Miranda Gabriel, PsyD

"Free" is not free from feelings but free to feel each one and let it move on, unafraid of the movement of life. Jack Kornfield, Ph.D."Free" is not free from feelings but free to feel each one and let it move on, unafraid of the movement of life. Jack Kornfield, Ph.D.

Focusing on funny things can reduce stress, anxiety, and make us feel more connected to others. If you have 20 minutes, listen to this podcast. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu//item/why_love_needs_laug

Tough compassion means speaking up, setting boundaries, and making uncomfortable choices for the greater good. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu//what_does_tough_compassi

As we gear up for Memorial Day, these ideas for road trips with children might come in handy. https://www.handinhandparenting.org//make-car-rides-with/

How many times have you thought or called your child rude, disrespectful, selfish, defiant, etc.? If you're human, you've at least thought it a time or two. It's easy to get caught up in how your child's behavior makes you feel, which then leads to judgement. The issue with this type of judgement is that it's turning challenging behavior into a character flaw. ADHD is not a character flaw. Autism is not a character flaw. Listen in to this short podcast on checking your judgement. https://parentingadhdandautism.com//pap-127-check-your-j/

A wonderful resource for parents.

Have you ever been moved by music sung in a language you don't understand? Listen to Gambian musician Sona Jobarteh about how music can connect us across cultures. Take 25 minutes out of your Sunday morning to have a listen. Enjoy! https://greatergood.berkeley.edu//how_music_can_bridge_cul

https://www.wellandgood.com/co-regulation-techniques/

Let's root for each other and watch each other grow!Let's root for each other and watch each other grow!

https://www.theladders.com//a-psychological-trick-to-help-

7 National Parks that Are Even Better in Winter https://www.cntraveler.com//national-parks-that-are-even-b

With the continued pandemic, you may be feeling a little unsocial lately. Spending 15 minutes each day finding moments of "awe" might improve your mood. This can include walks or being in nature, a short-drive through the countryside, watch a nature documentary, or some form of light exercise. In a new study, research has found that taking 15-minute walks and selfies improved feelings of joy and positive emotions of older adults. Finding awe in the little things is a gr...eat way to get us out of our heads and work towards gaining new perspectives about our lives and the world around us. Finding awe in the little things is a great way to get us out of our heads and work towards gaining new perspectives about our lives and the world around us. Finding awe in the little things is a great way to get us out of our heads and work towards gaining new perspectives about our lives and the world around us. Finding awe in the little things is a great way to get us out of our heads and work towards gaining new perspectives about our lives and the world around us.

50 Tiny Things To Do Right Now To Be Happier in 2020! https://www.mirandagabriel.com//50-tiny-things-to-do-right

Join this discussion today, December 7, 2020 at 6:30 pm to learn from successful adults with ADHD or ADHD traits. https://www.meetup.com/Autism-ADHD-Parent-Supp//273782085/

20 Ideas for Halloween with children in 2020 https://www.handinhandparenting.org//social-distancing-h/

https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSf3Dx0iLAF9LLnyap/viewform

Online Autism Conference on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020 https://www.sfautismsociety.org/2020conference.html

A wonderful resource list of books on autism and neurodiversity. https://notanautismmom.com/2020/07/20/autism-books/

Be My Eyes is a free app that connects blind and low-vision people with sighted volunteers and company representatives for visual assistance through a live video call. Set-up is easy and volunteering is fun and rewarding! https://www.bemyeyes.com/

Apple picking in the Bay Area. This is a great fall activity with your friends, family, and children. Stay 6 feet apart, wear your mask, and delight in apple-picking season. https://sf.funcheap.com//apple-picking-bay-area-september/

An easy-to-follow music class for all. Happy Friday! https://www.facebook.com/watch/

A Free 16- week social skills program to help adults with autism spectrum disorder learn social skills to find and maintain romantic relationships.

For 18-30 year olds, an online neurodiversity support group.

A few moments of relaxation! https://www.theepochtimes.com/photographer-captures-incredi

Sesame Street to the Rescue! https://www.today.com//sesame-street-clip-helps-kids-autis

Parenting Autism and ADHD Summits Free 4-day event starts tomorrow! https://thebehaviorrevolution.com/parenting-s/2020-summits/

I’m sharing a free useful coping resource: COVID Coach, a mobile mental health support app designed by the VA's National Center for PTSD, intended for use by everyone. COVID Coach has been downloaded over 100,000 times since its release in April. It provides easy one-tap access to interactive anxiety, sleep, trauma symptom and mood management exercises, resource information and crisis support. It does not require email registration or login and does not collect or transmit an...y identifying information. Download for iPhone/iPad: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id1504705038 Download for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details We would be exceptionally grateful if you would share this information with your organization, clients, and colleagues and hope they find the resource helpful during these difficult times. We are hoping to get the word out as efficiently as possible during the pandemic.