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Nostalgic NeurodivergentBurnout and Meltdowns as a Neurodivergent Momđ Burnout and meltdowns are tough for any mom, but for neurodivergent moms, they can feel especially overwhelming. In this episode, Iâm diving into practical tools for recognizing burnout, prioritizing self-care, and handling meltdowns or shutdowns with grace.đĄ In This Episode:Learn how to spot burnout early and take proactive steps.Discover self-care practices that actually work for busy moms.Get tools for supporting your child through meltdowns and shutdowns.â¨Shownotes: https://empoweredneuromom.com/overcoming-burnout-practical-strategies-for-neurodivergent-moms/đ§ Subscribe to the Podcast:Spotify2025-05-0507 min
Minds of All Kinds PodcastEp.30 Energy Regulation in Neurodivergent Students: A Practical GuideThis episode on "Understanding Energy Regulation in Neurodivergent Students" explores how neurodivergent individuals often experience dramatic energy fluctuations, impacting their ability to focus and function. It discusses the science behind this, highlighting the role of the autonomic nervous system, dopamine regulation, sensory sensitivities, and sleep patterns. The episode provides practical strategies for educators and families to support energy regulation through movement breaks, flexible seating, predictable routines, and attention to sensory needs. Furthermore, it emphasizes teaching students self-awareness techniques like visual energy charts and body awareness exercises to help them recognize and manage their energy levels ef...2025-03-1614 minMinds of All Kinds PodcastEp.17 Neurodiversity: From Coping to ThrivingThis episode "Beyond Coping: Helping Neurodivergent Minds Thrive" advocates for a shift in perspective, moving from simply helping neurodivergent individuals cope with existing systems to creating environments where they can flourish. It emphasizes embracing unique strengths, fostering curiosity, and adapting learning approaches to suit individual needs.The discussion highlights historical figures like Albert Einstein, Temple Grandin and Richard Branson as examples of neurodivergent individuals who thrived by leveraging their unique ways of thinking. Key elements for thriving include strength-based learning, intrinsic motivation, autonomy, and supportive environments that accommodate diverse learning styles. The episode encourages educators, f...2025-03-1609 minMinds of All Kinds PodcastEp.19 Stimming and Movement: The Science of Self-RegulationThis episode focuses on stimming and movement as crucial self-regulation tools for neurodivergent individuals. It highlights how stimming, involving repetitive actions, aids in focus, anxiety reduction, and emotional expression. The episode explains the science behind movement, noting its positive impact on neurotransmitters and cognitive function, and also identifies different forms of stimming. It stresses the importance of creating supportive, inclusive spaces by normalizing movement, providing fidget tools, and educating others about stimming, thereby promoting acceptance and understanding. The podcast underscores that instead of suppressing stimming, society should recognize and celebrate it as a meaningful aspect of...2025-03-1611 minMinds of All Kinds PodcastEp.23 Understanding and Supporting Neurodivergent Children and Their FamiliesThis episode focuses on understanding and supporting parents of neurodivergent children. It challenges common myths surrounding neurodivergence, such as ADHD being an excuse for bad parenting or that children will simply outgrow it. The episode emphasizes the importance of avoiding harmful comments and offering genuine support instead of unsolicited advice. It suggests practical ways to help these families, like educating oneself, listening without judgment, and advocating for inclusive spaces. Ultimately, the podcast promotes creating communities where neurodivergent families feel valued and understood.2025-03-1617 minMinds of All Kinds PodcastEp.26 Understanding Neurodivergent Learners: A Whole-Student ApproachThis episode emphasizes understanding and supporting neurodivergent learners by recognizing their unique strengths and needs. It encourages educators to observe students, listen actively, and consider personality, passions, and anxieties in their teaching approaches. Cultural identity's role in learning is highlighted, advocating for respecting diverse learning styles and communication methods. The podcast underscores the importance of parents as valuable resources, fostering collaboration between home and school. Ultimately, the episode promotes creating inclusive learning environments where every student feels understood and capable of success.2025-03-1621 minMinds of All Kinds PodcastEp.27 Routines: Supporting Neurodivergent Students' SuccessThis episode explores the crucial role of routines in supporting neurodivergent students. Consistent structures are presented as essential tools for reducing anxiety, enhancing self-regulation, and fostering independence. Strategies for creating effective routines at home and in the classroom are discussed, including visual schedules, clear expectations, and transition cues. The episode also emphasizes the importance of balancing routines with flexibility, teaching students to manage unexpected changes through coping strategies and self-advocacy. Ultimately, routines empower neurodivergent students to build confidence and navigate their environment with greater success.2025-03-1612 minMinds of All Kinds PodcastEp.28 Supporting Neurodivergent Students: Easing Transitions at Home and SchoolThis episode focuses on the challenges neurodivergent students face during transitions between activities. It highlights the science behind these difficulties, linking them to executive dysfunction, sensory processing, and dopamine regulation. The episode then provides educators and caregivers with practical tools and strategies to ease transitions, such as using visual schedules, timers, and predictable routines. Specific advice is offered for both school and home environments, covering areas like morning routines, homework, and mealtimes. The podcast emphasizes supporting emotional regulation by acknowledging feelings and teaching self-regulation techniques. Ultimately, the goal is to create predictable and supportive environments th...2025-03-1614 minMinds of All Kinds PodcastEp.29 Neurodiversity: The Power of the Big PictureThis episode focuses on the importance of having a big picture for neurodivergent students, highlighting how understanding the context and relevance of information can significantly improve their learning experience. It explores the science behind why this approach is effective, citing its positive impact on executive function, memory, and anxiety reduction. The episode provides practical strategies for educators and caregivers to implement big picture thinking both in the classroom and in daily routines. Additionally, the podcast offers techniques to help neurodivergent students strengthen their own big picture thinking skills, such as reflection, real-world application, and narrative thinking. ...2025-03-1617 min
