. At its core, ADHD is an impairment. Skills and behavioral training don't necessarily address or provide accommodations for such impairment. If you struggle to find help, listen to this episode. You'll find it illuminating. http://tobtr.com/12282035
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ADHD: Salting the Hay to Fuel Motivation
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder hinges on self-regulation, and motivation is its lifeblood. But remember, you can lead a horse to water, but making it drink is something else. Join ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper in this episode of Attention Talk Radio as he talks with John Willson, SOAR Executive Director (https://soarnc.org), to explore innovative strategies for kindling motivation. Discover unique insights and perspectives to “salt the hay,” so to speak, to make the horse thirsty. That applies to you, too, to ignite your inner thirst for action. If the world of ADHD is your reality and motivation is on your mind, don't miss this episode for a fresh perspective on staying driven. http://tobtr.com/12282632
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ADHD and Getting It: Trying to Define "It"
You’ve got ADHD. You get it. You think you get it. What is it to "get it" How do you know if somebody gets it? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper helps you understand the different levels of getting it and distinguishes between thinking you're getting it and truly getting it. In defining “getting it,” he uses vivid examples to compare and contrast the two. If you've got ADHD, and you're struggling but don't know why, this show will help you understand the mindset needed to truly get it and solve for the problem. http://tobtr.com/12282579
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ADHD and Stimulants: Calming the Storm
Got ADHD? Have you ever noticed that stimulant medications and caffeine often calm you down? Why is that? It doesn't make any sense. Stimulants to calm down? In this video, ADHD coach Jeff Copper shares a metaphor in his understanding of what's actually taking place to help bring some understanding to this phenomenon. If you are curious, watch this video for insights. https://youtu.be/tHnC5-ZliY4
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ADHD: An Executive Functioning Look at Social Anxiety
Do you have social anxiety? Do you have ADHD? We know the feeling, but what does it look like through the lens of executive function? In this video, ADHD coach Jeff Copper shares his thoughts and his viewpoint on what's taking place from an executive function perspective that results in anxiety. If you struggle with social anxiety and want to understand what's going on, this is a video you won't want to miss. https://youtu.be/r-wMSkPeRIE
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ADHD and Executive Functions: What's an Impairment?
Got ADHD? Do you struggle? Do you try to focus on routine, schedules, planning, and time management? Are you trying to conform your behavior to adapt to society? In this episode of Attention Talk Video, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper discusses the nature of ADHD, the fact that it's an executive functioning impairment, and what an impairment is. He talks about shifting your mindset in a way that will help you move forward. If you've tried many different things to manage your ADHD and they’re not working, this is a video you won't want to miss. https://youtu.be/P8N_C9wSvpc
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ADHD and Thinking: What You Need to Know
Got ADHD? Is it a deficit of attention? Could it be more of a thinking impairment than you realize? In this video, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper takes a look at ADHD and the notion of thinking—how thinking is synonymous with planning, time management, and prioritization. At the end of the day, people with ADHD really struggle with thinking, so what should you do? Watch this video to gain insights on a mindset to move you forward. https://youtu.be/uC4g2Vm-BHU
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ADHD: The Discomfort of It All
What is it like to sit in discomfort? What is it like to have ADHD? Is discomfort pleasurable? In this video, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper talks about the role discomfort plays in the behavior of those with ADHD. More specifically, he talks about the cognitive effort of dealing with discomfort to bring a more tangible understanding of the plight and challenges of those with ADHD. If you've got ADHD and you realize the role that comfort plays, this is a video you must watch. https://youtu.be/5xmJQNgfoIg
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ADHD Insights: Making Lists
Got ADHD? Do you find yourself making lists and then never referring to them? Do you keep printing things off and never go back to them? In this video, ADHD and attention coach Jeff Copper helps you realize that behavior is often a function of your cognitive behavior and you do things for a reason. He also discusses the importance of self-acceptance, understanding what's going on, and the challenges of emotional reaction. If you struggle with ADHD, this is a must-watch video. https://youtu.be/Oq7ai3bjxtg
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