ADHD Warriors need rest to recharge each and every day, but especially during the school year when that busy brain is working overtime!! We need rest to be our best!

In this episode we are going to talk about the value of intentional rest throughout our day. We need to practice listening to our minds and bodies to respond with rest when our mental load feels too heavy and our emotions are feeling funky! 

As important as sleep is, we are talking more about the rest that we need to give our minds and bodies in between homework assignments, between classroom tasks, after school, ect. This might look like, listening to calming music, doodling, daydreaming, spending quiet time doing something you love, cuddling with a pet or family member, or even laying outside to watch the clouds go by (nature has it's added benefits with rest time!)

I want you to take time to build your very own "recharge routine." This is a routine you can build at home and at school with your trusted adults! 

1. Pick a quiet interest driven activity that feels good
2. Find a spot that is calm and cozy
3. Set a visual timer (even 10 minutes of rest helps)
4. Practice intentional breaths to get oxygen to your brain and find calm in your body...

Remember that rest is not quitting, it is powering up so you can pause, reset, and rejoin; taking care of your amazing brain. 

Reach out at www.katelynmabry.com or email me at [email protected] to share how your recharge routine! I would love to hear what's working for you! Have a great day! Love you all! 

 

Intro music credit: http://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-day