How To Love Yourself No Matter WhatMeeting Your Emotional Needs as a Sensitive or Neurodivergent WomanIn this episode, I dive into the challenges of meeting your emotional needs as a sensitive or neurodivergent woman. If youâve ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or emotionally drained from constantly giving without receiving, this conversation is for you. I share my own journey with masking, people-pleasing, and emotional exhaustionâand why so many of us struggle to get our needs met. Youâll learn how to recognize, advocate for, and meet your own emotional needs in a way that fosters emotional empowerment rather than resentment. This episode is about stepping into self-acceptance, setting boundaries, and creating the emotional safety...2025-03-1436 minNostalgic NeurodivergentMastering Emotional Regulation as a Neurodivergent MomIf youâve ever struggled to manage emotional overwhelm, this episode is for you. Neurodivergent moms experience emotions more intensely and for longer periods than neurotypical parents. Add in RSD, sensory overload, and executive dysfunctionâand emotional regulation can feel nearly impossible.đĄ What Youâll Learn:Why emotional regulation is extra challenging for neurodivergent momsQuick hacks to calm your nervous system in the momentHow to build a personalized emotional regulation toolkit2025-03-0407 min
Diary of a ADHD Strategist PodcastS4 EP20: The Neurodivergent AI Baby Maker with Kirsten KarchmerCan an AI really help you make a baby? Meet Kirsten Karchmer, the "baby maker" who's using her neurodivergent mind to transform fertility treatment with a groundbreaking AI app. Kirsten's journey is anything but typical. As a linguist turned acupuncturist, she was diagnosed with MS at 20 and navigates the world with dyslexia.In this episode, we explore how Kirsten's unique perspective, shaped by personal challenges and a deep understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), fuelled her mission to democratise fertility care. Discover how she's making support accessible to the 97% of couples who can't...2025-02-271h 16Nostalgic NeurodivergentHealing Generational Trauma as a Neurodivergent MomBreaking cycles isnât easyâespecially for neurodivergent moms balancing executive dysfunction, RSD, and sensory overwhelm. In this episode of Nostalgic Neurodivergent, weâre talking about why healing generational trauma feels extra exhaustingâand what you can do to make it easier.đĄ What Youâll Learn: What generational trauma really is (beyond bad parenting) How neurodivergence makes cycle-breaking more complex Simple mindset shifts & strategies to make healing sustainable2025-02-2506 minNostalgic NeurodivergentBridging the Gap: Supporting Both Neurodivergent & Neurotypical Family MembersParenting in a mixed-neurotype family can feel like trying to merge two different worlds. How do you meet everyoneâs needs without constant frustration?đĄ What Youâll Learn: Why neurodivergent & neurotypical brains process emotions, routines, & communication differently The biggest friction points in mixed-neurotype familiesâand how to navigate them Practical strategies to support all family members without feeling overwhelmed2025-02-1808 minNostalgic NeurodivergentBoundaries for Neurodivergent Moms: Saying No Without the GuiltIf setting boundaries was easy, weâd all be doing it. But forneurodivergent moms balancing people-pleasing, RSD, and complex family dynamics, boundaries can feelimpossible.đĄWhat Youâll Learn:Why boundaries feelso hard for neurodivergent momsHow guilt, people-pleasing & trauma responses sabotage our ability to say noPractical boundary scripts & strategies to set limits without guilt2025-02-1108 minNostalgic NeurodivergentBlended Families & Neurodivergent Moms: Building Trust & ConnectionBlended families donât just âclickâ overnightâit takes time, patience, anda whole lot of emotional bandwidth. And when you add in neurodivergence? It gets even more complex.đĄWhat Youâll Learn:Why blended families can sometimes takeyears, not months, to truly feel like familyHow sensory overwhelm & executive dysfunction impact family transitionsStrategies to set healthy boundaries & improve communication in complex family dynamicsShow notes:https://empoweredneuromom.com/blog/103942-blended-families-neurodivergent-moms2025-02-0707 min
Diverge & DisruptBehavior Support, But Make It Human: Expanding the possibilities of ABA Ep. 3Show NotesEpisode Title: Behavior Support, But Make It Human: Expanding the possibilities of ABA Guests: Hannah Flaherty, Founder, Co-Owner & Therapist Serina Fleming, Co-Owner & TherapistSynopsis:In this episode, we dive into an honest and necessary conversation about the realities of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and how KC Behavioral Consulting is doing things differently. Founders Hannah Flattery and Serina Fleming share their journey from working within traditional models of therapy to breaking away and creating a practice that prioritizes real-life application, family-centered care, and actual collaboration.We...2025-02-0753 minNostalgic NeurodivergentCo-Parenting as a Neurodivergent Mom: What No One Talks AboutCo-parenting isnât a neatly wrapped sitcom plotâitâs chaotic, draining, and, if youâre neurodivergent, even more complicated. In this episode, we dive into the reality of co-parenting as an ND mom, covering emotional regulation, boundary-setting, and how to maintain your sanity while raising your kids your way.
