Broken Open

🎙 The ADHD Cousin: How Low Motivation Can Mask Anxiety

🚨 Broken Open Podcast Alert! 🚨 🎙 The ADHD Cousin: How Low Motivation Can Mask Anxiety Parents, have you ever wondered why your ADHD teen or young adult seems unmotivated—but deep down, you know there’s more to the story? What if I told you that what looks like “low motivation” is actually ANXIETY in disguise? In this must-listen episode of Broken Open with Dr. B, we dive into: ✅ How anxiety and ADHD team up to create shutdown mode ✅ Why your child wants to start—but their brain is stopping them ✅ Strategies to bypass avoidance and help them take action ✅ The #1 mistake parents make when dealing with “lazy” behavior 🎧 Watch the full episode now on YouTube! 📍 Click here to listen now 🚪 https://youtu.be/9Jmo_cMO-T0?si=_agbx0nxQZ2dCm1p [https://youtu.be/9Jmo_cMO-T0?si=_agbx0nxQZ2dCm1p] 🎤 Join Me LIVE in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area – Limited Spots Available! This is your chance to be in the room for Broken Open Live—an in-person event where we tackle the real challenges of parenting ADHD teens & young adults. Seats are limited and filling FAST! Dallas Location: 3/22 (11:30-1:30pm) Prosper/Frisco Location : 3/29 (9-11am) Plano Location: 4/5 (9-11am) Allen Location: 4/12 (9-11am) North Tarrant Location: 4/26 (9-11am) 📍 Reserve your spot now: Click here to register: https://connect.intuit.com/pay/GraceSpace/scs-v1-25de33efe6014dcd93ab31ff588ab60f346648f3ea7c40f28dcce8e33b79db7379d1eca622a342e0b50756f30472d7e4?locale=EN_US [https://connect.intuit.com/pay/GraceSpace/scs-v1-25de33efe6014dcd93ab31ff588ab60f346648f3ea7c40f28dcce8e33b79db7379d1eca622a342e0b50756f30472d7e4?locale=EN_US] Can’t make it in person? No problem! Join our 3-day virtual challenge, where I’ll break down practical, real-life strategies to support your child. We will meet live for 1-hr each day. Don’t wait—spaces are LIMITED! 📍 Sign up today: Click here to register https://connect.intuit.com/pay/GraceSpace/scs-v1-50412c0015bb49c1a7a82552100c03961f0039a03de54840b6f14d921d05433e5507a681f10d4b5ca2a4fb030574ae6a?locale=EN_US [https://connect.intuit.com/pay/GraceSpace/scs-v1-50412c0015bb49c1a7a82552100c03961f0039a03de54840b6f14d921d05433e5507a681f10d4b5ca2a4fb030574ae6a?locale=EN_US] 📲 DM me on Instagram if this episode hits home—I’d love to hear your thoughts! #BrokenOpenPodcast #ADHDParenting #AnxietyVsMotivation #ParentingADHDD #ExecutiveFunction #LaunchAndThrive #adhdsupport #parentingteens #parentingteens

The Pain of Pulling Away ~ Why your ADHD Teen & Young Adult Needs Distance

🎙 NEW EPISODE ALERT: BROKEN OPEN PODCAST ✨ The Pain of Pulling Away ~ Why Your ADHD Teen & Young Adult Needs Distance ✨ When your ADHD teen starts pulling away, it can feel like rejection. Like they don’t need you. Like everything you’ve poured into them is slipping away. But here’s the truth: Distance isn’t rejection. It’s growth. 💭 They’re not ignoring you—they’re figuring themselves out. 💭 They’re not shutting you out—they’re learning to stand on their own. 💭 They still need you—just in a different way. The shift is painful, but necessary. Holding on too tightly keeps them from stepping into their next stage of independence. 💡 This episode is for parents navigating the emotional rollercoaster of letting go—without losing connection. 🎧 Watch now: @launchandthrivefamily [https://youtu.be/mpf96d5zDA4?si=uI4yAKuRvmaaq890] 💡 The Launch & Thrive Collective is opening to new cli ents in March! If you're raising an ADHD teen or young adult and want to navigate this transition with confidence, join the waitlist! 📩 Drop "WAITLIST" in the comments or DM me for early access! 🔔 If this resonates, subscribe on YouTube and follow on Instagram. Let’s walk through this together. 🌱 #ADHDParenting #ExecutiveFunction #LaunchAndThrive #ParentingYoungAdults #LettingGo #ConnectionNotControl #ADHDSupport #ADHDLife #ADHDFamily #RaisingNeurodivergentKids #ADHDTeens #ParentingTeens #ParentingNeurodivergentKids #NeurodivergentSupport #ADHDAwareness #ADHDCoaching #IndependenceMatters #TeenMentalHealth #SupportingYoungAdults

