Yellow Parachute Blog
Yellow Parachute’s Blog Mission
Our blog mission is to share the research and resources that inform our unique approach to coaching Executive Function Skills, to advocate for neurodiversity, and to uplift students, parents, educators, and leaders.
Gritty Entrepreneurs and ADHD Characteristics
Going “out on your own” requires passion, creativity, and risk-taking, characteristics commonly used to describe individuals who have ADHD. . In fact, as many as 40% of entrepreneurs report having ADHD or executive function difficulties that negatively impacted [...]
How to Practice Creativity to Unlock Your Potential
Welcome, parents and students, to the fascinating world of creativity! You may not have thought about creativity in a long time, but I'll tell you why you want to dust off this concept: in today's fast-paced, technology-driven society, [...]
How to Solve Sleep Struggles With NSDR
It was the Night before Christmas... How do you react when you hear those familiar opening lines, "It was the night before Christmas and all through the house...?" Does it make you burst into laughter because in [...]
How to Start a Gratitude Journal
Benefits of Keeping a Gratitude Journal Hey there! Have you ever stopped to think about all the good things and amazing people in your life? It's so easy to take them for granted, but guess what? Research suggests [...]
Stop the ADHD Shame Spiral
Do or someone you love feel perpetually unworthy? Defective? Sorry? Shame haunts people of all ages with ADHD who feel trapped by self-blame. Learn about where it comes from, why it’s harmful, and how to improve emotional health [...]
Understanding Brain Networks in Inattentive ADHD
This article is adapted from "ADHD, Inattention Explained" By Janice Rodden, Joel Nigg, Ph.D. Updated on June 29, 2023 on ADDitude.comThe Impact of Brain Networks on Attention in ADHD Why are we doing this AGAIN?!?!? As teachers and [...]
Parent/Kid Roadmap to School + Homework Success
Is your family ready for an exciting adventure in the next 30 days? At Yellow Parachute's Quantum Jump, we have created a special roadmap just for you. This roadmap is all about protecting your wellness, developing awareness of [...]
How to Make Sense of Expectations for Your ADHDer
If you find yourself resonating with the statement, "I don't know if he's lazy, she's just stubborn, or if these things are actually difficult. We are all over the place. We've lost sight of what we should be [...]
How to Train Your ADHD Mind Like an Elite Athlete
Michael Phelps, Tiger Woods, Usain Bolt, Larry Bird, Alex Morgan, and Serena Williams are all accomplished athletes who have focused on developing their mental fortitude, self-assurance, determination, and resilience alongside their physical abilities. They also attribute their success [...]
Motivating Children with ADHD: Understanding the Brain Differences
Hey there, parents! 👋 Let's dive into a fascinating topic today: motivation techniques for kids with ADHD. We all know that traditional methods like rewards and consequences may not have the desired effect on our humans with attention [...]
The Journey of a Climber: Unleashing the Power Within
Imagine you are an avid mountain climber embarking on a treacherous expedition. Your ultimate goal is to conquer the summit, representing personal growth and accomplishment. Along this arduous journey, you encounter various elements that symbolize the relationship between [...]
Unseen Struggles with ADHD
In a bustling elementary classroom, students gathered for one-act-play rehearsals. Among them were Cameron, a vibrant student who loved to draw, (Cameron had been diagnosed with inattentive ADHD last year), Lucas, a diligent student-leader whose parent was also [...]
A Surprising Bonus of Reflecting on Gratitude
Gratitude has had a powerful impact on my life, transforming my perspective in surprising ways. I am especially surprised and delighted by one bonus in particular. For the past four years, I've consciously recorded my gratitude. Instead of [...]
For Success: Focus on Possibilities Not Limitations
Happy Back to School! Parents, I hope you enjoy your clean kitchen for a few more hours each day. 😉 A thought for your year ahead 🪂 - ”Open your mind to your possibilities. Then center your identity [...]
Power Planning for ADHD
🥰 Know what I love MOST about this summer?!?!? Besides warmth, I heart the endless drip of high school kids in and out of our house. Before you think I'm "that amazing, relaxed mom," let me assure you, [...]
The 5 Gifts of Executive Function Skills Coaching
- A Coach's Perspective Have you ever watch someone rediscover inspiration? Recently, I asked one of our EF Coaches to share the gifts she receives (unwraps, if you like metaphors), while working with families through EF Skills Coaching. [...]
