ADHD Tip: Use iPhone Reminder Templates to Pack for Trips

Here’s a sample list of my packing list when I’m traveling with my 6-month-old.

Are you someone who loves going on vacations but dreads packing? If you have ADHD, it can be especially overwhelming to make sure you have everything you need. But don't worry, there is a solution! Did you know that you can use your iPhone Reminders App to create a packing template? Here's how:

1. Open your Reminders App and click "Add List".

2. Jot down all the items you need to take when you go on a trip.

3. Click the three dots and press "Save as Template".

4. The next time you are planning your trip, open your Reminders App, click the 3 Dots and then Templates!

5. Save the list as the name of your trip.

6. Share the list with your significant other. Anytime either of you think of something you'll need to take on that trip, add it to the list.

7. Once you start packing, you and your spouse can check off the items as you add them to the car and never forget a thing!

Breaking down tasks into smaller, more manageable steps is a great strategy for anyone with ADHD. And this packing template is a perfect example of how to do just that. By using your iPhone Reminders App, you can make sure you have everything you need for your trip without feeling overwhelmed. So next time you're planning a vacation, give this tip a try and see how much easier packing can be! And remember, celebrate your successes, no matter how small they may seem.

ADHD Coaching Benefits

Living with ADHD as an adult can be incredibly challenging. From struggling to stay focused and organized at work to feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks and responsibilities, it can often feel like an uphill battle. However, there is hope. By working with an ADHD coach on a weekly basis, individuals can develop the skills and strategies needed to manage their symptoms more effectively and improve their overall quality of life.

One of the biggest challenges faced by adults with ADHD is staying on top of their daily responsibilities. Whether it's meeting work deadlines or keeping up with household chores, it can be difficult to stay organized and focused. This can lead to feelings of frustration and overwhelm, which can in turn exacerbate ADHD symptoms.

Another challenge faced by adults with ADHD is managing their time effectively. It's not uncommon for individuals with ADHD to struggle with time management and procrastination, which can make it difficult to complete tasks on time and meet deadlines.

In addition to these challenges, adults with ADHD may also struggle with maintaining focus and attention. This can make it difficult to stay engaged in meetings or conversations, or to complete tasks that require sustained concentration.

Fortunately, ADHD coaching can provide the support and guidance needed to overcome these challenges and improve overall quality of life. By working with an ADHD coach on a weekly basis, individuals can develop the skills and strategies needed to manage their symptoms more effectively.

One key benefit of ADHD coaching is that it provides a sense of accountability. By meeting with a coach on a weekly or biweekly basis, individuals are held accountable for making progress towards their goals. This can be incredibly helpful for those who struggle with procrastination or have a hard time staying motivated.

Another benefit of ADHD coaching is that it provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their challenges and work towards meaningful change. Unlike traditional therapy, which may focus more on exploring the root causes of one's struggles, ADHD coaching is all about taking action and making concrete changes in one's day-to-day life.

ADHD coaching can also help individuals develop specific skills and strategies to manage their symptoms more effectively. This might include things like practicing mindfulness, learning how to break down tasks into smaller, more manageable steps, or developing better organizational habits.

Ultimately, the goal of ADHD coaching is to help individuals with ADHD improve their overall quality of life. By developing the skills and strategies needed to manage their symptoms more effectively, individuals can reduce feelings of overwhelm and frustration and improve their ability to focus and stay on track.

Of course, ADHD coaching is not a magic cure-all. It takes time and effort to develop new skills and habits, and not everyone may be ready or able to commit to weekly coaching sessions. However, for those who are able to give ADHD coaching a try, it can be an incredibly valuable tool for managing one's symptoms and improving overall quality of life.

If you're considering ADHD coaching, I'd love to help you on this journey. Call me at 404-816-0708 to get started on your journey.

It's also important to remember that ADHD coaching is just one of many resources available for those with ADHD. Other resources include support groups, online forums, and self-help books. It's up to each individual to decide which resources are best for them and their unique needs.

