Mindful Listening
Define Mindful Listening
Being fully present and engaged in the conversation
True or False: It is common to struggle with time management when having ADHD
True
Does our attention impact our memory?
Yes
Does ADHD define who we are?
No
True of False: We should display judgement
False
What is prioritizing?
Deciding what is more urgent and important to do first.
Name one thing that can help us remember things.
Write things down, make a song out of it, attach it to a memory, etc
Name a grounding exercise
Grounding with senses, breathing exercise, fidgets, etc
How can we display mindful listening in class?
Engaging in the lesson
Name a tool that we use to help with keeping track of time.
Alarms, timers, or reminders
How does attention impact our memory?
When we pay attention, we retain the information so that we can remember it in the future.
How does ADHD impact our emotions?
We feel more intensely
Name one way you can show that you are listening mindfully.
Eye contact, body facing the other person, put down devices, or respond thoughtfully.
What tool can be used to help with prioritizing?
A to-do list
True or False: Interests can be used as motivation to remember things.
True
Name any strength!
Name one tip for keeping/bringing back attention
Repeat what they are saying to yourself in your head, Identify their tone of voice, or Picture what they are saying
What's the last step of making a to-do list?
Put the tasks in order of when you will do them
Name 2 areas of life that our memory can impact
School (grades), friendships, and home life.
How can we be productive with an overwhelming task?
Break it down into smaller tasks