Burden Bearers Counselling Centre DV- Lara Willows

09/25/2024

Two weeks of elementary school and already the homework horrors have begun.
Students with ADHD being held in for recess because did not complete the homework.( NOT A SOLUTION)
Students and parents in tears because of the nightly homework battle that NO ONE wins.

Can we please get in front of this....

Teachers: we need to add support to the homework completion process for learners with executive function challenges.
Parents: a completed homework sheet tells the teacher.... "all good". Please let them know the level of support, time and drama/trauma that simple homework sheet actually required.

Supporting homework for learners with ADHDis this weeks article, is a quick rewrite of a larger one... read it here with links for both and evidenced based info, strategies and hopefully peaceful resolutions.
https://ot4adhd.com/2023/09/23/overcoming-homework-challenges-for-students-with-adhd/

09/23/2024

In the last 6 months I have developed a passion for learning about ADHD- especially in adults. I have realized that most of us- including therapists, teachers, etc. have a very limited view of this nuanced neurobiological condition. So far I have read three and a half books, read more articles than I can count and listened to countless hours of expert webinairs and podcasts and there is still so much to learn. I will be trying to share more information here for those that may be interested because chances are you know or love someone with ADHD.

In the circle of your life, ADHD sits at the center. Its symptoms affect all areas of functioning — perhaps more than you realize. Here, gain life-changing insights how ADHD impacts your health, relationships, careers, friendships, and self-esteem.

05/24/2024

This is so true….

Love isn't about being perfect; it's about growing emotionally together. This crucial lesson, guided by parents, empowers children to navigate life's challenges and form strong bonds with others.

Admitting mistakes and saying sorry can really help kids learn emotional intelligence. It teaches them that making mistakes is normal and can be fixed. When parents show this, kids learn how important it is to make up after a fight and understand how they feel.

Discover research-based parenting methods by subscribing to the Gottman Relationship Blog for insightful articles on emotional intelligence and read more about this article here: https://bit.ly/3iABUKb

04/21/2024

You are you, a diverse, ever-changing, dynamic human with all kinds of opportunities at your fingertips. Don’t let old narratives shrink your potential. You (not your story) get to choose how to act right now.

01/29/2024

There are some interesting points in this clip- there are many things we do to numb our uncomfortable emotions.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1028097541993649?fs=e&s=cl

01/15/2024

Bothness is the idea that you can do something even if you are scared to do it.

It’s the idea that you can feel angry with your partner, notice that anger with compassion, and still reach out and give them a hug, because you recognize how much you value the relationship.

There is wisdom in bothness. We can be afraid and still engage with a challenge. We can grieve and still laugh at a joke. Bothness gives us access to the full spectrum of life.

Too often, we think that the world is a series of either/or decisions. Be bold. Choose both.

12/14/2023

Did you know that social connections are one of the biggest predictors of longevity and health. Allow yourself to prioritize people in your life.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/10164336343975652?fs=e&s=cl