Show notes & resources: https://empoweredneuromom.com/blog/103896-co-parenting-as-a-neurodivergent-mom
2025-02-0506 min
Differently Aligned - For Neurodivergent Business OwnersEmail Management for Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs In this episode, we're diving into email management for neurodivergent business owners. I've traditionally been really bad at this, but I've spent an inordinate amount of time trying to get better, automate, and shift my processes. If managing your inbox feels overwhelming, join me as I discuss ways to automate, systemise, and bring order to the chaos. Â Key points:Â I talk about my firm rule: treating the inbox as a to-do list, and why it works for me I'll share my journey toward inbox zero, the struggles along the way, and the expectations vs. the reality of managing multiple inboxes Ti...2025-02-0416 min
The Neurodivergent Struggles PodcastEpisode 11: PDA in Autism
In this episode, Dr. Kojo Sarfo & Life Coach Vanessa Munoz dive into the concept of PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) in autism, exploring what it is and how it feels, especially for those who are neurodivergent, including individuals with ADHD. We discuss the challenges of feeling overwhelmed by demands and the emotional and psychological experience of needing autonomy in a world that often feels controlling.
Additionally, we share ways neurodivergent partners can support each other, emphasizing the importance of communication and mutual respect when navigating the desire for independence. We also talk about how we, as neurodivergent individuals, can express...2025-01-2727 min
The Neurodivergent Struggles PodcastEpisode 10: How to Deal with Family While Being Neurodivergent
In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges neurodivergent individuals face when it comes to setting boundaries with family. Setting boundaries can often be a struggle, especially when dealing with loved ones who may not fully understand or accept neurodivergent traits or diagnoses. We explore the reasons why some families might not be as accepting, from lack of awareness and education to deeply ingrained beliefs or misunderstandings about neurodiversity.
We also discuss the power of perceptionâhow the way we see ourselves and how others perceive us can influence the way we handle criticism and rejection from family me...2025-01-2721 min
The Neurodivergent Struggles PodcastEpisode 1: What Does It Mean To Be Neurodivergent?
In this inaugural episode, Hollywood mental health expert Dr. Kojo Sarfo and mental health educator Vanessa Munoz delve into the details of neurodivergence. They explore what it truly means to be neurodivergent, the challenges individuals face, and the journey of diagnosis and its outcomes.
This podcast is a safe and inclusive space, and we welcome your questions and topic suggestions. Rest assured, all stories and inquiries will remain anonymous unless you specify otherwise. Thank you for your support, and we hope you enjoy our discussion!
Find us on all platforms at: @neurodivergentstruggles
2025-01-2214 min
Diverge & DisruptStart here. Ep. 1In the inaugural episode of 'Diverge & Disrupt', Liz Vossenkemper, a neurodivergent nurse practitioner, shares the journey and the motivations behind this podcast. This episode discusses the importance of understanding and embracing neurodivergence, the need for systemic change, and the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals and their families. Liz emphasizes the necessity of disrupting misconceptions surrounding ADHD and autism, advocating for a more inclusive and affirming approach to healthcare and education.Key term that may require clarification: Neurodivergent: Refers to individuals whose brain functions differently from what is considered typical or neurotypical. This...2024-12-1719 min
Diary of a ADHD Strategist PodcastS3 EP14: The Neurodivergent Entrepreneur: Embracing Your Quirks for SuccessJoin host Eli as she speaks with Dr. Satya Sardonicus, a chiropractor and the creator of the Neurofascial Flow Method, in this insightful and inspiring episode of The Neurodivergent Entrepreneur: Embracing Your Quirks for Success.Dr. Satya, a successful entrepreneur, shares her incredible story of navigating the world with neurodivergence, overcoming multiple traumas, and ultimately turning her sensitivity into a superpower. From childhood challenges and misdiagnoses to the development of her unique healing method, Dr. Satya offers a raw and honest look at her journey from overwhelm to empowerment.In this episode, you'll discover:2024-12-021h 07
Nostalgic NeurodivergentHandling Holiday Sensory Overload: Tips for Neurodivergent FamiliesThe holidays can be a sensory overload for neurodivergent families. In this episode, weâre talking about strategies to navigate the holiday season without feeling overwhelmed. From family gatherings to busy environments, letâs make the holidays more manageable together.2024-11-1805 min
Nostalgic NeurodivergentCoping Mechanisms and Escaping Through Fantasy: Navigating Neurodivergent RealitiesIn todayâs episode, weâre diving deep into the world of escapism and how it often becomes a survival mechanism for neurodivergent moms. Iâll be sharing my personal experiences of turning to fantasy worlds and online communities when reality felt too overwhelming. Whether youâve found yourself retreating into your own imagination or seeking solace in spaces that accept you without question, this episode is for you. Weâll explore why these escapes can feel so necessary and how they shape our journeys toward self-understanding and community. Letâs take a moment to reflect, without judgment, and embrace the...2024-10-2819 min
Nostalgic NeurodivergentThe Heart of Neurodivergent Mom Life: Core Values and VisionThis episode is all about the core values that guide everything we do at Neurodivergent Mom Life. These values are the foundation of this podcast and everything I create for our community. Weâll explore how these values shape our approach to parenting, self-care, and embracing neurodiversity. If you want to know what drives this podcast and our shared journey, this episode is a must-listen.2024-10-1104 min
Diary of a ADHD Strategist PodcastS2 EP11: Neurodivergent ADHD From Fortune 500 to Freedom, Secret to Productivity with Kathleen SmithNeurodivergent ADHD creativity and technology! đ Join me, Kathleen Smith, as I share my journey of creativity with tech and navigating the entrepreneurial world. In this video, I dive into my experiences from Fortune 500 corporations to founding Walton Birch, a web development and digital marketing company. Say goodbye to conventional paths and level up your productivity game with game-changing hacks tailored for the neurodivergent and beyond! đĄDiscover how tools like ChatGPT and Milanote have transformed my workflow, allowing me to boost my online learning journey and enhance content creation. Whether you're seeking inspira...2024-10-0752 min
