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Neurodivergent kids often have different sensory needs than their neurotypical counterparts.

- The need to release energy through fidgeting or movement.
- Picking needs stemming from anxiety or a need for tactile input.
- A strong preference for certain textures, sounds, or light.

Tolerance is more than passively accepting difference; it requires obligations to act, must be nurtured, and defended. True tolerance means building an educational environment where every difference is respected, and every student feels safe, seen, and empowered.
#EducationForAll

People with ADHD will get it

Me: does nothing all week

Also, me at 11:42pm: “I will now become an expert in 18th-century ship design.”

#ADHDLife #Hyperfixation #ADHDBrain

The 15-Minute Rule

Why it works: Getting started is often the hardest part. The 15-minute rule helps bypass procrastination.

Transgender Awareness Week (November 13-19): Learning Thrives When Every Student is Affirmed.

At Beyond The Desk Tutoring, we believe that effective learning can only happen when students feel completely seen, safe, and valued for exactly who they are.

#TransgenderAwareness #AffirmingEducation

Don't let your student rely on panic mode. Our structured sessions build consistent focus, but this package deal won't last. Get up to 3 FREE bonus hours when you book a package by November 14th. Click below and stop waiting for the deadline!

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#ADHD

Omega-3 Fish Oil

🧠 Fuel for Focus: Why Omega-3s Matter for ADHD Brains

Did you know that many kids and teens with ADHD actually have lower levels of Omega-3s — the essential fats our brains need to think clearly, focus, and regulate mood?

Veterans Day: Celebrating Dedication and Service

Today, we take a moment to honor the remarkable dedication and service of all our veterans. We are grateful for your sacrifices and your steadfast commitment to our nation.

We honor you today and every day.

#GratefulForYourService #SupportOurVets

Now that school is well under way is your child struggling to get into a rhythm?

Here are 3 SIGNS your child may need Executive Function support:

1. The Homework Spiral: Homework takes twice as long as it should, leading to nightly battles and meltdown fatigue.

November 10th kicks off Anti-Bullying Week! Let's celebrate unique brain wiring and embrace neurodiversity as a strength. Support an affirming learning environment where all students thrive. Stand against exclusion and champion kindness. Learn more: beyondthedesktutoring.org #Inclusion

Dang, five more years of this

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ADHD Focus Hack: Background noise. For a neurodivergent brain, silence equals under-stimulation, leading to restlessness. Low-level noise (white noise, instrumental music) provides the necessary sensory input to scratch that 'stimulus itch' and keep you on task.
#Neurodiversity #ExecutiveFunction

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We joke about being "last-minute warriors," but there’s real power in the neurodivergent brain’s ability to lock in under pressure. The goal isn't to lose that spark; it’s to build systems that don’t need the panic to perform.

At Beyond The Desk Tutoring, we integrate this principle into all of our sessions.

Ready to turn "I can't start" into "Let's go"?

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#BodyDoubling #ADHDHacks #ExecutiveFunction #StudyTips #NeurodivergentSupport

- Time Awareness: Their presence provides a gentle, passive awareness of the passage of time, which can be a huge benefit for those with time blindness.

- Reduced Anxiety: It calms the underlying anxiety of having to perform alone. The double serves as a non-judgmental accountability partner, helping you stay on track without micromanaging.

Why It Works:
- The Anchor Effect: For neurodivergent brains, executive function tasks often stall due to a lack of "activation energy." The silent presence of a body double acts as an external anchor for attention.

Introducing Body Doubling: a powerful technique where you work on a task while another person is simply present nearby, focusing on their own work. They don't help you with your math problems or proofread your essay; they just exist!

Do you find your child, or maybe yourself, stuck in neutral when it’s time to start homework or tackle a big project? You’re not alone.

Introducing Body Doubling

Ashwagandha is a revered herb, extensively researched for its ability to help the body adapt to stress and promote a sense of calm. Black Pepper, a bioavailability enhancer, can improve the body's ability to absorb and utilize beneficial compounds.

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Chunking why it works: Large tasks feel overwhelming. Breaking them down makes them more manageable.

How to use it:
Instead of “Write my English paper,” break it into steps:
- Research for 20 mins
- Outline main points
- Write 1 paragraph at a time
- Edit one section per day

Neurodivergent memory be like:

❌ Forgot my keys, lunch, and what I was doing mid-sentence.
✅ Remembered that octopuses have three hearts and blue blood.

#ADHDThings #FunFactChampion

Chunking why it works: Large tasks feel overwhelming. Breaking them down makes them more manageable.

How to use it:
Instead of “Write my English paper,” break it into steps:
- Research for 20 mins
- Outline main points
- Write 1 paragraph at a time
- Edit one section per day

Neurodivergent Superpower: doing nothing for 3 weeks…

Then, becoming an unstoppable productivity god the night before something's due.

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#LastMinuteWarrior #ADHD #Relatable

Ashwagandha is a revered herb, extensively researched for its ability to help the body adapt to stress and promote a sense of calm. Black Pepper, a bioavailability enhancer, can improve the body's ability to absorb and utilize beneficial compounds.

beyondthedesktutoring.org/adhd-supplem...

Get ready to celebrate Halloween!
Beyond the Desk is excited to announce our special Halloween sale, running from October 25th to November 3rd. We believe in treating yourself, and what better way to do so than with our carefully curated selection of neurodivergent support supplements and merch?

Gamification boosts motivation and engagement by turning studying into a game. Use point systems by assigning points for tasks and setting rewards, like 10 points for a worksheet and 50 points for a snack break. Challenge yourself with a timer, racing to finish a section in 10-20 minutes.

Neurodivergent Superpower: doing nothing for 3 weeks…

Then, becoming an unstoppable productivity god the night before something's due.

beyondthedesktutoring.org

#LastMinuteWarrior #ADHD #Relatable

Gamification boosts motivation and engagement by turning studying into a game. Use point systems by assigning points for tasks and setting rewards, like 10 points for a worksheet and 50 points for a snack break. Challenge yourself with a timer, racing to finish a section in 10-20 minutes.