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The Wavy BrainEp. 026: Harnessing Your Highly Sensitive Nature as a StrengthToday, Lauren & Lindsay talk with Heidi Siegal Kogon about what it means to be a highly sensitive person (HSP). Like with any neurodivergent condition, Heidi shows us the benefits of using self-discovery to break free from self-doubt and create more ease and confidence in our lives. Heidi Siegal Kogon's website LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsiegalkogon/ Interested in ADHD coaching? Check out Lindsay’s website and Lauren’s website to learn more. Sign up for our Podcast newsletter to stay up to date on episodes. Reach out with question...2024-03-2642 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 025: Neurodiversity in the Workplace with Cathy RashidianJoin Lauren & Lindsay as they talk with Cathy Rashidian, ADHD & Executive Coach, about the many ways she supports professionals who are ready to take the next steps in their careers. Cathy shares tips for developing your professional identity and slowing down to better process and communicate your ideas. She also talks about the specific challenges that come with management roles and delegation. Cathy Rashidian's Website Proudly ADHD Podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathyrashidian/?originalSubdomain=ca Interested in ADHD coaching? Check out Lindsay’s website and Lauren’s website to learn mor...2024-03-1940 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 024: ADHD and Relationships with Sara LernerSara Lerner is an ADHD Relationship Coach based in Seattle, Washington who helps transform relationships for people both with ADHD and without it. She is passionate about squashing misinformation about ADHD and helping all couples better understand one another. Book an ADHD Coaching No-Cost Mini Breakthrough Session with Sara Twitter: https://twitter.com/sjlerner?lang=en Interested in ADHD coaching? Check out Lindsay’s website and Lauren’s website to learn more. Sign up for our Podcast newsletter to stay up to date on episodes. Reach out with questions, comments...2024-03-1234 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 023: What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew with Dr. Sharon SalineDr. Sharon Saline is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 30 years of experience as a top expert on ADHD, anxiety, learning differences, and mental health challenges and their impact on family dynamics. In this episode, she breaks down her unique approach to raising happy, capable, neurodivergent kids called the 5C’s of ADHD. Learn how this method can help reduce stress and reactivity, improve cooperation, and increase self-esteem and relationship satisfaction. Dr. Sharon Saline’s website Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsharonsaline/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSharonSaline/ YouTube...2024-03-0543 min
The Wavy BrainEp 022: The ADHD Nutritionist Rebecca KingLindsay & Lauren talk with registered dietician nutritionist Rebecca King about the many ways ADHDers can struggle with food, from binge-restrict cycles to forgetting to eat. As an ADHDer herself, Rebecca is dedicated to helping people heal their relationships with food through coaching. She breaks down strategies to help us eat more intuitively, connect with our senses, and better nourish our minds and bodies. Rebecca’s website Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhd.nutritionist/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adhd.nutritionist Interested in ADHD coaching? Check out Lindsay’s website and Lau...2024-02-2737 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 021: ADHD in the Legal Field with Annie LittleAnnie Little, a former attorney and the founder of JD Nation, joins us in this episode to talk about the impact of ADHD symptoms on practicing law. While some attorneys with ADHD excel under pressure, symptoms like procrastination, time blindness, and poor attention to detail can make practicing law with ADHD feel impossible. But there is hope! Understanding and accommodating ADHD symptoms can help prevent burnout and increase career satisfaction and well-being for attorneys. JD Nation, 2024-02-2042 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 020: Negotiating Tips with Coach Jeremy BarnyakImprove your self-advocacy skills with negotiation expert Jeremy Barnyak. Lauren & Lindsay talk to Jeremy about how our individual goals, risk tolerance, and perspectives can impact the bargaining table. He explains the power of arming ourselves with the right information to feel confident negotiating, even when it doesn’t necessarily come naturally to us. After listening to Jeremy’s advice, you will feel more ready to ask for what you deserve. Coach Jeremy’s website: https://www.peaknegotiations.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/peaknegotiations @peaknegotiations Interested in ADHD coaching? Check out Lin...2024-02-1342 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 019: Using Tapping to Calm Your Nervous System & Process Trauma with EFT Expert Kristen CurtisJoin us as we learn about the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), a simple do-it-yourself calming technique to support your nervous system. Kristen Curtis explains how EFT can help us process and transform our overwhelming emotions. By focusing on meridian points in the body, EFT can help reduce cortisol and restore balance and energy in the body. Kristen’s website: www.souleft.