Nostalgic NeurodivergentEmpowering Emotional Resilience in Your Neurodivergent DaughterOur daughters face unique challenges as they grow up neurodivergent, and one of the greatest gifts we can give them is emotional resilience. In todayâs episode, weâll talk about how to build that resilience, helping our daughters navigate their emotions with confidence and strength. Whether your daughter is dealing with school stress, friendships, or self-esteem issues, this episode offers practical advice to support her journey2024-10-0411 min
Nostalgic NeurodivergentParenting Hacks for Neurodivergent Moms: Managing Daily ChaosParenting can be chaotic, especially when youâre a neurodivergent mom. But donât worryâweâve got some hacks to help you tame that chaos and create a more manageable daily routine. In this episode, Iâll share some practical tips and strategies that have worked for me and might just make your life a little easier too.2024-09-2710 min
Diary of a ADHD Strategist PodcastS2 EP6: My Sonâs ADHD & Autism Inspired corporate transform with Rebecca PrejeanJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Rebecca Prejean, a trailblazer in creating accessible learning experiences for neurodivergent individuals in corporate America. Rebecca's journey from facing a layoff to becoming a leader in neurodivergent inclusion is nothing short of empowering! đŞIn this Podcast, Rebecca shares her personal story, motivated by her son's autism diagnosis, which propelled her to change the workplace landscape. Learn how she builds customized training programs and consults with organizations to implement inclusive policies, ensuring people with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other conditions can thrive at work. đ§ â¨Say goodbye to outdated...2024-09-2542 min
Nostalgic NeurodivergentEpisode 2: Connecting with Your Neurodivergent Daughter: Essential Conversations
Todayâs episode is all about one of the most important conversations we have as neurodivergent momsâcommunicating with our daughters. Weâll explore the unique challenges and beautiful opportunities that come with these mother-daughter talks. Whether you're navigating tough topics or just trying to connect, this episode offers practical tips to help you strengthen that bond.
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Nostalgic NeurodivergentDiscovering the Hidden Strengths of Neurodivergent Parenting
In this episode, weâre flipping the script on what it means to be a neurodivergent parent. Itâs easy to focus on the struggles, but today, weâre celebrating the unexpected perks that come with it. From creative problem-solving to unique ways of connecting with our kids, being a neurodivergent parent has its own set of superpowers. Join me as we explore these hidden strengths and how they make us unstoppable!
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Diary of a ADHD Strategist PodcastS2 EP2: My Sonâs Autism Inspired corporate transform: ADHD & Autism Secrets with Rebecca Prejeanđ Welcome to "From Layoff to Leader: Building a Business for Neurodivergent Inclusion"! đJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Rebecca Prejean, a trailblazer in creating accessible learning experiences for neurodivergent individuals in corporate America. Rebecca's journey from facing a layoff to becoming a leader in neurodivergent inclusion is nothing short of empowering! đŞIn this video, Rebecca shares her personal story, motivated by her son's autism diagnosis, which propelled her to change the workplace landscape. Learn how she builds customized training programs and consults with organizations to implement inclusive policies, ensuring people with ADHD, autism, d...2024-09-1642 min
Differently Aligned - For Neurodivergent Business OwnersManaging Finances in Business for Neurodivergent Brains - with Tina MathamsIn today's episode, I'm going to be sharing a small pot of a wonderful guest speaker chat that I had recently with Tina Mathams, the ADHD Accountant from Diverse Accountants, about managing finances for neurodivergent business owners.  Tina shares practical tips on: tracking business finances understanding profit managing cash flow making finance work for various neurodivergent brains. Connect with Tina Mathams: www.diverseaccountants.com.au Instagram: @theadhdaccountant & @diverseaccountants đ§Â Podcast: ADHD Money and Finance  Free things for neurodivergent business owners: ndbusiness.co/freebies Learn more about future events: https://ndbusiness.co www.instagram.com/neurodivergent.business 2024-06-1818 min
Differently Aligned - For Neurodivergent Business OwnersAutomating & Streamlining your Business to support your Neurodivergent NeedsIn this episode, I'm going to be sharing my love of streamlining, automating, and systematising. I totally love nerding out on automating computerised bits and pieces of my businesses. It is one of my SpIns (also known as special interests). Â If you already love automating and streamlining and systematising, then probably you're going to tune in and you'll be like, cool. This is my jam. Let's talk. If this doesn't sound like something you love and I'm already starting to lose you, I would actually seriously encourage you to stay tuned! Â Â LINKS: 1:1 Business Coaching or Consulting Support: https://ndbusiness.co/1-1...2024-04-0430 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter What199. Outward Verbal Processing: Navigating Neurodivergent Behavior ShameI spent a lot of years of my life (over 40) being ashamed of being an outward verbal processor. Â It's a pretty common neurodivergent trait that can oftentimes end up with other people treating you poorly. Â Here's the thing, even thought a lot of people really don't get it, there ARE a lot of people that DO get it. Â Today's episode breaks down what life looks like as a verbal processor, how to get of the shame spiral, and how to help yourself process better so that this doesn't happen for you as much.More than anything, what you...2024-03-0720 min
