Creating a Life That Fits: a conversation with ADHD coach Debra Levy, Ep 70

Creating a Life That Fits: a conversation with ADHD coach Debra Levy, Ep 70

Author: Sarah Kesty, Brain Tools School December 12, 2025 Duration: 38:41

Hi, Team!

You know when you feel overwhelmed or lost and you have (or want) that one friend who can hear you and help you sort things out? That's Debra Levy. In our conversation, we explore self-advocacy, adult ADHD, and why our minds might be like messy closets. (Real talk: we definitely have some chaotic spaces in our household and sometimes in our brains around here, and I'm eager to test out new ideas!) Debra shares some of her favorite strategies and client wins. I left our conversation with new perspectives, analogies, and most importantly, hope!

All my love,

Sarah


From the show:

Debra's original episode with us was #49 on Spotify and Apple

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Find Debra at:

www.alifethatfits.com
debralevy@alifethatfits.com
732-688-3060
https://twitter.com/alifethatfits
https://www.instagram.com/alifethatfitscoaching/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/debraslevy/
https://www.facebook.com/alifethatfitscoaching/Connect with me!

My book is out, in the wild, and it's changing lives! Order Growing Executive Function at Solution Tree or on Amazon.

I'm also training educators across this beautiful globe, and we're finding improving students' executive function is game-changing! Improved behaviors, attendance, learning...big, surprising impacts (even to me, who loves this stuff!) If that sounds like what your school or child's school needs, reach out: Sarah at sarahkesty.com.


Ever feel like your brain's filing system is in a state of permanent chaos, or that getting from an idea to action feels like an impossible maze? That's where executive function comes in-it's the mental toolkit we all use to manage our attention, organize our tasks, and plan our days. On The Executive Function Podcast, host Sarah Kesty from Brain Tools School moves beyond dry theory to offer genuinely helpful, fun, and effective strategies. Each episode feels like a practical conversation, whether you're looking to coach yourself through a project, support a teen struggling with organization, or help a child learn to manage their time. Sarah brings a palpable passion to the topic, sharing inspiration drawn from real-world experience with neurodivergence, ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities. This isn't about fixing what's broken; it's about building on strengths and discovering new ways to thrive in daily life. Tune in for a down-to-earth mix of brain science and actionable tips that make the challenges of executive function feel a bit less daunting and a lot more manageable. You'll find this podcast is a supportive resource for families and individuals alike, all delivered with a sense of warmth and understanding that makes complex concepts accessible.
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