The Vibe With Ky Podcast

The Vibe With Ky Podcast

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The Vibe With Ky Podcast episodes

  • ADHD & Self-Compassion: Navigating Executive Dysfunction Without the Guilt (ft. Lori Glenn)

    Stop feeling guilty about executive dysfunction. In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, Ky explores how to unmask your neurodivergent brain.

    This season is proudly sponsored by Sucreabeille. Check out Ky's custom scent here: https://sucreabeille.com/products/why-did-i-walk-into-this-room

    Ky sits down with Registered Psychotherapist Lori Glenn to discuss the heavy weight of masking in a neurotypical world. They discuss why so many adults label themselves as lazy when their brains hit a wall , and how practicing true self-kindness helps you navigate time blindness and sensory needs.


    • Why time blindness is misunderstood and how it feels.


    • The crucial difference between executive dysfunction and laziness.


    • How Dialectical Behavior Therapy adapts for ADHD brains.


    Lori Glenn Website: https://calmingmindswellness.ca/Lori Glenn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calmingmindswellness

    Join The Vibe With Ky: https://thevibewithky.comMental Health Hub: https://thevibewithky.com/mental-health-resources-hubInstagram: https://instagram.com/thevibewithkyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thevibewithkyFacebook Subscriber Hub: https://www.facebook.com/thevibewithky/subscribe/

    Disclaimer: I am not a licensed mental health professional. Please seek professional help if needed.

    47 min
  • How to Set Intentions That Actually Stick in 2026 (ft. Chelsie Maccarone)

    Stop abandoning your goals by February. In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Chelsie Maccarone explains why standard resolutions often lead to burnout and how to set intentions that fit your real life.


    This season is presented by Sucreabeille and their gender-neutral ADHD scent 'Why Did I Walk Into This Room?' available HERE.


    Instead of trying to bulldoze your personality to build a new one from scratch, Chelsie suggests viewing personal growth like a home renovation. This conversation explores moving out of survival mode and finding peace in the process.


    Key Takeaways:

    • Why you should eat your goals like a cake, one bite at a time.
    • How to regulate your nervous system after years of survival mode.
    • The danger of comparing your reality to a curated social media set.

    More From Chelsie:

    • Healthy Minds & More Website
    • Instagram


    Join The Vibe With Ky: https://thevibewithky.comMental Health Hub: https://thevibewithky.com/mental-health-resources-hubInstagram: https://instagram.com/thevibewithkyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thevibewithkyFacebook Subscriber Hub: https://www.facebook.com/thevibewithky/subscribe/

    Disclaimer: I am not a licensed mental health professional. Please seek professional help if needed.

    32 min
  • Relearning How to Live After Loss (ft. Thomas Attig)

    Stop trying to "let go." In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, Thomas Attig explains why closure is a myth and how to love in separation.

    This season is sponsored by Sucreabeille, creators of the gender-neutral scent "Why Did I Walk Into This Room?" available at https://sucreabeille.com/products/why-did-i-walk-into-this-room

    Ky and Thomas discuss the difference between passive sadness and active grieving. They explain how to carry loved ones with you instead of leaving them behind. This conversation offers a practical roadmap for anyone feeling the physical weight of loss.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Why the five stages model fails most grievers.

    • How to love in separation without forgetting.

    • Ways to handle the physical brain fog of grief.

    Thomas Attig Website: https://griefsheart.com/

    Join The Vibe With Ky: https://thevibewithky.comMental Health Hub: https://thevibewithky.com/mental-health-resources-hubInstagram: https://instagram.com/thevibewithkyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thevibewithkyFacebook Subscriber Hub: https://www.facebook.com/thevibewithky/subscribe/

    Disclaimer: I am not a licensed mental health professional. Please seek professional help if needed.

    1 hr 4 min
  • Overcoming ADHD Project Paralysis: From Idea to Author (ft. Steele Z.H.)

