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Divergently MarriedDivergently Being Goes on Holiday... Again!Sorry we've been so quiet of late, a lot's been going on. And we'll tell you all about it in this latest episode where we talk about our Italian holiday, talk some more about pregnancy, and delve into the news again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-07-301h 22Divergently MarriedWe Have an Announcement - Huge, the Biggest!In this episode, Sonay and James discuss James' recent trip to Morocco for his degree, and tell you all why they've been kind of quiet of late... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-06-2124 minDivergently MarriedRegistries, RSD, and Rhubarb: Fighting Ableism and Finding JoyIn our latest episode, we expose ableist policies in the US and UK, from RFK Jr’s registry proposal to Amnesty International’s report on the DWP’s cruelty. We discuss RSD for loved ones, fighting injustice, and find a little hope in rhubarb and small victories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-1530 minDivergently MarriedAutism in Girls, ADHD Intuition, and RSD: Diagnosis, Burnout & Breaking the MaskIn this episode, Sonay & James dive into the underdiagnosis of autism in girls, explore the blurred lines between RSD and intuition, and share personal insights on burnout, masking, and executive dysfunction. Plus, PIP frustrations, Gladiators nostalgia, and Sylvie the cheeky dog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-1443 minDivergently MarriedFake News, Welfare Blues, and the Fear of Speaking Up: Navigating RSD & Self-AdvocacySonay and James tackle damaging anti-neurodivergent rhetoric, dissect concerning UK welfare reforms impacting disabled communities, take their usual RSD dive, particularly the anxiety of expressing personal needs without triggering others. Plus, they discuss neuroinclusive workplaces, share personal workplace horror stories, and offer an update from the allotment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2447 minDivergently MarriedBirthdays, Benefits, and Battling Bravely: Welfare Cuts & the Reality of RSDSonay and James discuss controversial welfare cuts affecting disabled communities, celebrate personal milestones, explore people-pleasing as a trauma response, and share exciting allotment news. We've also got our usual news and RSD segments, so listen on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1355 minDivergently MarriedPIP, Politics & People Who Just Don’t Get ItIn our latest episode, we discuss working from home, Sonay's PIP assessment, what we think of Kayne West's autism diagnosis, and other things besides. We've also got our usual news and RSD segments, and also a bit of news about how the NHS wants to take away Right to Choose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1946 minDivergently MarriedWill We Ever Stop Talking About RSD?In this eighth episode of season 2, we dive into the latest (depressing) ADHD life expectancy research, question whether RSD is actually CPTSD, and uncover the shocking truth that the Autism Act exists. We also analyse whether The Big Bang Theory accidentally nailed meltdowns and, as always, go off on a well-earned government rant.Because if the system won’t advocate for us, you know we will. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-0537 minDivergently MarriedBeeping means I’m happy, and I'll have the same table, thanksIn this seventh episode of season 2, we tackle the joy of echolalia, the misery of RSD, and the absurdity of object permanence (yes, it’s real). We also unmask a little, rant about TV stereotypes, and review Patience – because we’re nothing if not thorough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-2146 minDivergently MarriedRecaps, RSD & Unmasking: Wrapping Up 2024, Looking Ahead to 2025In this sixth episode of season 2 and the final episode of the year, we look back at 2024 and ahead to 2025, discuss some good news, unpack some more RSD and unmasking moments, and share personal highlights before setting new goals for the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-3157 minDivergently MarriedWhy boundaries matter and how to deal with burnoutIn the fifth episode of the second season, we're taking a look at boundaries and burnout. This time, we've only got the tiniest mention of politics, we talk about good news for a change, and Sonay shares her struggles in her RSD segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-0955 minDivergently MarriedIt’s Not Me, It’s Definitely You: RSD Strikes AgainIn the fourth episode of the second season, we take another look at RSD. James wanted to call it RSD 2, Electric Boogaloo, but this was outvoted by Sonay and Sylvie. James suspects electoral fraud.In this episode both James and Sonay talk about RSD, when travel goes right for a change, minimal mentions of politics, why we need International Men's Day, and much, much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-2855 minDivergently MarriedThe week everything changedIn the third episode of the second season, it's all politics again. Over seven days, seemingly everything changed, and not for the better. We've got the budget, the US election, and the new Tory party leader all under discussion. Oh, and James gets annoyed at Bake Off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-1249 minDivergently MarriedLet's talk about... talkingIn the second episode of our new season, we're talking all things communication. Communication styles, verbal and written, as well as talking about transactional analysis. Plus we have our usual RSD segments, James tries to avoid getting worked up over something, and what's got Sonay giggling this week. Listen in to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-2541 minDivergently MarriedLet's get emotional!It's a new season! We're talking emotions, our usual RSD segment, and The Circle. Also, what sets James off this time? Can you find where the dog interferes with our recording?Listen in to find out how. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-1147 minDivergently MarriedHappy birthday to us!!It's our birthday! In this episode, we take a look back through our earlier episodes, listen to each other getting the giggles, and think about what the future hold for Divergently Married. Listen in also for our usual news and RSD segments, and our visit to the Green Party conference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-2942 minDivergently MarriedWhat's love (languages) got to do with it?This week, we're talking about love languages, haircuts, politics (again), as well as our usual news and RSD segments. We also manage to say something positive about travel, for a change. Sonay got the giggles again, but what was it that set her off in a flap this time? Grab your beverage of choice, sit down and have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-1140 minDivergently MarriedWe're back... AGAIN!In this episode, we talk about the Olympics, Olympians with ADHD, how stress can make you ill, how travelling can really go wrong, and how Sylvie is doing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-2941 minDivergently MarriedSonay gets the gigglesAs you can guess by the title, Sonay got the giggles, but James didn't. Still, in this episode, James and Sonay try to get through the usual RSD segment, the election day itself and the day after, what we've been watching recently, and an update on the hairiest member of the team, Sylvie. But what was it that set Sonay off? Have a listen, and find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-1646 minDivergently MarriedThe Last One Before The ElectionUnlucky for some, but business as usual for others. In episode 13, Sonay and James go through the manifestos of the seven main parties, talk about boundaries, safe foods, and Pride. Which party wins on neurodiversity? What food does James absolutely hate? Find out in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-0242 minDivergently MarriedOMG I married Sheldon!What do Sonay and James think about the upcoming election and idea of compulsary national service? What is the difference between co-regulators and co-dependent? Find out in this episode along with RSD segment of the episode and discussions on watching sports, telephone calls and who identifies most with Sheldon from Big Bang Theory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-1349 minDivergently MarriedI REALLY hate flyingIt's episode 11, alongside the regular segments of the regular segments on a recent story of the episode and RSD thought of the episode, Sonay and James talk about the struggles they have when travelling following their most recent experiences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-2652 minDivergently MarriedJames goes to the dentistSonay and James reach double digits with episode 10. In this episode, we see the start of the regular segments on a recent story of the episode and RSD thought of the episode. James also shares all about the dentist whilst they both talk about pain thresholds, meltdown triggers and not being listened to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-1841 minDivergently MarriedIt's not a trend!In this second episode of myth busting, Sonay and James take on some of the most recent myths circling in the media and talk about inspiration porn. They also delve into dopamine, self-medicating and addiction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-0236 minDivergently MarriedPupdates, emotional regulation and griefTW: This episode talks about griefIn this episode, Sonay and James start off by providing a brief update on the newest member of the Divergently Married family. They also talk about puppies and RSD (which they forgot to mention last time!) and the opposite of RSD, recognition responsive euphoria. The rest of the episode talks about their experiences of grief, if this subject is triggering please do skip this bit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-1039 minDivergently MarriedWelcome Sylvie!After a long break, this time as a result of the arrival of a new member to the Divergently Married family (cockapoo puppy, Sylvie), Sonay and James talk about the realities of owning a puppy and what that means from an AuDHD perspective. They also share thoughts on Christmas parties, socialising and a round up of 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-2041 minDivergently MarriedLet's talk about traits!In episode 6 of Divergently Married, Sonay and James take a deep dive into their traits of autism and ADHD, including what led to them getting assessed and the impact on their careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-1651 minDivergently MarriedHow do you do it?In this episode, Sonay and James talk about their journeys to getting their AuDHD diagnoses, or in James' case, twice... They also cover off masking and coping strategies for every day life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-1854 minDivergently MarriedThat's so not true!In the fourth episode of Divergently Married, Sonay and James take on some of the common stereotypes and myths of autism and ADHD, and set about busting them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-2839 minDivergently MarriedA Very Neurodivergent WeddingIn the third episode of Divergently Married, Sonay and James tell us about their wedding - all the way from their very unique proposal, to the planning, right up to the big day itself. They talk about stresses that affected them as AuDHDers, as well as their unique take on a wedding itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-1830 minDivergently MarriedFine, I'm Not Doing It!In the second episode of Divergently Married, Sonay and James take an in-depth look at Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, a common emotional condition for those with ADHD. They talk about how it shows up, what makes it worse, how it has affected them in the past, its effects on their relationship, and their tips on how to combat it both personally and professionally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-2435 minDivergently MarriedWelcome to our podcastWelcome to the first ever episode of Divergently Married. Sonay and James introduce themselves, the podcast and how it came about. They also tell the story of how they first met. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-1619 min