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristen.curtis.eft/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-curtis-4a65801a9/ Tapping points visual: HERE Interested in ADHD coaching? Check out Lindsay...2024-02-0642 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 018: Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Treat ADHD with Dr. J. Russell RamsayDr. J. Russell Ramsay is one of the original pioneers of using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat ADHD. By paying attention to the cognitive distortions that hijack us, we can improve our self-confidence and break the cycle of negativity. Dr. Ramsay’s website: https://www.cbt4adhd.com/about/ The Adult ADHD Toolkit, by Dr. J. Russell Ramsay Interested in ADHD coaching? Check out Lindsay’s website and Lauren’s website to learn more. Sign up for our Podcast newsletter to stay up to date on episodes. Reach...2024-01-3046 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 017: ADHD and Anxiety with Justine Carino, LMHCAnxiety is the most common co-occurring condition with ADHD. Learn more with Justine Carino, LMHC, as she breaks down the difference between anxiety and anxiety disorders and the way the symptoms of ADHD and anxiety can overlap. Justine Carrino’s website: https://www.carinocounseling.com/ Interested in ADHD coaching? Check out Lindsay’s website and Lauren’s website to learn more. Sign up for our Podcast newsletter to stay up to date on episodes. Reach out with questions, comments or show suggestions! lindsay@thewavybrain.com 2024-01-2338 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 016: Teaching Social Skills with Caroline Maguire Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., ACCG, PCC, is a trailblazer in social skills and neurodivergence. She is the author of Why Will No One Play with Me? , and a sought-after coach, lecturer, and workshop facilitator. Join us as we talk to Caroline about how neurodivergence can impact social skills and friendships. She breaks down the complexity of human connection into easy actionable steps, demystifying the nuances of friendships and providing insights to help everyone form deeper and more meaningful social connections. Caroline Maguire’s website: https://carolinemaguireauthor.com/ Caroline Maguire’s TED Talk: https://carolinemaguireauthor.com/ted-ta...2024-01-1640 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 015: Strategies to Decrease ShameFor the last mini-episode of the season, Lauren & Lindsay talk about how self-compassion, focusing on the positive, listening to our internal voices, and building authentic friendships help get rid of shame. If you would like to join Lindsay & Lauren’s pilot group coaching program and experience authentic community and self-discovery for yourself, please email hi@thewavybrainpodcast.com. Find the full transcript for this episode here. Reach out with questions, comments or show suggestions! hi@thewavybrainpodcast.com2023-06-0815 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 015: F-Shame!For the last full-length episode of the season, Lauren & Lindsay celebrate their newfound ability to say f*ck you to all the things that used to bring them shame. Jane Shure and the Resilience Group Chapter 11: Shame, Compassion, and the Journey to Health, by Jane Shure & Beth Weinstock in Effective Clinical Practice in the Treatment of Eating Disorders Shame vs. Guilt, by Brene Brown Daring Greatly, by Brene Brown The full transcript for this episode can be found here. Reach out with questions, comments or show suggestions!2023-06-0632 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 014: Friendship & NEWS!Lindsay & Lauren meet up in real life to record this episode! Recording this episode and meeting up to talk business was a surreal and super fun experience since they live in different states and have only met one other time in person before this. They reflect on season 1 of the podcast ending soon and the friendship they've built along the way. They also reveal some ideas and exciting news for the future of The Wavy Brain Podcast! Reach out with future show requests, comments or to learn about coaching & workshops: Lindsay@TheWavyBrain.com | Lauren@TheW...2023-06-0111 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 014: ADHD & Grief with AdisaIn today's episode, we explore why grief can be so intense for ADHDers. Lauren’s long-time ADHD coaching client, Adisa, joins us to talk about losing her mother to a rare form of cancer over the course of 6 weeks. Since Lindsay and Lauren both also lost their fathers in young adulthood, they relate very much to Adisa’s experience. We talk about our intense feelings of loneliness and isolation, our need to stay busy, the shame that we couldn’t move through our grief faster, and advice that we would give our younger selves. The transcript for this epi...2023-05-3037 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 013: Sensory Regulation for AdultsLauren gives a rudimentary (and non-expert) introduction to vestibular, interoceptive, proprioceptive, auditory, visual, tactile, taste, and smell sensory needs and sensory regulation for adults. Mentioned in this Episode: Sensory Integration Tips to Consider by Indiana University Resource Center for Autism Learn What Sensory Is and Why It Matters by Your Kids Table How to Treat Sensory Processing Disorder by ADDitude Magazine Reach out with questions, comments or show suggestions! hi@thewavybrainpodcast.com2023-05-2522 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 013: Exploring Sensory Needs with Ben-OniBen-Oni, founder of blackneurodiversity.com, talks with us about how she came to understand her own sensory needs. She