    In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, we tackle the "doom pile" of unfinished work. Ky and author Steele Z.H. discuss beating ADHD paralysis.

    This season is sponsored by Sucreabeille. Check out Ky's exclusive scent at https://sucreabeille.com/products/why-did-i-walk-into-this-room

    Writing a book takes focus that many neurodivergent brains struggle to maintain. Steele shares how he spent five years writing his debut novel by tricking his brain into hyperfocus. They discuss the "two miles" analogy for trauma and why masking hurts men's mental health.

    Top Takeaways

    • How to break massive projects into small dopamine-friendly tasks

    • Why difficult situations often force us to adapt and grow faster

    • The impact of toxic masculinity on mental health

    Steele Z.H. LinksSteele Z.H. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steele.z.h/Buy "What the City Said": https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKQRNMWJ

    Support & ResourcesJoin The Vibe With Ky: https://thevibewithky.comMental Health Hub: https://thevibewithky.com/mental-health-resources-hubInstagram: https://instagram.com/thevibewithkyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thevibewithkyFacebook Subscriber Hub: https://www.facebook.com/thevibewithky/subscribe/

    Disclaimer: I am not a licensed mental health professional. Please seek professional help if needed.

    49 min
  • Perimenopause Weight Gain: Why It Happens & How to Fix It (ft. Renee Fitton)

    In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, Ky asks Renee Fitton why diet rules stop working in midlife. Learn how to reset metabolism and fix brain fog.

    This season is presented by Sucreabeille. Check out Ky's exclusive scent HERE!

    Ky and Registered Dietitian Renee Fitton discuss why perimenopause causes sudden weight gain and systemic inflammation. They explain the science of fasting mimicking diets and how a short-term nutrition reset can trigger cellular cleanup without the stress of starvation.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Why calorie restriction often backfires during menopause.

    • How the Fasting Mimicking Diet reduces inflammation markers.

    • The link between anxiety, caffeine, and processed foods.

    Renee Fitton Instagram:

    • Renee's Instagram - @FittonNutrition
    • Prolon

    Join The Vibe With Ky:

    • Official Website
    • Instagram - @TheVibeWithKy
    • Patreon
    • Facebook Subscriber

    Disclaimer: I am not a licensed mental health professional. Please seek professional help if needed.

    54 min
  • S7-E2: ADHD Systems That Work (ft. Chris Wang)

    Do planners make you feel like a failure? In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, Ky sits down with Shimmer founder Chris Wang to explain why.

    This season is sponsored by Sucreabeille (https://sucreabeille.com/).

    They explore why traditional productivity advice often fails the ADHD brain. Chris describes how to build "scaffolding" and use body doubling to hack executive dysfunction without shame. Listeners will find out how to move from willpower to infrastructure.

    You will learn:

    • Why emotional regulation affects productivity

    • How to use body doubling effectively

    • All about the new free Indy app

    Chris Wang Links:

    • Website: https://www.shimmer.care/

    • Indy App: https://www.shimmer.care/indy

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhd.christal/

    Ky's Resources:

    • Join The Vibe With Ky: https://thevibewithky.com

    • Join Ky on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thevibewithky

    • Instagram: https://instagram.com/thevibewithky

    Disclaimer: I am not a licensed mental health professional. Please seek professional help if needed.

    44 min
  • Beyond the Dating Swipe: A Chat with Oyku Saran & Eric Waldstein

    In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, Ky tackles the exhaustion of modern dating. If swiping feels like a chore, this conversation offers a refreshing alternative focused on intention.

    This season is sponsored by Sucreabeille. Check them out at https://sucreabeille.com/

    Oyku Saran and Eric Waldstein are the founders of Beyond, a vetted community for honest connections. They join the show to discuss why traditional apps lead to fatigue and how "Radical Honesty" changes the way we connect. The group talks about the difference between jealousy and anxiety and Eric explains why jealousy is often data telling you where you do not feel safe.

