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Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

Release Date: 01/09/2025

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In this empowering episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, Dana Kay sits down with Dr. Tricia Pingel, a leading naturopathic physician affectionately known as the "Adrenal Whisperer." Together, they delve into the crucial topic of adrenal fatigue, its impact on parents of children with ADHD, and how chronic stress can leave you feeling "wired but tired." Dr. Pingel sheds light on the internal and external stressors that keep us stuck in survival mode and offers practical strategies to help parents reclaim their energy and well-being.

Whether you’re battling brain fog, exhaustion, or the relentless demands of parenting, this episode is packed with actionable insights, including self-care tips, the importance of gratitude, and easy habits to calm your nervous system and improve adrenal health. Dr. Pingel’s compassionate advice serves as a reminder that you can’t pour from an empty cup—and it’s okay to prioritize yourself. Tune in to gain hope, understanding, and practical tools to create a thriving life for both you and your family.

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Key Takeaways:

[4:09] Understanding Adrenal Dysfunction: The Bear Analogy
[7:18] The Difference Between Internal and External Stressors
[8:29] The Impact of Chronic Stress on the Body
[14:49] Why Stimulants Like Coffee Can Worsen Adrenal Fatigue
[18:40] Practical Steps to Calm the Nervous System and Heal Adrenal Health
[22:13] The Importance of Self-Love and Gratitude

Memorable Moments:

“Parenting a child with ADHD can feel like running a marathon—with no finish line.”
“Your body doesn’t know the difference between the ding of a cell phone and a life-threatening event. It’s all stress.”
“We keep creating more bears for ourselves, and eventually, the body says, ‘enough.’”
“You can breathe all you want, but if your internal stressors aren’t addressed, healing won’t happen.”
“Adrenal fatigue isn’t about being tired all the time—it’s about being stuck in survival mode.”
“Every perceived failure is an opportunity for growth.”
“When you take care of yourself, you’re modeling for your children how to do the same.”
“Our body is an energy factory. When nutrients are depleted, it’s like the assembly line breaks down.”
“Gratitude shifts your perspective—it reminds you of the beauty in the everyday.”
“You are the key to your family’s success, and self-love is the first step.”

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