Differently Aligned - For Neurodivergent Business OwnersCome on in to the Differently Aligned Podcast for Neurodivergent Business OwnersWelcome in to the Differently Aligned podcast, for Neurodivergent Business Owners! In this shortie welcome episode, I share who the Differently Aligned Podcast is for: It's for you if you're neurodivergent (including if you're not sure whether you are, or if you're self-diagnosed. You're welcome here!) and you're a business owner (including sole traders, contractors and entrepreneurs. You're also welcome here!). Join me for ideas, support, conversations and guidance to grow your business without burning out. Let's turn up the fun, the flow, and the alignment. Â Adina Levy Neurodivergent B...2024-02-0506 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter What192. Raise Your Standards To Raise Your Quality Of LifeAre you settling in your life? Â Are you trying to get yourself to be ok with what you think you can get because you don't think what you actually want is possible. Â If that is what is happening for you, I want you to know that it is super common in neurodivergent people. Â In fact, many of us walk on this path for so long, that we stop wanting all together. Â Today I want to change that for you. Â One of the simplest ways to increase your quality of life is to raise your standards. Â This is true of dating...2024-01-1824 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter What186. Thriving Through The Holidays: A Neurodivergent Woman's Guide To Creating MagicToday we dive into the magic of the holiday season. As we approach the holidays, I share insights and strategies to help neurodivergent women navigate this time with ease and find the peace they deserve.I'm excited to announce a 10-day challenge where I'll guide you through a transformative process to make this holiday season truly yours. Join the challenge in a Facebook group or access a private audio feed, making it convenient for your unique preferences. Register HEREIn this episode, we address the common struggles neurodivergent women face during the holidays, from overwhelming...2023-12-0729 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter What184. Neurodivergent Brains ARE Different - How To Be The Boss of Your BrainToday, we dive deep into the concept of being the boss of your brain â a skill crucial for navigating the challenges of neurodivergence. Contrary to common misconceptions, being the boss of your brain doesn't mean eliminating all negative thoughts or self-doubt. Instead, it's about understanding and working with the natural tendencies of our brains.Many of us, especially those who are neurodivergent, experience a unique relationship with our brains. It can feel like a constant battle with overwhelming thoughts and unhealthy coping mechanisms. The truth is, our brains are wired to identify problems and solve them, which ca...2023-11-2323 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter What180. Part 1: Using Silence To Create Emotional Capacityn this podcast episode, I'm thrilled to announce a new training program that's dedicated to helping individuals with neurodivergent brains effectively handle and manage anxiety. We understand that this can be especially challenging for those who have experienced trauma or received a mental illness diagnosis. The best part? This training is entirely free. All you need to do is sign up on our waitlist at joinamanda.ca, and it will be ready for you soon.Now, let's dive into the heart of this episode.First and foremost, let's talk about building emotional capacity. Emotional capacity...2023-10-2620 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter What179. You Need More Emotional CapacityWelcome to the "Monday Mindset" podcast, where I delves into the essential topic of emotional capacity. I discusses the significance of emotional capacity and how it impacts those with neurodivergent brains. I explore ways to increase emotional resilience and enhance your ability to handle emotions effectively. Throughout the episode, I introduce five key elements to grow your emotional capacity: silence, senses, nature, cardio, and community. These five facets will be explored in upcoming episodes, providing a holistic approach to empower neurodivergent individuals on their journey to better emotional well-being. I will help you take control of your emotions and...2023-10-2417 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter What170. Neurodivergent Complaints & SolutionsI was curious about what people were complaining about when it came to neurodivergence. Â So I popped the question into Chat GPT and the answer really did inspire this entire episode. Â Today I am going to cover the most common hurdles for those of us that experience neurodivergence. Â I explain what they are, why we experience them and how we can move through them. Â If you want to stop letting neurodivergence stop you from living a f*ck yes life - this episode is for you!Register for the Get Your Sh*t Together With Your Neurodivergent Brai...2023-09-2134 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter What168. How To Get Your Shit Together With Your Neurodivergent BrainDiscover why the quest to "get your sh*t together" might be holding you back in life. Join Amanda Hess in this eye-opening podcast episode as she reveals the pitfalls of this common belief and offers a fresh perspective on self-improvement and self-acceptance. Find out how reducing the pressure on yourself can lead to greater growth and fulfillment. Plus, don't miss her upcoming free workshop where she'll share practical strategies for thriving in your unique way. Tune in now for a dose of insight and inspiration.Register for the Get Your Shit Together with Your Neurodivergent Brain...2023-09-1423 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter WhatStop Being A ChameleonAs a neurodivergent woman, I can guarantee that you have become an expert at being a chameleon. Â What nobody told you was that doing this would ruin your experience of yourself and your life as you got older. Â In order to love your life as a neurodivergent woman, it's imperative that you unlearn this "skill". Â Today I am going to help you get started.Find out more about my 6 week coaching program: www.theneurodivergentceo.comReach out to me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theneurodivergentceo/
