What happens when a family builds their entire life around untreated OCD? In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, Ky talks with author Lauren Henry Brehm about her book The French Court: Essays from One Family’s Legacy of Mental Illness.

Lauren shares how her grandmother’s compulsions shaped three generations, why silence became the family rule, and how writing gave her the courage to tell the truth. She opens up about living with depression, suicidal ideation, and receiving an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis late in life. Her story shows the cost of untreated mental illness and the hope that comes with compassion.

This conversation will make you reflect on your own family story and remind you that healing is a process worth walking.

Learn more about Lauren and get her book here: https://a.co/d/17XaFtJ
Visit Ky’s website: https://thevibewithky.com

What if the ADHD brain didn’t need to be fixed, just heard differently? Ghiya Rushidat is building music that does exactly that.

In this episode, I sit down with composer Ghiya Rushidat, creator of Chasing Dopamine, a new album designed to soothe, energize, and support neurodivergent minds. We talk about why silence matters in film scores, how sound can regulate overstimulated nervous systems, and what it means to “chase dopamine” as an adult with ADHD. Ghiya also shares why she stopped masking, how she’s healing through music, and what inspired her upcoming platform My Instant Zen.

This conversation is full of laughs, honesty, and real talk about ADHD, identity, and sound as support. If your brain feels “too much” or “not enough,” this one’s for you.

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As always, my friends, much love and good vibes.

Ever feel like you go from calm to “why am I so mad right now?” in seconds? You are not alone.

In this solo episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I unpack why people with ADHD get frustrated so quickly and share five tools that help me keep those moments from taking over my day.

We talk about how ADHD affects emotional regulation, why our brain’s “pause button” sometimes goes missing, and the common triggers that can turn a small inconvenience into a big reaction. I walk you through my personal framework for handling frustration, including a “Frustration Exit Plan” born from a spilled iced coffee, and how to spot your own patterns so you can prepare ahead of time.

If ADHD frustration has ever left you drained or guilty, this episode will give you practical ideas you can try today and the reassurance that you are not broken.

Tune in and see which tool might be your new go-to.

Ever wondered what “Autism masking” really means and how it impacts everyday life?

In this episode, I sit down with Kieran Rose, also known as The Autistic Advocate, to break down the truth about masking, burnout, and living authentically as an Autistic adult.

We dig into the difference between survival masking and projecting acceptability, the toll masking takes on mental health, and how it shapes identity over time. Kieran shares personal experiences, research-backed insight, and actionable ideas for unmasking in safe, supportive ways. We also touch on late diagnosis, the connection between ADHD and Autism, and why changing public perceptions matters.

If you have ever felt like you had to perform just to fit in, this conversation will hit home. Listen in for validation, understanding, and a reminder that your authentic self is worth showing up for.

Learn more about Kieran Rose:

• Website: https://theautisticadvocate.com
• Join the Facebook group Autism Late Diagnosis/Self-Identification Support and Education: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DYa81r51s/

What happens when you’re parenting a neurodivergent child… and realize you might be neurodivergent too?

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Rozelle Gipson, a late-diagnosed ADHD mom, mental health advocate, and future licensed counselor who shares her powerful story of navigating diagnosis, chaos, and self-acceptance at 37.

We talk about what ADHD looks like at 40, how the signs showed up in her daughter before she saw them in herself, and the emotional weight of trying to hold everything together without the right tools. Rozelle opens up about the grief that followed her diagnosis, her experience with therapy, and the beauty of finally feeling seen.

If you’ve ever struggled to juggle parenting, your mental health, and just being a human, this episode will hit home.

Tune in to hear how Rozelle learned to live with her brain, not against it.

What if the reason you feel burned out and disconnected as a leader isn’t because you’re doing it wrong, but because you’re leading from fear, not purpose?

In this episode, I’m joined by leadership coach Lindsay Yellin to explore what it really means to lead from the inside out.

We dive deep into the mental and emotional side of leadership, especially for high achievers who look successful on the outside but feel misaligned on the inside. Lindsay shares her journey from advertising VP before 30 to helping people lead with clarity, connection, and values. We talk about burnout, self-worth, the pressure to perform, and the courage it takes to slow down and ask, “Is this still working for me?”

Whether you’re managing a team or just trying to manage your own life, this conversation will give you the permission and perspective to lead yourself differently.

