Jun 23, 2022
AHHH! Our ADHD brains CRAVE a daily structured routine, but our busy brains have the hardest time CREATING it!! Some days feel impossible to navigate and this is why getting help to put a structured routine in place is a must!
In this episode, you will learn all about WHY our brain craves a structured routine and HOW we can help our brains find success in this area of struggle!
WHY does your brain love structured routines???
🌟It PROVIDES organization and predictability, which helps us
regulate emotions and feel more externally in control in our
environment.
🌟It PREVENTS more frequent conflicts. The predictability helps us
find more success in coping with stress and anxiety!
🌟It PROACTIVELY builds skills and habits which makes our busy brain
so happy to experience success in those skill and habit areas
(chores, activities, meals, etc.) HOWEVER executive function
challenges need to be taken into account and accommodations may
need to be made in this process of growing more independent in some
skills…
🌟It PRODUCES more confidence and improves self-esteem as you can
continue to set you kiddo up for success within a structured
routine! Plus, if it’s a family affair, they don’t feel singled
out!🙌🏽❤️
HOW can you help your brain create a structured routine?
🌟CREATE a daily schedule of events (prepare a predictable
plan…limit choices and break big activities into smaller, more
manageable things/tasks to do.)
🌟CUSTOMIZE it to you and your child’s need. Include brain breaks,
movement activities, visuals, visual timers, even time for being
spontaneous…
🌟CONNECT: Continue to check in and connect with your child and
self-check if there is a need for flexibility or a need to include
what our brains also crave…INTERESTS, NOVELTY, URGENCY, or even a
dose of DOPAMINE!!
You will hear about all this and more when you listen in! Visit my website www.katelynmabry.com to get on my email list, order a copy of my book, or even reach out and share a topic idea! I am also always looking for kiddos to share on the podcast too! I would love to hear from you!