Interested in working with Amanda? Â Sign up f...2023-07-2024 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter WhatWhat It Means To Be A Neurodivergent CEOIf you identify as being neurodivergent, or you believe you might be, there are few key things that I am going to teach you that you probably haven't been taught before. Â The most important thing to understand is that there is no such think as normal.You have been raised to think otherwise, but it's hurting you and not helping you to identify with being "not normal"You are unique. Â Therefor however you are is normal for you. Â When you begin understanding this universal truth, you can really start enjoying your life.Listen in...2023-06-1528 minHow To Love Yourself No Matter WhatUnlocking Your Potential: Embracing Risks to Create a Life You Love as a Neurodivergent LeaderTo transform your life, embracing risks becomes imperative. Join us in this episode as we delve into the essence of risks, their significance, and effective strategies to navigate them. Discover how building your risk tolerance can empower you as a neurodivergent leader, propelling you towards extraordinary success.Be sure to come be friends with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theneurodivergentceo/Want to work with me? Â Book a Strategy Session to find out more: https://amandahesscoaching.as.me/strategy
Interested in working with Amanda? Â Sign up for a discovery call: https://am...2023-06-0831 min
A Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS2, E14: NeuroDivergent NonBinary NeuroQueering NeuroAdventuresLearning Iâm Autistic, and making the choice to learn who the most authentic version of myself could be is the reason I discovered Iâm nonbinary.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2023/03/27/neurodivergent-nonbinary-neuroqueering-neuroadventures/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2023-04-1303 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS2, E12: The Missing Generations of Autistic PeopleThe missing generation is Autistic/NeuroDivergent adults, typically growing up in the 1990âs (or earlier) who were missed, not discovered to be NeuroDivergent as children.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2023/03/22/the-missing-generations-of-autistic-people/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2023-04-0702 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS2, E10: Who IS Lyric Rivera â the NeuroDivergent Rebel?Iâm Autistic, but I didnât know this fact about myself for the first 29 years of my life. This not knowing had a huge, mostly negative, impact on my life. Finding out the truth about myself, a few months shy of my 30th birthday, was life changing to say the least.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2023/03/20/who-is-lyric-rivera-the-neurodivergent-rebel/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2023-04-0503 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS2, E4: AskingAutistics Interview â David Rivera â What do you do about clashing NeuroDivergent traits?Lyric and David answer: How do you work through clashing NeuroDivergent traits?
This podcast is also available in blog format (with transcription) on my website:
https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2023/01/18/askingautistics-interview-david-rivera-what-do-you-do-about-clashing-neurodivergent-traits/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2023-04-0407 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS2, E2: AskingAutistics â David Rivera pt 1 â Autism, Echolalia, and MimicryIâve been thinking about the direction. I want NeuroDivergent Rebel to go in the new year, and Iâve built up with the help of all of you, this platform that I think is really awesome, but I think it has the potential to be even more awesome. And as many of you know, the reason I started asking autistic is because I never want my voice to be the only voice thatâs heard on this platform.
So I ask a lot of questions, hoping that many of you will share your experiences as well. And in the...2023-03-1610 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E110: Societyâs Attitudes Towards Autistic and Other NeuroDivergent People Can Be DeadlyThere are a lot of obstacles that Autistic and NeuroDivergent People face, from sensory challenges, communication challenges, and misunderstandings with NeuroTypical people, and sometimes even other Autistic and NeuroDivergent People. Thereâs also the challenge of not having people respect and understand the way you process information.
With all of these obstacles that NeuroDivergent People face in the world, for many of us, one of the biggest obstacles that we can face, unfortunately, is often going to be the attitudes that other people have about NeuroDivergent People and NeuroDivergent traits.
This episode is also av...2022-12-2814 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E109: Executive Functioning Differences and NeuroDivergent People â My Autistic ADHD ExperienceAccording to understood dot com: executive functioning is a set of mental skills that includes working memory, flexible thinking, and self-control. We use these skills every day to learn work and manage daily life. Trouble with executive functioning can make it hard to focus, follow directions, and handle emotions among other things.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/12/21/executive-functioning-differences-and-neurodivergent-people-my-autistic-adhd-experience/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2022-12-2810 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E106: NeuroDivergent Emotional Differences â My AutDHD (Autistic ADHD) PerspectiveI feel my emotions very intensely, and because of that intense internal emotional experience, sometimes that results in me having a very intense outward emotional expression, that can be seen by other people around me.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/11/30/neurodivergent-emotional-differences-my-autdhd-autistic-adhd-perspective/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2022-12-2007 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1: E105: We NEED to Talk About NeuroDivergent Energy Regulation â My Autistic ADHD PerspectiveFirst off, there are various types of energy a person can feel, or experience, in oneâs body.
There is emotional energy, when you get really excited, happy, angry, or scared, energy rises in your body⌠or if you are feeling down and depressed, you may have energy drained out of your body. Those are emotional energy fields.
There is also sensory energy. For example, when I feel sensory overload, my brain feels like electric static is erupting out of it, and I have way too much electric current flowing through my body, and...2022-12-2010 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E104: Rhythmic Stimming â Stimming with Music â My Autistic NeuroDivergent ExperienceOne of my main stims, since Iâve been a very, very, young Autistic Person, has been revolving around music: singing, humming, dancing, rhythmically making up lyrics to things- rhythmic stimming.
