The Vibe With Ky Podcast

What if ancient Buddhist wisdom could help you stress less, love more, and live with purpose—without changing your entire life?

In this inspiring episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I chat with Janet Ettele—author, mindfulness coach, and Buddhist dharma student. Janet shares how she blends Buddhist teachings into relatable stories through her fiction series How Life Works. We talk about her newest book How Joyous Effort Works (with a foreword by the Dalai Lama), the power of helping others, and how to build a simple mindfulness practice starting today.

Perfect for listeners seeking more peace, purpose, and practical ways to deal with life’s stressors.

Topics we explore:

• What “joyous effort” really means

• Small steps to start a meditation practice

• Why compassion is more powerful than control

• The truth about toxic positivity vs. Buddhist realism

Learn more about Janet:

• Website: https://janetettele.com
• Instagram: @janetettele
• YouTube: Janet Ettele
• X: @JanetEttele

Why do so many smart, capable people still struggle to “get it together”?

In this powerful episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I sit down with Kristen Pressner—TEDx speaker, global HR executive, and mom of four neurodivergent kids—to talk about ADHD awareness and neurodivergence from a refreshingly honest and human perspective. Kristen thought she understood ADHD—until it showed up in every corner of her home. Her story is eye-opening, relatable, and packed with practical insights for neurodivergent adults and their loved ones.

In this episode, we cover:

• The moment Kristen’s understanding of ADHD changed forever

• The truth about “interest brains” vs. “importance brains”

• Why neurotypical solutions often do more harm than good

• How to be a “Brain Friend” in real life

• What workplaces get wrong about ADHD

Whether you have ADHD or love someone who does, this conversation will help you feel seen—and offer new ways to create a more inclusive, supportive world.

Watch Kristen’s TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axIDDiZsM78
Learn more about Kristen: https://www.kristenpressner.com
Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenpressner

What does healing from emotional abuse and trauma really look like—especially when the pain comes in waves and never seems to end?

In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I sit down with author, mother of six, and trauma survivor Julie Barth, whose real-life story of love, loss, and resilience is nothing short of powerful. We dive into what it means to rebuild after grief, how to recognize the subtle signs of emotional abuse, and how Julie’s nonprofit, the Colin James Barth Outreach, is helping women-led households find stability and hope.

This conversation is for anyone who’s felt stuck in a painful cycle, especially women navigating trauma, caregiving, emotional abuse, or grief.

What we cover:

• Healing from emotional abuse and trauma

• Grieving a partner while parenting

• Signs of emotional and financial abuse

• The power of resilience and storytelling

• Julie’s upcoming books and nonprofit mission

Learn more about Julie Barth:
Website: https://www.juliebarthauthor.net
Instagram: @julie_barth_author
Facebook: Julie Barth
LinkedIn: Julie Barth

This is the hope-filled reminder that healing is possible—even if it starts one step at a time.

Struggling to build habits, stay motivated, or manage time with ADHD? You're not alone—and there are real strategies that can help.

In this episode, I sit down with Coach Alex Bellitter, Lead ADHD Coach and Coaching Operations Manager at Shimmer ADHD Coaching, to break down simple, science-backed tools that adults with ADHD can use to feel more in control. From habit-building and energy management to dopamine hacking and body doubling, this episode is packed with tips that are both practical and encouraging. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or deep into your ADHD journey, this episode is for you.

We cover:

• What ADHD coaching actually looks like

• How to build habits that stick

• Tips for time blindness, motivation, and decision fatigue

• How Shimmer supports adults with ADHD

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Learn more about Shimmer ADHD Coaching:
Website: https://shimmer.care/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shimmer.care/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shimmer.health

Perfect for adults with ADHD, late-diagnosed individuals, and anyone looking for actionable strategies that actually work.

How much of who you are is shaped by ADHD? If you could remove it, would you still be the same person? 🤔

On this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I sit down with Justin Leff, a behavioral awareness coach, to explore the deep connection between ADHD and identity. We dive into the ways ADHD impacts personality, decision-making, self-perception, and success. From childhood struggles to adult challenges, we discuss whether ADHD is just an obstacle—or an essential part of how we navigate the world.

