Day 5 of Neurodiversity Awareness Week! 🧠🎙️

Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) isn’t a hearing problem — it’s a processing problem. The ears work fine, but the brain struggles to interpret sounds, follow speech, or filter out background noise.

If loud environments feel overwhelming or instructions don’t “stick” — this could be why. You’re not alone. 💙

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When “life’s not fair because people don’t SEE or THINK like I do…” (real quote from a student I used to work with) #overcomedoubt #kainosjoy #lovewins #adhders #autism #neurodiversityawareness #neurodiversitysupport #adhdselfimprovement

Neurodiversity Awareness DAY 2: Conflict & Forgiving is #kainos #overcomedoubt #adhdlove #kainosjoy

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Kevin Howley: Healing Through Juggling - Toss Catch Heal & Juggle Jitsu

Kevin Howley, creator of Toss Catch Heal and Juggle Jitsu, is a trauma-informed neurosomatic coach and certified neuromuscular therapist who uses juggling and mindful movement for nervous system regulation and trauma recovery. Born with physical challenges, Kevin discovered that rhythmic, embodied motion can rewire the brain, manage anxiety, PTSD, grief, and support neurodivergent individuals.

His work blends somatic therapy with juggling techniques—Toss Catch Heal offers gentle, trauma-sensitive movement to create nervous system safety, while Juggle Jitsu uses dynamic patterns inspired by martial arts. Both leverage bilateral stimulation and neuroplasticity to rewire the brain and promote emotional regulation.

Key Highlights:

[00:01] Introduction to Kevin Howley - Trauma-informed coach merging juggling with nervous system regulation

[05:09] Toss Catch Heal Explained - Gentle somatic practice helping trauma survivors feel safe and regulated

[08:42] Movement as Energy Release - Why fidgeting and movement are natural nervous system regulation, especially for ADHD

[28:49] Bilateral Stimulation & Neuroplasticity - How juggling works like EMDR therapy to rewire the brain

[32:48] Family Engagement - "Families who juggle together stay together" - building connection through playful movement

[37:08] Clowning & Inner Child Healing - Reconnecting with joy and authenticity through performance arts

[38:45] Practical Juggling Demo - Using scarves to teach mindful movement, muscle memory, and emotional regulation

Key Insights:

Movement-Based Healing - Rhythmic motion rewires the brain and regulates the nervous system beyond talk therapy

Somatic Safety First - Creating nervous system safety through slow, gentle movement is foundational for trauma healing

Energy Needs Release - Movement like fidgeting is a natural regulatory mechanism, not misbehavior

Bilateral Brain Stimulation - Juggling's side-to-side tracking promotes neuroplasticity similar to EMDR therapy

Emotions as Juggling - Normalizing "drops" as part of the healing process, not failure

Family Connection - Shared juggling strengthens communication and bonding, especially when verbal communication is challenging

Inner Child Expression - Clowning and juggling reconnect us with joy, playfulness, and emotional openness

Kevin's approach is inclusive and adaptable for diverse learners, including those with autism, cerebral palsy, or vision impairments. He emphasizes persistence, micro-stepping (Kaizen philosophy), and creativity in learning juggling. Frustration and "ball dropping" are normal parts of growth, not failure.

His philosophy connects juggling to rhythm, energy flow, and emotional balance—making it a unique blend of physical, emotional, and neurological healing accessible to everyone.

Connect with Kevin Howley:

https://tosscatchheal.healthavenues.com/

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Rsd explained @ADHD_Chatter_Podcast

Original link- please check out his channel… very informative!

https://youtu.be/wmEJEt6M9U0?si=vRjl8QaZgHaIkXKm

Can’t they meet us halfway…? Give a listen…👂 #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #neurotribes #kainosjoy #kainos #adhd #neuromyths #impulsive #podcast #brainasymmetry

Dr. William (Bill) Dodson, M.D., LF-APA, is a board-certified adult psychiatrist and has spent his career helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes from ADHD treatment.

Dr. Dodson has been instrumental in advancing the field’s understanding of the emotional component of ADHD, most notably through his recognition of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (“RSD”) as a core feature.

His work with patients with highly complex psychiatric needs has earned him international acclaim. He has written more than 120 articles and produced 17 webinars for ADDitude and the Attention Deficit Disorder Association. He serves on ADDitude’s Medical Advisory Panel.

Chapters:

00:54 What is RSD and how people experience it

07:11 Why did you coin the phrase ‘RSD’

12:55 Is RSD a lonely experience

19:05 Is RSD your inner child throwing a tantrum

22:26 The link between emotional dysregulation and RSD

28:22 The darkest side of RSD

34:59 Dealing with regrets after an ADHD diagnosis

37:01 Tiimo advert

42:59 RSD is women VS men

45:16 How long an RSD trigger lasts

47:18 Can RSD be comparable to PTSD

49:16 RSD in romantic relationships

01:04:50 Can RSD cause agoraphobia or OCD

01:07:25 Tools to stop RSD

01:11:40 Other names for RSD

01:14:01 Audience questions

Visit Dr William’s website 👉 https://www.dodsonadhdtreatment.com

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Buy Alex's book entitled 'Now It All Makes Sense' 👉 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Now-All-Makes-Sense-Diagnosis/dp/1399817817

Get 30% off an annual Tiimo subscription 👉 https://www.tiimoapp.com/offers/adhdchatter

Producer: Timon Woodward 

Recorded by: Hamlin Studios

Trailer editor: Ryan Faber

DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

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