Author: Empoweredadhdlife

Easy ways to group tasks for ADHD success

The ADHD brain often views time as ”now” or ”not now”. Here are some easy ways to group tasks for ADHD success. Key factors in setting up routines are to make it simple. Automate everything that can be automated. This article discussing some of these concepts. How to use the ”microwave minute” Check out my… Continue reading Easy ways to group tasks for ADHD success

Gymnastics scoring made simple

Gymnastics scoring can be a mystery for spectators without a gymnastics background. In the early years of our our compulsory gymnastics journey, there were many times I couldn’t understand why my daughters scores were so different than her peers. She was doing well, and I was proud of her accomplishments regardless of the number of… Continue reading Gymnastics scoring made simple

How to achieve an ADHD friendly diet

Food can bring great pleasure to people. It can also be a source of guilt or stress as we understand how poor food choices can impact our health. The ADHD brain sometimes is especially sensitive to negative impacts of poor food choices. However, planning and implementing healthy food choices can be overwhelming in the sometimes… Continue reading How to achieve an ADHD friendly diet

Make cleaning count for learning

Just to be clear, cleaning is not the extent of our homeschooling education. In fact not much of the regular cleaning burden falls on my kiddos due to their hefty gymnastics and dance schedule. However, as a busy working, homeschooling mom, I love when I can find ways to work smart, not hard. And when… Continue reading Make cleaning count for learning

What to look for when choosing a gymnastics program

Many of the same skills can be found in different gymnastics programs. Our experience has been with the USAG Development Program, formally known as the Junior Olympics program. However I have also learned a lot about the Xcel program, also part of USAG. Both programs have different benefits. There are other programs available, but comparing… Continue reading What to look for when choosing a gymnastics program

Easy stress balls for ADHD

My kiddos both love these easy stress balls for ADHD! Okay, let’s be real, I enjoy squeezing them too. As a busy working, homeschooling mom in an ADHD affected household, I can use all the stress relief I can get. I also love that these can be a super fast and easy science experiment. If… Continue reading Easy stress balls for ADHD

Unique essential oil teachers gifts for all price ranges

I love opportunities to show love and appreciation for coaches or teachers that pour into my kids. However, coming up with something useful and unique can be hard. Staying within budget can be a challenge. I always feel like the girls come up with more people than I expect that need appreciation. Here are some… Continue reading Unique essential oil teachers gifts for all price ranges

How to make an itch stick with essential oils

Summertime is rapidly approaching. My family and I love lots of time outdoors! However, with time outdoors comes the risk of occasional bug bites. These can be quite the itchy nuisance. Here’s how to make an itch stick with essential oils to help. ADHD benefits of time outdoors Time outdoors is an easy way to… Continue reading How to make an itch stick with essential oils

How to achieve successful transitions with ADHD kiddos

Changing activities can be hard with an ADHD kiddo. Their brain often sees time as ”now” or ”not now” Emotional regulation and impulse control can be a challenge. Here are some tips on how to achieve successful transitions with ADHD kiddos. Plan WITH them Kiddos with ADHD are often very smart. However, they lack the… Continue reading How to achieve successful transitions with ADHD kiddos