A lot, throughout my entire life, has been stimming with music, which is literally one of the main reasons I picked the name Lyric, because music is such an integral, and important, piece of my life.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/11/16/rhythmic-stimming-stimming-with-music-my-autistic-neurodivergent-experience/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2022-12-2009 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E103: Autism and ADHD are NOT Bad Behavior â Ways I Was Punished for Being NeuroDivergentHi, my name is Lyric, and I am a late discovered, NeuroDivergent adult, meaning Iâm Autistic, but I didnât find out I was Autistic until I was 29, and the ADHD wasnât diagnosed until I was in my mid-thirties.
I went a large portion of my life, falsely, believing I was a NeuroTypical. Because I did not have the autism or ADHD labels for myself growing up, other labels were put on me as a young person: âstubborn rebellious, difficult hyperactive, poor self-control, someone who doesnât apply themselvesâ.
All of these were put on me be...2022-12-2011 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E99: Autism, ADHD, and Bullying â My NeuroDivergent Autistic/ADHD (AutDHD) ExperienceSome of the meanest, and cruelest, things that were done to me, as a young person, by other young people, were people tricking me into doing things, because I thought they were my friends, but really they were trying to trick me into doing things that would get me in trouble, or that would amuse them. When I was very young, I didnât understand, yet, that people would sometimes act like youâre friends, to get you into trouble.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/10/19/autism-adhd-and-bullying-my-neurodivergent-autistic-adhd-autdhd-experience/
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I was not labeled Autistic or ADHD, however, I was labeled stubborn, difficult, sensitive, rebellious, fussy. The list really goes on and on. I could do an entire video, just listing off horrible things I was called, because I didnât know I was NeuroDivergent growing up
This episode is also available as a blog post: ht...2022-10-0510 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E97: Autism & NeuroDivergent Sensory Euphoria â My Autistic PerspectiveA lot of time, we spend talking about sensory distress, sensory overload, and sensory troubles, because these things often are more obvious to people on the outside, or can be more of an inconvenience on our day to day lives⌠but thereâs also a good side to these sensory differences, called sensory euphoria, and I wanna talk more about that with you today.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/09/28/autism-neurodivergent-sensory-euphoria-my-autistic-perspective/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2022-09-2909 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E95: Autistic and NeuroDivergent Masking, Unmasking, and BurnoutNeuroDivergent masking is when a NeuroDivergent Person, either consciously or subconsciously, camouflages, or masks, their divergent traits in order to blend in or to appear NeuroTypical.
Now, when we talk about masking for NeuroDivergent People, whether thatâs Autistic People, ADHD, Dyslexia, any other neurodevelopmental difference, itâs important to understand that this camouflaging, this blending in, this masking, is something that many of us do in self-defense. It can be a subconscious thing. Some of us are not even aware we are doing it.
Itâs something we do for safety and self-preservation. Itâs a surv...2022-09-1913 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E91: Autistic and NeuroDivergent Stimming, Fidgeting, and Sensory SeekingSomething else thatâs really important, that I want everyone to understand about stimming, that I think is confusing to some people, who donât have stimmy brains, is: how important stimming is, and how there are different types of stimming. NeuroTypicals all lump it in under one thing, in one definition.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/08/17/autistic-and-neurodivergent-stimming-fidgeting-and-sensory-seeking/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2022-08-1913 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E87: Late NeuroDivergent Diagnosis â Diagnosed Autistic at 29 â Reading my Autism Diagnostic ReportIt was August 23rd, 2016, when I went in for the first part of my autism assessment, an in-person interview with myself and the person who would be reviewing my childhood history and medical records.
By the end of August, all of the interviews would be concluded, and by early September 2016, at the age of 29, I would be diagnosed Autistic.
At that point in my life, being almost 30 and having such a bombshell of a piece of information dropped upon me, I skimmed a 13 page (actually 14 page) diagnostic report, but was very overwhelmed, and couldnât pr...2022-07-2022 min
A Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E78: I See Autistic & NeuroDivergent People Who Donât KNOW their Minds Work DifferentlyThere are people out there in the world today who do not know that they are NeuroDivergent, and may never know in their lifetimes. Not knowing that our brains work differently from that of a lot of other people on this planet, can have impacts on us, on our mental health, and our sense of self-worth; when we constantly compare ourselves to others around us, whose brains do not work as ours do.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/05/18/i-see-autistic-neurodivergent-people-who-dont-know-their-minds-work-differently/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify...2022-05-1811 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E76: Autistic & NeuroDivergent Academic Exclusion & OppressionFor Autistic People, many of us are excluded from the right to having a proper education, whether that is because we are put into these âspecial autism schoolsâ that keep us out of general education, or we are excluded from education in other ways.
I spent time in general education, special education, and even gifted and talented educator. None of my needs were accommodated in these classes, they were not tailored to my individual learning needs, and the school system was very traumatizing for me. I feel lucky I survived it.
