ADHD, Self-Regulation, and the Holidays

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is largely an issue of self-regulation. The challenge of engaging your attention on things that are not of interest and then disengaging your attention on topics that light up your brain. Often, self-regulation is more challenging when tempted by things that might not be productive. The holidays are full of challenges for those with ADHD. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) shares lessons learned as a coach and interviewer of thought experts with long-time listener EV.  If you struggle during the holidays or want insight to better manage your experience, listen to this show.

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works.

Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.

ADHD and the Importance of Intentional Daydreaming

In our world today, it is all about productivity, sticking to a schedule, focusing on what is important. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) shares lessons learned as a coach with Christine Robinson (www.addactioncoach.com) around the importance of daydreaming, creativity, and innovative thinking. They talk about how the emphasis on productivity and methodical thinking gets in the way of those with ADHD but also leads to blame and shame. If you know inside of you there is something good and are capable but struggle with having things manifest, this show gives insight to help you understand the many obstacles that get in your way.

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works.

Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.

ADHD: Using Religion as a Tool to Manage Emotions

Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder struggle with self-regulation. Attention is something that needs to be regulated, but also emotions. For the most part, we think of religion as a spiritual, intimate, relationship with God. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews guest EV on the topic of spirituality and ADHD. They discuss the key components of emotional self-regulation and how religion can often be a tool to help down-regulate emotions and manage ADHD. There’s a spiritual side to religion that can be used as a tool to manage ADHD more effectively. If you struggle with emotions and if religion or spirituality speaks to you, listen to this show. You’ll be surprised at how your spirituality can positively impact the challenges of ADHD. 

 

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works.

 

Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.

ADHD and Thanksgiving: An Attitude Adjustment

Managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is challenging.  It is frustrating and problems abound. Over time it can manifest as a negative attitude and outlook. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) shares lessons learned as an ADHD coach and from interviews with experts. In sharing what he has learned, he challenges you to take advantage of the Thanksgiving holiday as a platform to be thankful and begin to practice gratitude to shift your attention and, more importantly, your attitude that will set up your mind (mindset) to live a more fulfilling life.  If you are down, frustrated, or on a quest for the secrets of life, listen to this insightful episode.

 

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works. Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff, go to http://www.digcoaching.com.

ADHD and Observations: Basic Truths

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can be very confusing and even more confusing if you’re attending to the wrong things. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, attention and ADHD coach Jeff Copper talks about basic observations and simple truths with ADHD parent coach Caroline Maguire (http://necoaching.com). In their discussion, they illuminate things observed that most others miss and obstruct progress of the ADHD crowd. If you realize that what you’re attending to isn’t impacting your ADHD struggles, listen to this interview.

ADHD and Learning: The Role of a Teacher and Potential Problems

A teacher’s job is to make learning easier, but, often, it doesn’t work for those with ADHD. Many of them struggle to ask teachers for help and, at times, don’t even know what questions to ask. In their frustration those with ADHD end up doing it the hard way…trying to learn on their own. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) has an open and frank discussion with EV around the challenges in learning. They discuss insights from what Jeff has learned from coaching others in learning environments and share examples of some of the struggles, as well as the mindsets that helped them move forward. If you find learning in a classroom setting is hard, you’ll find this interview helpful.

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works.

Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com/

You Can’t Treat ADHD through a Lens of Blame or Shame

Beware of making sweeping statements that take you away from facing ADHD head on. You could end up fighting the wrong fight. It can be a direct route to finding yourself filled with shame and frustration. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) has an open discussion with Laura MacNiven (www.springboardclinic.com) on the topic. They talk about the value of regulating emotions in addressing ADHD directly. They give tangible examples of what it looks like to face ADHD head on, and they share key insights and mindsets that will help you problem-solve. If you are frustrated, feeling down about yourself, or even victimized in your mental health journey, this is a show you won’t want to miss.

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by Jeff Copper, attention and ADHD coach, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works.

Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.

ADHD Parenting: Mindset and How to be Effective

You are an ADHD parent and you love your kids. You want the best for them. Often you get caught up in the emotion of a situation and react in a way that feels good but is not necessarily productive. Take bullying for example. When your kid is victimized, the reaction is to lash out. Question is, though, is lashing out the most productive? In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews ADHD parent coach, Caroline Maguire (www.necoaching.com; www.carolinemaguireauthor.com), author of the new book Why Will No One Play With Me? They talk about the trick to ADHD parenting, how mindset is everything, and how the well-intended natural reaction isn’t always productive, as well as the theory behind it. If your child is struggling socially, with or without ADHD, this is a show you don’t want to miss.

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing the symptoms in adults with ADD or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It helps adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works.

Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.

ADHD: Understanding It, Getting It, and the Aha!

Those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder struggle in everyday life. Many are on a quest seeking tips, tricks, solutions, and strategies so they can manage and deal with the condition. They seek out help from cognitive behavioral therapists, psychologists, and ADHD coaches. Many times, they go through the motions, talking the talk, but don’t actually implement it. Other times, it actually clicks, and finally it all comes together. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) and Dr. Ari Tuckman (www.adultadhdbook.com) discuss the concept of things “clicking.” They discuss the elusive nature of the “click” and share thoughts around what it’s all about. If you have an open mind, listen to this show; it’s guaranteed to make you think!

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works.

Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.

What if We Looked at ADHD as a Dopamine Addiction?

Many people are confused about ADHD. It’s not so much a deficit of attention, but rather a self-regulation issue. It’s easy to understand the confusion; after all, deficit of attention is in its name. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, ADHD coach Jeff Copper (www.digcoaching.com) interviews Dr. Ari Tuckman (www.adultadhdbook.com) to talk about the physics of electricity in the brain that makes up the biology manifesting in ADHD behavior.  Along the way, they also discuss the major role that the neurotransmitter dopamine plays in ADHD and then use the concept of a dopamine addiction to explain ADHD in a way that is amazingly simple. The model will put a spotlight on the “why” behind self-regulation and ADHD behavior. If you are intrigued by the “why,” you’ll find this show very insightful.

Attention Talk Radio is the leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD), including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Attention Talk Radio, hosted by attention coach Jeff Copper, is designed to help adults and children (particularly those diagnosed with or impacted by attention deficit disorder or its symptoms) in life or business who are stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated. It will help adults and children get unstuck and moving forward by helping to open their minds and pay attention to what works.

Attention Talk Radio host Jeff Copper is an ADHD coach. To learn more about Jeff go to www.digcoaching.com.