From Control to Trust: Rewriting the Relationship with Your ADHD Teen or Young Adult

🎙️ Episode 3: From Control to Trust – Rewriting the Relationship with Your ADHD Teen & Young Adult Are you parenting from fear or trust? If you’re raising an ADHD teen or young adult, you know how easy it is to micromanage, overcorrect, and step in before they’ve had a chance to figure things out. But control isn’t about them—it’s about us. Trusting your ADHD teen or young adult doesn’t mean stepping back—it means showing up differently. In this episode of Broken Open, we explore: * The fear behind control and why it feels so necessary * Why ADHD teens & young adults NEED to make mistakes to develop executive function skills * What happens when you step back and trust them to navigate their world It’s time to stop controlling outcomes and start coaching skills. #ParentingADHD #ADHDFamily #ADHDTeens #ParentingNeurodivergence #BrokenOpenPodcast

Letting Go of the Dream: Grieving the Path you Imagined

🎙️ Episode Title: Letting Go of the Dream: Grieving the Path You Imagined 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kKDiKto-r40 [https://youtu.be/kKDiKto-r40] Episode Summary: As parents, we often carry silent dreams for our children—the vision of who they’ll become, the achievements they’ll reach, and the paths they’ll take. But what happens when their journey looks completely different from what we imagined? In this episode of Broken Open, we explore the grief that comes with parenting a child who is forging their own path—especially for parents of neurodivergent kids with ADHD. We’ll talk about: ✅ Why letting go feels so hard (and why it’s necessary for real connection). ✅ The difference between expectations and supporting their actual needs. ✅ How to process the disappointment, fear, and loss that come with this transition. ✅ The beauty of acceptance and how it transforms your relationship with your child. You are not alone in this. Letting go of expectations doesn’t mean letting go of love. It means making space for your child to fully step into who they are meant to be—not who we thought they would be. 🎧 Listen now & join the conversation. 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kKDiKto-r40 [https://youtu.be/kKDiKto-r40]

Broken Open: Let it Break Open!

This episode delves into the complexities of parenting teens and young adults, emphasizing that it is a transformative period not only for children but also for parents. Dr. B discusses the shift from being a protector to becoming a guide, and how this transition can be challenging yet filled with opportunities for growth. Drawing on insights from Elizabeth Lesser and Dr. Shefali, the episode addresses the illusion of control, the importance of resilience, and the emotional journey of both parents and children. Special attention is given to parents of children with ADHD, highlighting the unique challenges and the need for letting go to foster independence. Dr. B shares personal experiences and encourages parents to join a supportive community as they navigate this evolving relationship with their kids. 00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbGe8McHjVE&t=0s] Introduction: The Challenges of Parenting Teens 00:20 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbGe8McHjVE&t=20s] Understanding Transformation in Parenting 00:53 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbGe8McHjVE&t=53s] The Pain and Beauty of Letting Go 04:32 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbGe8McHjVE&t=272s] The Illusion of Control 06:08 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbGe8McHjVE&t=368s] Navigating ADHD and Teenage Independence 07:48 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbGe8McHjVE&t=468s] Reflecting on Our Own Teenage Years 13:14 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbGe8McHjVE&t=794s] Building Resilience Through Struggle 18:14 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbGe8McHjVE&t=1094s] Embracing the Emotional Rollercoaster 22:01 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbGe8McHjVE&t=1321s] Conclusion: Embracing Change and Community