Ready to stop performing leadership and actually feel like a leader? Hit play.

• Follow Lindsay on Instagram: https://instagram.com/lindsayyellin
• Subscribe to her newsletter: https://yellingroundsforgrowth.myflodesk.com/groundsforgrowth
• Learn more about her work: https://yellencoaching.com

What happens when a major publication questions whether ADHD is even real? I had a lot of thoughts. And I’m sharing all of them in this solo episode.

In this episode, I react to the New York Times Magazine article titled “Have We Been Thinking About ADHD All Wrong?” by Paul Tough, and what it got right, what it missed, and why it matters.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed or doubted in your ADHD journey, this one’s for you. I walk through the article’s boldest claims: from questioning ADHD as a medical diagnosis, to the rise in adult diagnoses, to the effectiveness of medication. I share my lived experience, challenge the oversimplified narrative, and spotlight the real people who rely on support systems that actually work.

You’ll hear some frustration, but also some hope. Because even when the conversation gets messy, it’s worth having.

Can we rethink ADHD without erasing the people it affects? Let’s talk about it.

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When life feels overwhelming, is it still possible to find joy? Dr. Kryss Shane says yes, and it might be simpler than you think.

This episode is for anyone navigating ADHD, anxiety, or emotional burnout who’s craving real, lasting joy without the guilt.

Ky sits down with author, educator, and mental health advocate Dr. Kryss Shane to talk about what it means to embrace joy as part of healing. They explore how ADHD affects our ability to rest and recharge, how joy can exist even in hard moments, and why small rituals like “dopamine dressing” or watching The Golden Girls can be powerful acts of resistance.

Together, they share stories, laughs, and real-life strategies for giving yourself permission to feel good, even when it feels undeserved.

If you’ve ever thought “I should be doing more” or felt guilty for enjoying the moment, this one’s for you.

Learn more about Dr. Kryss Shane and her work:

• Official Website: https://www.thisiskryss.com/
• Follow Kryss on Instagram: http://instagram.com/thisiskryss

Ever stop mid-scroll and think, “Wait… do I have ADHD?” You’re not alone, and this episode breaks down exactly what to do next.

In this solo episode, Ky shares how to get tested for ADHD as an adult, step by step, without the confusion and overwhelm.

You’ll learn what ADHD testing actually involves, how long it takes, who can diagnose you, and what to do if you don’t have insurance or a big budget. Ky also talks honestly about the emotional aftermath of getting diagnosed later in life, everything from grief and relief to frustration and self-compassion.

He explores different testing options, from primary care doctors and therapists to online platforms like ADHD Online and Done. If you’ve ever felt like your symptoms were missed, misunderstood, or dismissed, this one’s for you.

Thinking about taking that first step? Press play and find out what testing looks like, what it costs, and how to advocate for yourself with confidence.

• Shimmer ADHD Coaching - Visit Shimmer and get $75 OFF with the code: VIBEWITHKY
• Navigating ADHD & Adulthood Guidebook
• DONE. - Special ADHD care made for adults with ADHD.
• ADHD Online - Expert Mental Health Care
• CHADD - Empowering people affected by ADHD.
• Human Health - Track symptoms and medications.

For more from Ky, visit TheVibeWithKy.com.

Feeling burned out even when things look good on paper? You’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to stay that way.

In this episode, we’re talking about real healing, internal alignment, and what it means to truly feel peace in a world that pushes constant hustle.

Ky is joined by Regena Rosa-Celeste Ozeryansky, also known as The Internal Peace Revolutionist. She’s a bestselling author, speaker, and spiritual strategist helping high achievers stop the burnout cycle and finally feel aligned. Regena shares her personal story of walking away from a high-performing real estate career, what “Hot Girl Summer” means when it’s about emotional wellness, and her favorite tools (yep, 50+ of them) for restoring balance from the inside out.

They dive into nervous system resets, breaking free from perfectionism, and how inner peace leads to real-world success. This one is packed with heart, honesty, and practical ways to slow down without giving up.

If you’ve been craving more clarity, less chaos, and a reason to exhale—this episode is it.

Follow Regena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/internalpeacerevolutionist/
Visit her website: https://www.internalpeacenow.com/
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yogirealestatereg/