The Joy of Special Interests in Neurodiverse Mentoring
In this episode of Neuromentoring, hosts Brian and Lucy are joined by Sara King, an experienced autistic mentor, trainer and all-round superstar. The discussion explores personal special interests including the Eric Clapton-Patty Boyd-George Harrison love triangle and deep lore of Star Wars. They tell tales about how special interests can enrich mentoring relationships and support student well-being. The episode also underscores the importance of creating safe spaces for sharing these interests and the potential challenges of aligning academic pursuits with personal passions.
00:00 Welcome to Neuromentoring
00:26 Introducing Sara King
01:30 Exploring Special Interests
03:05 The Joy of Immersive Interests
05:31 Mentoring and Special Interests
15:08 Student Societies and Special Interests
21:42 Mentoring Through Interests
26:38 Defining Special Interests
29:20 Conclusion and Contact Information