In this episode, we discuss:
✅ How ADHD influences identity and self-worth
✅ Whether removing ADHD would change who we are
✅ Why so many people struggle with the “ADHD is a superpower” mindset
✅ How to stop seeing ADHD as something to “fix” and start working with it
✅ The unexpected ways ADHD affects relationships, careers, and creativity

If you've ever wondered how much ADHD shapes your life—or questioned whether you’d be better off without it—this episode is for you. It’s a raw, insightful, and eye-opening conversation that will leave you thinking about ADHD in a whole new way.

🎧 Listen now on all major podcast platforms!

📢 Connect with Justin Leff:
Website: https://www.soliliumcoaching.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soliliumthoughts

Knowing what to do isn’t the problem—doing it is. ADHD coaching can help.

In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I sit down with Chris Wang, Co-Founder & CEO of Shimmer ADHD Coaching, to break down how ADHD coaching helps adults move from frustration to follow-through. Chris shares her journey from being diagnosed with ADHD while pursuing her dual master’s at UC Berkeley to building Shimmer, the #1 ADHD coaching platform for adults.

We cover:

✅ The difference between ADHD coaching, therapy, and medication

✅ How coaching helps with time management, focus, and accountability

✅ Why the “parent-child dynamic” in ADHD relationships happens—and how to fix it

✅ A simple ADHD-friendly strategy you can start using today

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Listen now and start building a life that works for you!

Are you nourishing your life in the way you truly need? 🤔

In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I sit down with Isabel Chiara, a Life Actualization Coach and author of Eat Your Words and Bod Behavior, to talk about whole-life nourishment, self-talk, and breaking negative patterns.

We dive into:
✅ Why nourishment is more than just what you eat 🍽️
✅ How to recognize and stop self-sabotage
✅ The power of rewriting your inner narrative 🧠
✅ Why your triggers might actually be gifts for healing
✅ How the NOURISH App helps you break free from emotional blocks

If you’ve ever felt stuck in old habits, struggled with negative self-talk, or wondered how to truly nourish your mind and soul, this episode is for you. Listen now and start your journey to deeper self-awareness and healing.

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Why aren’t doctors trained to handle mental health? 🤯 Most people turn to their primary care doctor first for anxiety, depression, or stress—but 75-80% of mental health care happens in primary care, and most doctors aren’t properly trained for it. That means millions of people are misdiagnosed or completely overlooked.

In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Robert C. Smith, a University Distinguished Professor and author of Has Medicine Lost Its Mind?, to break down why the healthcare system is failing mental health patients and what we can do about it.

We dive into:

✅ Why most doctors misdiagnose mental health conditions

✅ How medical schools fail to prepare doctors for mental health care

✅ The consequences of untreated mental illness in society

✅ What needs to change to fix the broken system

If you’ve ever felt dismissed by a doctor when talking about mental health, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and let’s start changing the conversation!

Get your copy of Dr. Robert C. Smith's new book "Has Medicine Lost Its Mind" by visiting https://www.robertcsmithmd.com/

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Is clutter taking over your life? 🏡😩 If you have ADHD, staying organized can feel impossible—but it doesn’t have to be!

On the latest episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, I sit down with ADHD-friendly organizer Esmeralda to talk about real, practical strategies to help you declutter without the stress. From tackling "doom piles" to dealing with time blindness, this episode is packed with simple tips that actually work for ADHD brains.

Learn more about Esmeralda and Get Neat Now by visiting: https://getneatnow.com/

ADHD and introversion can feel like a constant push-and-pull—one side craving solitude, the other side jumping impulsively into everything at once. If you’ve ever struggled with procrastination, self-sabotage, or staying motivated, this episode is for you.

I’m joined byJustin Leff,Behavioral Awareness Coach and founder ofSolilium Coaching, who specializes in helping people break through mental roadblocks. Together, we dive into:

🔹 Why ADHD and introversion create unique challenges
🔹 How to stop self-sabotaging your own success
🔹 The real reason behind procrastination (hint: it’s not laziness!)
🔹 How to actuallyfind motivation when your brain rejects traditional goal-setting

Whether you’re anADHD introvert feeling stuck or just looking for strategies to workwith your brain instead of against it, you don’t want to miss this conversation.

Hit play, take notes, and let’s make life a little easier for our wonderfully overcomplicated ADHD brains!