When emotions run high—whether it’s a school meltdown, a sensory overload, or just a rough day—breathing might not seem like a solution. But it can be. Breathwork is one of the simplest tools available to help regulate the nervous system, and it’s especially powerful for teens with ADHD, anxiety, or emotional sensitivity.

I used to think I had to choose between a clean house and a connected home. That if I couldn’t keep up with laundry, dishes, and dust bunnies, I was somehow failing. That belief? I’ve let it go. (Okay — I’m trying to let it go.)

Because here's the truth: I live with a teenager who has ADHD and anxiety. And while some people have tidy houses with well-labeled storage bins, I have a kitchen table covered in unfinished puzzles, fidget toys, and a few abandoned cups. I have half-folded laundry on the couch, shoes in the hallway, and a living room that doubles as a crash pad when emotions get too big.

It’s not Instagram-perfect. But it’s real. And it’s ours.