In this episode, CTRL + ALT + THINK dives into the art (and challenge!) of mindfulness for neurodivergent minds. Megan and Amy explore how mindfulness doesn’t have to mean sitting cross-legged in silence for hours but can instead be about finding small, grounded moments—like savoring that perfect cup of coffee or zoning out to birds chirping. The duo shares practical mindfulness hacks, from quick sensory techniques like 5-4-3-2-1 to casual grounding rituals. Plus, they reveal some personal quirks, like Megan’s “garden gazing” habit and Amy’s coffee rituals. They wrap up by questioning whether mindfulness can help grow our self-awareness, setting the stage for more introspective discussions in future episodes. Tune in for relatable mindfulness tips, neurodivergent-friendly advice, and a refreshing reminder that it’s okay if traditional methods don’t work for you!

Amy and Megan dive into the brain dump technique, a powerful tool for reducing overwhelm and improving focus, especially for neurodivergent brains. Both share their recent experiences with brain dumps, and how this simple act of getting all the mental clutter onto paper can offer clarity and stress relief. From short-term memory struggles to sorting through long to-do lists, they explore how a brain dump helps untangle everything vying for your attention—whether it's work, personal projects, or just random thoughts. Amy and Megan discuss personalized approaches to brain dumping, including how categorizing and prioritizing items afterward can lead to big productivity wins. Plus, Megan shares a fun tip on how she turned her brain dump into a motivation boost, using gardening as a reward! Tune in for tips on decluttering your mind, organizing your ideas, and finding a system that works best for you.

In this episode of CTRL+ALT+Think, Megan and Amy dive into the world of presentations, executive function, and the unique joys (or not) of prepping for public speaking. Ever feel like your brain is doing cartwheels when you’re supposed to be laser-focused? You’re not alone! Amy shares her experience preparing for an executive function presentation—juggling the anxiety of forgetting her main points with the struggle of winging it. Megan weighs in, reflecting on her own love-hate relationship with organizing thoughts, preparing materials, and managing last-minute adrenaline rushes. The duo keeps it real (and a little funny) as they chat about how executive function impacts everything from presentation prep to delivery and why sometimes the best approach is knowing yourself well enough to build in scaffolding (and a little grace). Whether you’re a chronic wing-it presenter or a detail-oriented planner, you’ll laugh, relate, and maybe even find a few tips to ease the presentation panic. Get ready to press play and learn how to work with your brain, not against it!