Ep 49: Getting and staying organized with a system that works with your brain, with ADHD Coach Debra Levy

Ep 49: Getting and staying organized with a system that works with your brain, with ADHD Coach Debra Levy

Author: Sarah Kesty, Brain Tools School July 15, 2023 Duration: 26:45

How many of us have told ourselves (or heard from others), "You need to get organized?" Yet the HOW piece is still confusing! What "organized" means to different people varies widely, and there's the big challenge of maintaining any system you create! (Because, hello? It's FUN to get going with all of the new tools and gadgets, but continuing after the newness fades? Ehh...) Our guest, Debra Levy, offers easy and brain-friendly ways to get and stay organized, including how to think about managing time as part of your system. This episode is great for grownups and kids alike!


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About Debra: Debra Levy, is a Certified Life, ADHD, and Productivity Coach, and is the owner of A Life

That Fits, LLC. She is dedicated to helping her clients make time and space for what matters most in

their lives. Debra begins by working with her clients to clarify what is important to them, what will

make them feel happy and fulfilled, and determining what guidance and support is

required to create the life they want. She focuses on areas that are a struggle for many

of her clients (whether ADHD or neuro-typical) including time management, hyper-

focusing, distractions, the setting of goals and priorities, and establishing healthy

boundaries.

Together, she and her clients work on gaining insight into what is holding them back.

She helps them to become more aware of their own natural abilities, modalities, and

tendencies, make room for their big-picture goals, and implement step-by-step

solutions to help them get from where they are, to where they want to be.

Debra is here to partner with her clients on a thought-provoking and productive journey

to envision “A Life That Fits” their values and dreams and provide the motivation and

accountability to maximize their potential.

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Audience: all ages and contexts

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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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