explains the role that sensory regulation plays for both ASD and ADHD brains and how it is way more similar than we might think. She delves into the ways our sensory needs evolve from day to day and the complexities of both craving and resisting certain sensory inputs. She also shares how “variable sameness” helps her feel grounded, some of the other ways she regulates her own sensory needs, and how being so dysregulated in her twenties impacted her life. ...2023-05-2251 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 012: Making Sex A Priority ("ADHD After Dark", Dr. Ari Tuckman)In his book, “ADHD After Dark: Better Sex Life, Better Relationship,” Dr. Ari Tuckman provides four tips to make sex a priority in any relationship. ADHD After Dark: Better Sex Life, Better Relationship Dr. Ari Tuckman Adult ADHD Books by Ari Tuckman Here is the transcript Reach out with questions, comments or show suggestions! hi@thewavybrainpodcast.com 2023-05-1812 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 012: Sex & ADHD with Dr. Ari TuckmanDr. Ari Tuckman talks with Lauren & Lindsay about the many ways ADHD can impact sex and relationships. We discuss gender roles and expectations, sexual eagerness and distractability, infidelity, transitions, and the importance of honest and direct communication in relationships. Mentioned in this Episode: Dr. Ari Tuckman shares his research findings from surveying over 3000 couples for his book, “ADHD After Dark.” Gender roles and expectations impact partnerships in terms of emotional labor, caretaking, etc. The connection between ADHD and impulsivity, dopamine, and sex is complex and depends on many factors, including the purpose for...2023-05-1632 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 011: 3 Tips for Receiving Imperfect CommunicationLauren & Lindsay provide helpful tips from Karen Faith on receiving imperfect communication through a baseball analogy and playing catch. First, Karen advises that if a pitch comes in sideways, we should run for the ball, meaning that we should offer grace and assume the best intentions. Next, Karen tells us that there is a time to coach the pitcher, but it’s not during the game, reminding us to pause, process, and provide feedback at a later and, hopefully, less emotional, time. Finally, she tells us that when playing with a new pitcher, we should always wear a helmet, me...2023-05-1110 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 011: Empathy at Work with Karen FaithKaren Faith, Founder and CEO of Others Unlimited, explains how her empathy training organization empowers individuals and teams to show up at work with curiosity, non-judgment, and self-awareness. Karen helps us deepen our cognitive empathy. We talk to her about the importance of self-witnessing, communicating with curiosity, and unconditional welcome. She also previews her baseball analogy for communication, which will be the topic of this week’s mini-episode. Mentioned in this Episode: Affective empathy, or caring deeply for another person, is different than cognitive empathy, which is the practice of perspective-taking. By deepening our cognitive em...2023-05-0943 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 010: Understanding Your Needs at WorkLauren & Lindsay provide a worksheet with thought prompts to help you understand your needs at work: Understanding Your Needs at Work 2023-05-0417 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 010: How to Access the Job Accommodation Network (JAN)Learn about the resources the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) provides to help both employers and employees navigate workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. JAN Principal Consultant and Team Lead Melanie Whetzel explains the interactive process between employers and employees that should ideally result in solutions that meet everyone’s needs. She also provides real-life examples of success stories and common accommodations. Mentioned in this Episode: ASKJAN.org provides information to help employers hire and retain individuals with disabilities and employees understand their rights and what to do if they require accommodations. When is it a...2023-05-0249 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 009: Partner Communication IdeasLindsay & Lauren discuss the ways that emotional regulation and communication challenges can impede partner communication and provide examples of strategies that sometimes work for them. Email Erikka Baker at erikka@mamaandcommunity.com for a free downloadable set of Fair Play Cards and mention ‘The Wavy Brain’ for 10% off any session packages. Fair Play Worksheets referenced in this mini-episode: HERE Reach out with questions, comments or show suggestions! hi@thewavybrainpodcast.com2023-04-2717 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 009: Fair Play in RelationshipsErikka Baker (certified Fair Play coach) tells us about Fair Play, a program by Eve Rodsky to help couples share the mental load and rebalance their relationships. We explore the benefits of clearly defined roles, leaning into our strengths, and communicating with our partners when cognition is high and emotion is low, all of which are especially important for people with neurodivergent thinking. Mentioned in this Episode: Fair Play uses 100 cards to take the daily grind chores, childcare tasks, etc. from the abstract and nebulous and makes them concrete. The conception and planning par...2023-04-2549 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 008: How to Access College Disability ServicesHow do you access your college’s