During this episode, author Eleanor Vincent shares some of the ups and downs she and her ex-husband experienced in their neurodiverse relationship. More specifically she addresses:
- The 1st break-up, years of friendship, reuniting and then marriage;
- How things changed when they moved in together;
- Masking and unmasking;
- Challenges with emotional reciprocity;
- Using love scripts;
- Communication challenges;
- Short-term improvements, but not long term and consistent;
- Meltdowns and shutdowns;
- The impact of COVID;
- Health challenges;
- Change in physical and sexual Intimacy;
- Patterns in an neurodiverse relationship;
- Unmet needs;
- Deciding to end the relationship and having no contact;
- Being part of “The Lost Generation”
You can learn more about Eleanor's story in her new book: "Disconnected: Portrait of a Neurodiverse Marriage"
In addition, you can contact Eleanor at: www.eleanorvincent.com or contact Mona at: www.neurodiverselove.com
