Nikki Kinzer is a certified ADHD coach and co-host of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, while Pete Wright is her fellow host and co-author of Unapologetically ADHD. Together, they discuss eliminating shame around ADHD, emphasizing the importance of supportive, curiosity-driven dialogues with children. They tackle overcoming judgment and promoting structure without criticism. The conversation highlights redefining failure as a learning opportunity and the power of self-compassion, encouraging a journey toward joy and acceptance for both adults and children living with ADHD.
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Nikki Kinzer
Pete Wright
Since 2010, Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright have been the co-hosts of the award-winning podcast, Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, speaking to adults with ADHD all over the globe. Over 29 seasons—and more than 600 episodes—Nikki and Pete continue to offer support and strategies for adults living with ADHD. And now they decided to write their first book, Unapologetically ADHD. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright about becoming ‘Unapologetically ADHD’.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Nikki and Pete advocate for fostering a safe and supportive environment by engaging in curiosity-driven conversations with children with ADHD.Pete highlights the importance of overcoming shame associated with ADHD and embracing the condition unapologetically.Pete emphasizes the significance of providing structure and support without judgment. Links Mentioned:Unapologetically ADHD by Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1394265425/?tag=im0ea3-20Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast: https://takecontroladhd.com/the-adhd-podcastShame Resilience: A Key Component in ADHD Wellness: https://youtu.be/ZvV3GdXiE8sSuccess! A Mother’s Journey From Shame to Acceptance: https://youtu.be/nXuBh5n8DEg?si=V9xAbko0eE8G-UTEMedical Bias vs. ADHD: The History of a Smear Campaign: https://youtu.be/0Cdcg5nwV2YCBT for ADHD: Thoughts Don't Cause ADHD, But They Can Help Manage It: https://youtu.be/S-pgDRjS7zQ?feature=sharedMagic 3 Questions: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/learn-from-mistakes/3 Step Method to ACE Communication with Complex Kids & Teens: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/3-steps-to-ace-communication-with-complex-kids-teens/3 Steps to Respond Without Reacting: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/3-steps-to-respond-without-reacting/Failing Forward: Make Every Mistake a New One: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/failing-forward/What Does it Mean to “Treat” ADHD?: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/what-does-it-mean-to-treat-adhd-2/Connect with Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright:Website: takecontroladhd.comUnapologetically ADHD by Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright: takecontroladhd.com/adhdbookFacebook: facebook.com/takecontroladhdInstagram: instagram.com/takecontroladhdPinterest: pinterest.com/takecontroladhdYouTube: youtube.com/@takecontroladhd Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/@impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsX (fkaTwitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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