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!

In this episode of Ctrl + Alt + Think: Conversations with Neurodivergent Minds, hosts Amy from Creative Catapult Coaching and Megan from Focus Like a Mother discuss navigating major transitions in life. From the shift from summer to fall, returning from vacations, and juggling changing routines, they explore how these disruptions can discombobulate even the most organized minds. They dive into personal stories of getting back into the swing of things after time away, the impact on energy and executive function, and offer their top strategies for smoother transitions. If you've ever needed a vacation to recover from your vacation, this episode is for you! Tune in for practical tips on managing your brain's "flywheel" during life's big shifts, and how to give yourself the grace and time to reorient.

Ever feel like your workspace just isn't cutting it? In this episode of CTRL + ALT + Think, Megan and Amy dive into the quirks of working from different spaces—whether it's your office, porch, or a far-off hotel room. From the necessity of spreading out (hello, visual clutter) to the distractions of coffee shops (no, I'm not interested in your latte order), we explore how changing scenery impacts productivity, focus, and creativity. Tune in for some laughs, practical tips, and a glimpse into why switching things up might just be the key to getting things done.