Conscious Connections Coaching, LLC with Yjasming Kistner

11/17/2025

I just returned from the International ADHD conference in Kansas City where professionals from various fields (coaches, therapists, physicians, teachers and more) gathered to learn about some of the latest research and strategies to support people with ADHD. So fitting, as today marks 4 years since I began my career as a Certified ADHD Life Coach! I’m so thankful for the learning, inspiration, growth and connection I have in this community. ✨💫Time flies when you love what you do!! 🙌💗

06/26/2024

How are you taking care of yourself today? Or this week? Today, I’m taking myself (not my kids lol) to the pool. Just me, my book and my earbuds. 2 hours of uninterrupted rest and me taking care of no one else but…me. ☀️💓

01/01/2024

09/20/2023

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mel-robbins-podcast/id1646101002?i=1000623633810

Are you looking for natural ways to improve your focus, mental cognition, thought life, mood, hormone fluctuations, stress and energy?

If you have ADHD, then my guess is a resounding, YES! And really, whether you have ADHD or not, many of us are wanting to experience better overall wellness.

The key is understanding how much our daily habits and choices impact our brain health. You have the power to change your brain! And when you do that...over time you will see huge differences in your mental, physical and emotional health.

This is a fantastic podcast hosted by the amazing Mel Robbins where Dr. Daniel Amen shares his scientifically based research on the simple things we can do to improve our brain function and ultimately lead a longer, healthier and happier life.

Take a listen!

‎Show The Mel Robbins Podcast, Ep Optimize Your Brain: 3 Important Habits for Productivity, Memory, and Longevity (Based on 200,000 Brain Scans) - Aug 6, 2023

04/03/2023

Many of us tell ourselves and others that “we don’t have time.”

No time to slow down and relax. No time to exercise. No time to enjoy a hobby or learn something new. No time to waste…

This powerful urge to keep going without a break…to recharge and restore…inevitably leads us down the path of overwhelm and ultimately burnout.

Take some time…

To slow down

And PAUSE

…to Nurture your mind, heart, body and spirit.

We can’t love, give, or serve others well,

if we don’t first nurture and give to ourselves. 💓

“Recognize that you are doing the best you can each day under your circumstances. Think to yourself (perhaps as you do a calming exercise): ‘Even though I’m feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and burned out, I’m going to send myself some love. I choose to feel calm. I choose to meet myself wher...

12/31/2022

As we open the door to 2023, consider taking some time to reflect on the past year and ponder what you'd like this new year to look like. Here are a few reflection questions for you...

1. What were your favorite memories or highlights of this past year?
2. Where did you make progress? What went well?
3. What was challenging or didn't go well?
4. What activities/tasks drained your energy? Which ones gave you energy?
5. What do you want to do more of this year?
6. What would you like to be different this year?
7. What new insight did you gain or what's the biggest lesson you learned last year?
8. What is one thing you are most proud of from this past year?
9. What are you looking forward to in 2023?
10. If you were to choose one or two words, what intention would you like to set for the new year? (For example, "Balance" , "Joy" or "Take Action" - Who do you want to be?

11/10/2022

We can expect that any new knowledge, skill or habit we hope to acquire will be challenging in the beginning. But, what if we shift our mindset from fear of failure or of making mistakes to one of learning? When we are willing to make mistakes, take calculated risks and see any "failure" as a learning opportunity imagine what's possible! What current challenges can you reframe as learning opportunities? What makes it difficult and what could make it easier? What areas could you benefit from practice and repetition?

10/25/2022

Understanding the impact of uneven and lagging brain development in individuals with ADHD can move us to greater compassion and understanding of our loved ones - and ourselves!

Want to learn more? Check out my newsletter to read about how cognitive development is affected by ADHD.

Understanding the impact of uneven and lagging brain development in individuals with ADHD can move us to greater compassion and understanding of our loved ones - and ourselves! “Did You Know...research has proved that ADHD children and young adults experience, on average, a 3 to 5-year development...

06/02/2022

I set out on a journey last April and began my ADHD Life Coach training with ADDCA. After 100 plus hours of training, 50 plus hours of client coaching, practicums, and, oh so much more….

I received my AACC Certification yesterday! Woo hoo!!!🎉👩‍🎓💫

What started out as one tiny action step grew into my dream job! I’m beyond grateful for my mentors, incredible instructors, fellow coaches, and my very first clients who trusted me to partner with them on their own journey! What’s one small step you can take towards the life you want?

02/15/2022

Are you or your children struggling with working memory, task initiation or follow-through, focus or attention? Listen to this episode on Executive Functions. So many nuggets to take away!

‎Show ADHD Experts Podcast, Ep 383- Optimizing Executive Functions in Children and Adults with ADHD - Dec 20, 2021