The ADHD Skills Lab

In this episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, we sit down with Tevis Houston, the mind behind Friends Everywhere, a studio that partners with major brands like Levi's and Vans. We dive into the impact of late diagnosis, the power of ADHD strengths in the creative industry, and the importance of building supportive communities.Since we are so close to the holidays, I have taken some of the core ADHD strategies Tevis discusses and dressed them up for the holidays! You will find this list below!Thanks for being here! Until next time,Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)Here is a list of 3 tips to survive this holiday season with ADHD:1. Leverage Your Natural StrengthsThe Tip: Tevis mentions her ability to "pivot quickly" is a benefit in her creative work.The Action: Over this next month, embrace multitasking in ways that fuel you—like decorating while listening to festive music or brainstorming gift ideas while cooking.2. Prioritize Breaks to Rest and ResetThe Tip: Tevis shared how taking breaks is her way to “reset.”The Action: Schedule short breaks throughout the day during the holiday rush. Use them to step outside, do a quick breathing exercise, or enjoy a cup of tea.3. Sleep on Big DecisionsThe Tip: Tevis recommends “sleeping on it”.The Action: Apply this to holiday spending or major planning choices!!! Write down ideas and revisit them after a good night’s sleep.Looking for Tevis?Friends Everywhere on Instagramhttps://www.friendseverywhere.co/Looking for more content? Want to get in touch?We would love to hear from you!SubstackIG: Skye @unconventionalorganisationYT: Unconventional Organisation ADHDP.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.

Can we really support our executive functions using movement? Well actually, turns out you can!On this episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, Skye and Sarah want to talk to you about what you can actually do to support your executive functioning, according to the latest ADHD research.Curious about what's inside?Explaining how intentional movement boosts cognition.What's play got to do with it?Some personal reveals from your favorite podcast hosts!Make sure to head over to IG and DM Skye the word "PLAY" and she will send you a list of 30ish ways to play! Because not everyone has time to brainstorm an entire list...Thanks for being here! Until next time,Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)References:03:02 Effect of an acute bout of exercise on executive function and sleep in children with ADHD and ASD14:38 The Effect of a Group-Based Play Therapy on Executive Function,Working Memory and Self-Efficacy in Children with ADHDLooking for more content? Want to get in touch?We would love to hear from you!IG: Skye @unconventionalorganisationYT: Unconventional Organisation ADHDP.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.

Curious about how ADHD brains learn stuff? Brandon Hendrickson, Founder of Science is Weird is here to chat about this and so much more! Curious about what's inside?Discussion of unconventional learning methodsHow to harness intrinsic motivation to increase engagementWonderful tangents into other scientific disciplinesIf you are looking for a fresh take on education and ADHD, you won't want to miss this episode!Thanks for being here! Until next time,Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)INSTEAD OF REFERENCES, I AM SHARING...Brandon's Book Recommendations:Driven to Distraction by John Ratey and Ned Hallowell – This was Brandon's introduction to ADHD, and it helped him understand his own experience.Getting It Wrong From the Beginning by Kieran Egan – A history of education that challenges conventional views on how children learn, particularly focusing on making learning fascinating.Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks – A guide to telling engaging stories, emphasizing the power of transformation in narrative.Looking for Brandon?https://www.scienceisweird.com/*Code for free digital downloads*Use code UNCONVENTIONALMINDSUse code UNCONVENTIONALHYPERFOCUSLooking for more content? Want to get in touch?We would love to hear from you!SubstackIG: Skye @unconventionalorganisationYT: Unconventional Organisation ADHDP.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.

What do you know about the Autonomic Nervous System and its connection to ADHD? In this week’s episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, we welcome resident expert Abbie J. for a bite-sized yet powerful breakdown of how the ANS impacts emotional regulation in ADHD.Curious about what's inside?Discover the different nervous systems at play, explained in a simple, digestible wayWhy "we’re meant to be dysregulated"—and how to shift out of itWhat micro-moments are and how they can change your dayLearn to be seaweed—a grounding technique that uses the slowest, most subtle movements to reset your nervous systemThanks for being here! Until next time,Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)P.S. Skye here—email me "GROUNDING" at [email protected] or DM me on IG, and I’ll send you my free article on grounding techniques for ADHD!ReferencesDysregulation of the autonomic nervous system in adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: A systematic reviewAn Individualized, Data-Driven Biological Approach to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) HeterogeneityIs autonomic nervous system function atypical in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? A systematic review of the evidenceHeart rate variability, prefrontal neural function, and cognitive performance: the neurovisceral integration perspective on self-regulation, adaptation, and healthLooking for more content? Want to get in touch?We would love to hear from you!IG: Skye @unconventionalorganisationYT: Unconventional Organisation ADHDP.S. Skye here! Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you have Focused, Balanced Days with ADHD. 1. Subscribe for sections of my new book ‘Focused Balanced Days with ADHD’ in your inbox — Click Here 2. Grab a Quick ADHD Win — Click Here 3. Join Our Focused Balanced Days Coaching Program If you’re an overwhelmed professional who’s been late diagnosed with ADHD and wants research-based, practical strategies, send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll be in touch! — Click Here 4. Work with me Privately If you’d like to work directly with me to build your engine and create meaningful change fast... send me a message and tell me a little about your profession and struggles, and I’ll get you all the details! — Click Here Learn more here.