disability services and accommodations? Lauren & Lindsay provide a quick guide to the important steps, including registering with your school’s disability service office, meeting directly with instructors, and keeping track of your school’s add/drop deadline. They remind listeners to advocate for themselves and modify their accommodations if their needs change. They also provide examples of different types of accommodations and emphasize the importance of understanding your learning modalities. What is Assistive Technology? by Understood.org Will My Child Have an IEP in College? by Additudemag.com ...2023-04-2009 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 008: Post-High School Planning with Carrie Taylor SheaLauren & Lindsay talk with Carrie Taylor Shea about how Journey College Planning guides students and their families through customized post-high school planning that takes each student’s unique strengths, passions and needs into account. It is especially important for students with divergent thinking to take a holistic approach to planning this next phase of their lives and to put together school applications that paint a picture of who they are and all that makes them unique. We talk about gap years, two-year colleges, transferring schools, and the importance of open and transparent communication among families as they navigate this pr...2023-04-1839 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 007: Organizing Family ChaosRunning a family means figuring out the optimal way to communicate with your partner and creating systems to keep it all from devolving into chaos. We discuss the importance of understanding the different ways partners process information, remember tasks, manage stress, and maintain focus, and share examples of some of the strategies we use in our own daily lives, like the Post-it system and a "to-go shelf". Link to Acrylic Calendar, on Amazon HERE is the transcript2023-04-1217 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 007: Decluttering to Decrease Overwhelm with Jamie RitchieJamie Ritchie is a home organization expert who helps her clients achieve realistic and practical organization systems. This week, we explore the way a cluttered home can emotionally and mentally overwhelm our already crowded brains. Jamie explains why it’s just as important to be intentional about the things we bring into our homes as the things we clear out, the power of accountability partners, using quick wins to build success, and the importance of creating a responsible donation plan for unwanted items. Mentioned in this Episode: As a mom of three, Jamie understands the imp...2023-04-1143 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 006: Self-Discovery Tool: Character StrengthsLindsay & Lauren share a self-discovery tool called the VIA Character Strength’s Survey. This tool was developed by the VIA Institute on Character to reveal your greatest strengths based on positive psychology research showing that knowing and using your character strengths can lead to greater happiness. Lindsay explains that creativity is one of her top character strengths, which has helped inform her career path. Lauren shares some thoughts about how kindness and love are her top two character strengths. Mentioned in this Episode: VIA Character Strengths Survey Reach out with questions, comments, or...2023-04-0612 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 006: Evolving Identity with Troy JacksonThis week, Lindsay & Lauren talk with Troy Jackson, a clinical social worker and yoga instructor from the Philadelphia area, about the evolution of his identity. Troy grew from a sensitive and likely neurodivergent young kid to a gregarious college student to a sober yoga teacher and therapist. We hear about how low self-esteem made Troy the perfect candidate for substance use disorder, how he used yoga to support his path to sobriety, and how he questioned his identity as a graduate student. Troy has learned to feel comfortable with not knowing all the answers and with his ever-evolving sense...2023-04-0447 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 005: How the Menstrual Cycle Impacts ADHD SymptomsLindsay & Lauren review the phases of the menstrual cycle and how hormone levels impact energy, mood, & ADHD symptoms during each phase. Lauren explains that days 1-7 are typically low-energy days, while days 8-12 typically constitute a high-energy, creative, social, and happy time. Days 12-14 (usually when ovulation occurs) can be intense for those sensitive to hormonal fluctuations. Finally, days 14-28 can be the most challenging part of the menstrual cycle, since they often entail low mood, irritability, and increased ADHD symptoms. They encourage everyone to track their cycle and lean into cyclical living for more ease and less frustration...2023-03-3011 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 005: Women’s Hormones & ADHD with Dr. Dara AbrahamThis week, Lindsay and Lauren talk with Dr. Dara Abraham, a board-certified psychiatrist with particular expertise in Adult ADHD. Dr. Dara has dedicated her professional life to providing compassionate care for adult patients struggling with an ADHD diagnosis later in life. She explains the interplay between female hormones and ADHD symptoms and the way our mood, focus, and medication efficacy can be impacted by our hormones. **We strive to make our podcast gender inclusive. In this episode with Dr. Dara, we talk about hormones through the lens of traditional, cisgender, or birth-assigned gender roles. We realize that t...2023-03-2847 