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  • A mother and father drawing pictures with their two daughters with the title 'Parenting an Extrovert Child When You’re an Introvert' overlaid.
    Family,  Mental Health

    Parenting an Extrovert Child When You’re an Introvert

    Parenting an extroverted child as an introvert can feel like living in two different worlds. The noise, energy, and constant social needs can leave you drained. With patience, boundaries, and understanding, it is possible to find balance. You do not have to change who you are to grow together and build a strong connection.

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    Brynn Harvey
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    Family,  Mental Health,  Rants & Musings

    How Do You Explain Being an Introvert to Others?

    Being an introvert doesn’t mean something’s wrong with you. It means you recharge by being alone, not that you're shy, rude, or broken. Explaining that to people isn’t always easy, but you don’t need to apologize for who you are. If someone doesn’t get it, that’s okay. Your people will, and they’re the ones who matter.

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    Brynn Harvey
  • A woman with a cup of cocoa reading a book with a leaf on top of it with the title Learning I’m an Introvert Changed Everything overlaid.
    Family,  Mental Health

    Learning I’m an Introvert Changed Everything

    I used to think something was wrong with me for needing quiet, solo time after social events. But discovering I’m an introvert changed everything. It’s not about fixing who I am—it’s about understanding it. I’ve learned to honor my energy, set boundaries, and finally feel comfortable in my own skin. Being an introvert isn’t a flaw. It’s clarity.

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    Brynn Harvey
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    ADHD,  Family

    Can a Child Succeed in School When They Have ADHD?

    Children with ADHD can succeed in school — not just scrape by, but thrive. It might not look traditional, and the path may be winding, but with support, self-awareness, and a focus on strengths, real growth happens. My son, who has inattentive ADHD, is living proof: resilient, creative, and learning to define success on his own terms.

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    Brynn Harvey
  • A teenage girl sitting on the floor against the wall with her hand on her forehead and a nervous look on her face with the title Recognizing Anxiety in Children and Teens overlaid.
    Family,  Mental Health

    Recognizing Anxiety in Children and Teens

    Anxiety isn’t just something adults deal with — kids and teens can struggle with it too, often in ways that are hard to recognize. In this post, I share my daughter’s journey with anxiety, what signs to watch for, and how we’ve learned to support her along the way. If you’re wondering what to look for, read on.

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    Brynn Harvey
  • A young child playing on a tablet with the title 5 Ways to Help Your ADHD Child Manage Hyperfixation overlaid.
    ADHD

    5 Ways to Help Your ADHD Child Manage Hyperfixation

    Managing hyperfixation in children with ADHD can be challenging, especially when their focus locks onto something they love, like video games. I share five practical strategies I’ve used to help my son navigate hyperfixation. From setting time limits to involving him in rule-making, it’s all about finding what works for your family.

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    Brynn Harvey
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