EP243: Fun, Simple Mindfulness for ADHD Families with Dr. Chris Willard

Does parenting sometimes feel overwhelming or chaotic? In this episode, Dr Chris Willard shares how mindfulness, humor, and small daily practices can shift the tone of your home and build resilience for kids. He explains why calm begins with you and how presence matters more than perfection. Listen now to discover one simple shift that can bring more peace and connection into your family life.

What to expect in this episode:

• Dr Chris Willard’s journey with ADHD, sobriety, and mindfulness
• Mindfulness as play, humor, movement, and creativity
• How a few breaths can calm the body and sharpen focus
• Why parent regulation shapes child regulation
• Simple daily tools to reset stress and restore connection

About Christopher Willard, PsyD
Dr. Christopher is a clinical psychologist, author, and consultant based in Massachusetts. He teaches at Harvard Medical School and has shared his expertise on mindfulness and mental health in over forty countries, including two TEDx events. Dr. Willard is the author of twenty books, such as Alphabreaths (2019), Growing Up Mindful (2016), Feelings Are Like Farts (2023), and College Mental Health 101 (2025). His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, mindful.org, CNN.com, and many other outlets.
 
Connect with Dr. Christopher

• Website: Dr. Christopher Willard 
• Instagram: @drchriswillard
  
  

Related Links: 

• Helping Young Adults Get Back On Track
   https://impactparents.com/helping-young-adults-get-back-on-track 
• The Power of Good Enough: Progress Over Perfection
   https://impactparents.com/the-power-of-good-enough-progress-over-perfection
• Simplifying Mindfulness (and How to Start Small)
   https://impactparents.com/simplifying-mindfulness-and-how-to-start-small 

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