Living with ADHD as an adult can be incredibly challenging, but it's important to remember that you're not alone. There are millions of people out there who struggle with ADHD, and there are countless resources available to help you manage your symptoms and live your best life. Whether you decide to pursue ADHD coaching or another form of support, the most important thing is to take action and start working towards meaningful change. With time, effort, and the right support, it is possible to manage ADHD symptoms and lead a fulfilling, successful life.

Pig Latin Isn’t Just For Fun

Pig Latin Isn’t Just For Fun

Have you ever heard of the children speaking “Pig Latin”? If you have, you know it’s a made-up language that can serve as a secret code to communicate with friends. Kids love it! Little do they know, they are completing several phonemic awareness tasks while they speak it. They are required to identify the initial sound in a word, delete the initial sound, move the initial sound to the end of the word, and then add the sound “ay” to the very end of the word.

Healthy School Year Habits

Healthy School Year Habits

Does your child have trouble with planning, time management, or misplacing assignments? You know that your child is smart and capable, but disorganization can make academic success difficult to attain. It can be challenging for students to stay motivated throughout the school year, so here are some healthy habits to make the year go more smoothly and yield better results.

6 Principles to Transform Your Child's Writing Skills

6 Principles to Transform Your Child's Writing Skills

Does your child dread picking up their pencil and writing a paper for school? The real problem is not your child's "lack of interest" in writing, but rather that "American schools haven't been teaching students how to write. Teachers may have assigned writing, but they haven't explicitly taught it in a careful sequence of logical steps beginning at the sentence level." In The Writing Revolution by Judith C. Hochman and Natalie Wexler, there are 6 principles that outline how great writing can be achieved.

Testing Tips and Tricks

Testing Tips and Tricks

Remember that sinking feeling of being immobilized by an exam for which you prepared diligently? The whole school year, you attended class, paid attention, took notes, did your homework, excelled at projects, and now, your mind is blank? For kids who struggle with heightened anxiety, inattention, or other challenges, testing can be insufferable and yield unfavorable results.

Spatial Awareness

Spatial Awareness

Spatial orientation, manipulation, and visualization are important skills that are not traditionally taught in academic settings. However, strengths in these areas lend themselves well to navigation, visual arts, geometry, and engineering. At Academics Plus, we teach geography and spatial thinking with songs and games to encode these lessons efficiently and effectively into memory. When children are engaged in fun and memorable activities, the content sticks with them.

A Simple Tool to Boost Your Child's Learning

A Simple Tool to Boost Your Child's Learning

The WhisperPhone is a small acoustic headset that "enables learners to focus and hear phonemes more clearly as they learn to read, spell, and acquire a new language or process language aloud." Essentially, it allows your child to hear themselves louder and clearer than ever before. This small tool not only amplifies their voice but helps boost their comprehension. There are several activities in which the WhisperPhone elevates the learning experience.

Building Fine Motor Skills

Building Fine Motor Skills

Building fine motor skills is crucial before teaching your child handwriting. Any activity that involves using the small muscles of the hands and fingers are great for your child and their development. You'd be surprised how many everyday objects/activities you already have/know can be used to support your child's fine motor development.

Get Cooking

Get Cooking

At Academics Plus, we teach kids practical skills and cater to their unique learning styles to foster independence in the classroom. During sessions, children learn math concepts such as fractions and measurement in a hands-on, multi-sensory way. The best way to supplement what is introduced at Academics Plus is to continue this way of learning at home. Cooking with your child is an interactive way to teach, integrating sight, touch, sound, smell, and taste. It is also a fun, delicious way to practice STEM concepts. You not only receive assistance with a daily task but your child also learns to apply practical knowledge to build autonomy and achieve mastery.

Syllable Division

Syllable Division

Syllable division is a systematic approach to decoding unknown words. By learning about each syllable type, your child will be able to eventually decode any word, whether that be a real word or a nonsense word. A good rule of thumb is if your child can immediately decode the word, they don't need to syllable divide it. But if they don't know the word right away and can't successfully read it, then they can use the syllable division process to help them read it.