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 004: 3 Strategies for Overcoming ObstaclesThis mini-episode is for anyone who has hit a roadblock and feels like a failure. Lauren and Lindsay highlight two aspects of moving forward. First, the importance of forgiving yourself and extending yourself self-compassion. This can include recognizing and questioning your cognitive distortions, figuring out what will help you reset, listening to other peoples’ stories of struggle to know you’re not alone, and remembering that failure does not define you. Next, in order to move forward, Lauren and Lindsay suggest positive self-talk, surrounding yourself with people who believe in you, and focusing on one task at a time to pr...2023-03-2309 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 004: Overcoming Obstacles to Achieve Your Career Goals with Chris NylandThis week, Lindsay and Lauren talk with Chris Nyland, President of The Campus Agency, a leading college marketing agency. Chris was diagnosed with ADHD as a young child and struggled with school. Rather than becoming discouraged by the numerous obstacles he faced, Chris used these “back against the wall” moments to motivate him. From nearly not graduating from high school to becoming a rock star in the sports marketing industry, Chris achieved his goals. He emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who believe in you and can help advocate on your behalf. He sets an example for both...2023-03-2140 min
The Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 003: What is ADHD Coaching?In this mini episode, Lauren and Lindsay share their client-centered and strengths-based approach to ADHD coaching. They explain the structure of a typical coaching session, what to look for in a coach, and how the coaching relationship is a partnership. They highlight the benefits of working with an ADHD coach and the advantages of group coaching. Mentioned in this Episode: ADDCA International Coaching Federation PAAC Lisa Joy Tuttle’s article in Attention Magazine: Evidence-Based Coaching for Adults with ADHD Reach out with questions, comments, or episode suggestions! hi@thewavybrainpodcast.com 2023-03-1609 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 003: Why ADHD Coaching Is So Effective with Lisa Joy TuttleLisa Joy Tuttle, MA, BCC, NBC-HWC, is the Director of Coaching and Group Programs for the Penn Adult ADHD Treatment and Research Program at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine. She runs her signature Mindful Self-Management® executive skills coaching groups at Penn and is a doctoral student working on her Ph.D. at the California Institute of Integral Studies. Lisa joins Lauren and Lindsay to talk about what ADHD coaching entails, how it fits in with therapy and medication, how the research around it has evolved, and her own experience as an ADHDer pursuing an advanced degree....2023-03-1445 minThe Wavy BrainMini-Ep. 002: The Top 3 Ways Lindsay Manages Her ADHDIn this mini-episode, Lindsay shares the top three ways she manages her ADHD. She talks about the importance of developing self-awareness by learning about your own unique symptoms and traits of ADHD. She tells us the importance of educating yourself on ADHD and neurodiversity. Finally, she reminds us to have self-compassion for ourselves and the twists and turns in our lives. Mentioned in this Episode: www.thewavybrain.com | @thewavybrain2023-03-0908 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 002: Lindsay’s StoryIt’s Lindsay’s time to share her story. Lindsay talks about growing up, struggling through school, rising up through the corporate world, and parenting with ADHD. She talks about the lightbulb moment once she finally started learning about her ADHD and paired medication with group coaching. Lindsay also talks about the decision to pivot in her career and embrace how her wavy brain works. Lindsay reminds us that everyone’s experience with ADHD is unique, but we can support one another on our journeys. Mentioned in this Episode: The challenges for neurodivergent people...2023-03-0745 minThe Wavy BrainMini-Ep 001: The Top 3 Ways Lauren Manages her ADHDIn our first mini-episode, Lauren shares the top 3 ways she manages her ADHD. For Lauren, it is absolutely essential to get enough sleep each night for her brain to function. She also needs breaks during the day where she does short enjoyable activities that give her dopamine hits. Finally, she manages sensory overload by splitting up her two kids and spending one-on-one time with each as much as possible. Everyone is unique, but these three practical tips will hopefully bring more ease into your life. Mentioned in this Episode: Laurenascher.com | @ADHDCoachLaurenAscher (IG)2023-03-0209 min
The Wavy BrainEp. 001: Lauren's StoryWe are your hosts, Lauren and Lindsay, and we are so thrilled to bring you The Wavy Brain. We are two ADHD coaches on a mission to get more people talking about the different ways our brains work, so we can embrace the good, bad, and ugly to see more of what our wavy brains can do. In our first episode, Lauren talks about her experience with ADHD and shares some wisdom from her experience. Mentioned in this Episode: Lauren talks about her experience in finally learning about her ADHD at age 39 and how it...2023-02-2831 minThe Wavy BrainTrailer: Welcome to The Wavy BrainThe Wavy Brain podcast is hosted by ADHD coaches Lindsay Binette & Lauren Ascher. Each week we explore the intersection of work, life, and neurodiversity with a range of exciting guests who have navigated the twists and turns of ADHD and other neuro-differences.2023-02-1301 min