    Key Takeaways:

    • How to define relationships on your own terms

    • Why jealousy is often data telling you where you feel unsafe

    • The importance of mandatory video vetting for safety

    Guest Links:

    • Join Beyond (Exclusive Link): https://beyond.app.link/join/oyku?campaign=thevibewithky

    • Website: https://www.datebeyond.co

    • Instagram: https://instagram.com/datebeyond

    • Oyku Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheerswithoyku

    • Eric Instagram: https://instagram.com/eraq

    Ky's Resources:

    • Join The Vibe With Ky: https://thevibewithky.com

    • Mental Health Hub: https://thevibewithky.com/mental-health-resources-hub/

    • Instagram: https://instagram.com/thevibewithky

    Disclaimer: I am not a licensed mental health professional. Please seek professional help if needed.

    54 min
  • S6-E48: SEASON FINALE - "EFT Tapping for ADHD Brains — ft. Theresa Lear Levine"

    Does success feel like exhaustion in disguise? Stop white-knuckling through life and learn strategies to regulate your nervous system for true peace of mind.

    In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast Ky sits down with Theresa Lear Levine. Theresa is an EFT Master Practitioner and Certified Hypnotherapist. She explains why high achievers get stuck in the SAFE trap. You will hear how emotional acupuncture helps ADHD brains focus. Theresa argues peace acts as the foundation for real power. Calm is not a reward for productivity. Start your healing journey today.

    Guest Links:Website: https://theresalearlevine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresalearlevine/Tapping Videos: https://theprivatesessions.com/

    Disclaimer: Ky is not a licensed mental health professional.

    54 min
  • S6-E47 - "ADHD Money Management: Letting Go Of Financial Shame - ft. Brynne Conroy

    You are not bad with money. Traditional finance advice often fails neurodivergent brains. Learn how to use your unique strengths to build wealth today.

    In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast Ky chats with finance writer Brynne Conroy. She explains why standard money rules do not work for everyone. You learn why passion and hyperfocus serve as assets rather than deficits. Brynne shares how she went from "digging out of poverty" to financial health. We discuss "environmental supports" like alerts to protect your future self. Brynne introduces PocketSmith as a tool to customize your budget.

    Get 50% off PocketSmith for the first two months here: https://my.pocketsmith.com/friends/vibewithky.

    Connect with Brynne Conroy and PocketSmith: https://pocketsmith.com or https://www.instagram.com/pocketsmith/.


    Disclaimer: Ky is not a licensed mental health professional. Consult a professional for medical or financial advice.

    47 min
  • S6-E46: Resilience and Reinvention — ft. Tegan Broadwater on The Vibe With Ky Podcast

    Feel like you are wearing a mask every day? Discover how former undercover cop Tegan Broadwater found empathy in a dangerous gang and learned to reinvent himself.

    In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, Ky sits down with Tegan Broadwater. Tegan shares his incredible story of going undercover inside a notorious gang. He lived a double life. He had to become someone else to survive. This conversation goes deeper than police work. It explores the human connection found in unlikely places. Tegan talks about the moment he realized the people he investigated were not simply criminals. He saw their humanity. This perspective shift changed his life forever. Ky and Tegan discuss how to find clarity when life feels chaotic. They talk about reinventing yourself when everything falls apart. If you feel stuck, this episode offers a new way to look at resilience. Tegan also shares his mission to help the 104 children left fatherless after his operation. He now works to break the cycle of violence through mentorship.

    Connect with Tegan Broadwater:

    • Official Website: https://teganbroadwater.com/

    • Book: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Fishbowl-undercover-gang-infested-neighborhood/dp/0578661624

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teganbroadwater/

    Disclaimer: Ky is not a licensed mental health professional. The content in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes. If you need professional help, please seek a qualified therapist or medical provider.

    52 min

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Join Kyrus Keenan Westcott for honest, funny, and deeply relatable conversations about ADHD, mental health, and the chaos of being human, on The Vibe With Ky Podcast, sponsored by Sucreabeille.

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