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Sep 21
15m 46s

How to Respond, Not React: A More Yourse...

Kate Moryoussef
About this episode

In this episode of More Yourself, we explore my 'APBR Method': a simple four-step approach to help you respond to life with awareness and intention. For ADHD women navigating overwhelm, anxiety, or emotional reactivity, this method offers a way to ground yourself in the present and choose how you want to show up.

We’ll discuss creating space between your triggers and your response, learning to breathe through discomfort, and releasing old patterns that no longer serve you. With compassion for your past self and clarity about who you're becoming, this is your invitation to move forward with more ease and self-trust.

My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here!

What You'll Learn:

  • What is my APBR Method: Awareness, Pause, Breathe, Release/Respond.
  • Why self-awareness is the first step toward meaningful change.
  • How to pause and respond with intention in stressful situations.
  • Breathing and grounding techniques for emotional regulation and clarity.
  • How to release old patterns and step out of the default mode network.
  • Finding “glimmers” — small moments of joy, safety, and presence.
  • How community and connection support your growth and authenticity.

Timestamps:

  • 03:42 - Introducing the APBR Method
  • 03:56 - Soothe Your Anxiety
  • 07:46 - The Importance of Pausing for Perspective
  • 11:11 - Embracing Groundedness in Chaotic Times
  • 14:54 - The Journey to a New Version of Ourselves

This episode is here to help you slow down, tune in, and respond from a place of intention, not survival. If you’re ready to go deeper and grow in community, The More Yourself membership is here.

Join the More Yourself Community - the doors are now open!

More Yourself is a compassionate space for late-diagnosed ADHD women to connect, reflect, and come home to who they really are.

Inside the More Yourself Membership, you’ll be able to:

  • Connect with like-minded women who understand you
  • Learn from guest experts and practical tools
  • Receive compassionate prompts & gentle reminders
  • Enjoy voice-note encouragement from Kate
  • Join flexible meet-ups and mentoring sessions
  • Access on-demand workshops and quarterly guest expert sessions

We’ll also be walking through The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Toolkit together, exploring nervous system regulation, burnout recovery, RSD, joy, hormones, and self-trust, so the book comes alive in a supportive community setting.

Launch Details:

  • Early Bird Discount: 16th–23rd September — only £18/month Join now!

Links and Resources:

  • Find my popular ADHD workshops and resources on my website
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