This epis...2022-05-1109 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E75: The Exclusion & Dehumanization of Autistic & NeuroDivergent PeopleThe problem with autism is that people, in society, donât really see Autistic People as, fully human, complete beings. We are seen as a lesser ,second-class tier, of human. We are seen as broken, defective, NeuroTypicals, that need to try harder to fit ourselves into the NeuroTypical mold, or that we have somehow failed, because we do not fit into the NeuroTypical mold.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/04/27/the-exclusion-dehumanization-of-autistic-neurodivergent-people%ef%bf%bc/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2022-04-2808 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E71: Autistic Pride Is NOT Just about the Good Parts of Being NeuroDivergentI wanted to talk about Autistic Pride, as I talk about each and every year. I talk about it every year, because it is so important for Autistic People to be able to feel pride in ourselves, especially when society, often, tells us that we are defective, broken, and that our ways of doing things: interacting with, engaging with, and experiencing the world, are wrong; and that we should strive to cover up the NeuroDivergent parts of ourselves.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/03/30/autistic-pride-is-not-just-about-the-good-parts-of-being-neurodivergent/
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Support...2022-03-3010 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E:70: Treating Autistic & NeuroDivergent People Equitably PT 2: Society Must ChangePart one of this series, was talking about the need for NeuroDivergent People to be able to live an authentic NeuroDivergent lifestyle.
This week it is part two talking about ethical treatment of Autistic and NeuroDivergent humans, not medical treatment. Weâre talking about the treatment we receive from society.
Part two, diving in deeper, I want to talk about the need from society to accept us, and allow us to be ourselves and live openly and authentically; because, the reality is, though we need what I talked about in part one of this series, it...2022-03-3013 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E69: Treating Autistic & NeuroDivergent People Equitably: PT 1 The Need for a NeuroDivergent LifestyleI want to talk to you a bit today about treatment for Autistic and NeuroDivergent people⌠and when I say âtreatmentâ, I want to be very clear, I am not talking about medical treatment. Iâm talking about kind, and fair, just treatment of NeuroDivergent People.
As I said, this is not medical treatment. This is how we need to be treated by society and those around us, and what we need in order to live successful, fulfilled, happy, and authentic NeuroDivergent lives.
This episode is also available as a blog p...2022-03-3012 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E68: Queer, Trans, NeuroDivergent, Autistic: The Human Need for AuthenticityI knew, at the age of four or five, that I wasnât a girl, but I couldnât articulate what I knew, and the world told me I was a girl, and I had to get used to that somehow.
I also knew, around the same time, that I was not like other kids, but not knowing I was NeuroDivergent, also meant not having the language to describe that experience either, and falsely believing that I was an inferior, lazy, NeuroTypical child, and then, eventually, a inferior lazy NeuroTypical adult. I held myself to those NeuroTypical stan...2022-03-3018 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E62: Where are the Missing Generation of Autistic & NeuroDivergent Adults?The missing generation is Autistic/NeuroDivergent adults, typically growing up in the 1980s or earlier, who were not discovered to be NeuroDivergent as children (because of diagnostic limitations of the time).
Autism was not even in the DSM until 1980. So prior to 1980, Autistic People werenât even listed in the diagnostic manual. That generation, and generations prior grew up when understanding was very limited, leaving generations of Autistic People undiscovered, or missed.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2022/02/02/where-are-the-missing-generation-of-autistic-neurodivergent-adults/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.sp...2022-02-2508 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E56: Choosing & Changing Careers when You are NeuroDivergent â an Autistic PerspectiveâIâm experiencing severe burnout, trying to find a way to change out of a career that doesnât make me happy in the least. Working has become almost impossible. Iâm in technology and feel the pressure to stay because it pays well, and the skills I have honed for many years are focused in this field. I love the idea of working for myself, but I donât even know how to transition into that, when Iâm so tired at the end of my workday. I also canât just quit and move back to my parents. I don...2022-01-2017 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1: E53, NeuroDiversity in the Workplace â Asking Autistic & NeuroDivergent People to Keep a NeuroTypical PaceOne of the things that I share with organizational leaders, and members of different companies I work with, is the fact that NeuroDivergent pace, often can look different than NeuroTypical pace, and NeuroDivergent workers can have, what I like to call âvariable energy reservesâ and may need to adjust our schedules accordingly.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/12/08/neurodiversity-in-the-workplace-asking-autistic-neurodivergent-people-to-keep-a-neurotypical-pace/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2022-01-2010 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E50: Autistic and NeuroDivergent Masking â Help! I Donât Know How to UnmaskďżźNeuroDivergent masking is when a NeuroDivergent Person, a person who is brain may be Autistic, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, OCD, et cetera. Is masking or hiding that NeuroDivergence, in order to blend in and appear more NeuroTypical.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/11/17/autistic-and-neurodivergent-masking-help-i-dont-know-how-to-unmask%ef%bf%bc/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2022-01-2008 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsS1, E49: - Autism & NeuroDivergent Trauma in Public Education â My Autistic ExperienceIf you would like to know a little bit more about my personal experience with school, and why education, the way it was for me, was a very traumatic experience â please do stay tuned.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/11/24/autism-neurodivergent-trauma-in-public-education-my-autistic-experience/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2022-01-2008 min
The Neurodivergent Leader PodcastIntro to Pillar TalkâI feel really strongly that we need to provide a safe space for people to be able to come and investigate who they are and feel comfortable,â emphasizes Donna McLaughlin. In todayâs inaugural edition of Pillar Talk, co-hosts Heather Wagner and Donna McLaughlin discuss the five competencies that their curriculum encompasses. They dive deep into how they developed the framework for their leadership program and the personal experiences that led them down this path.Â
Heather and Donna discuss how their personal relationships with neurodivergence paired with their individual backgrounds in leadership development and trauma-informed teaching has provide...2022-01-0547 minThe Neurodivergent Leader PodcastRadical Acceptance as ParentsâYou have more power than you think,â says Lisa Candera. Up until two years ago, Lisa lived in a constant state of stress over her sonâs struggles, her responsibilities at work, and how to manage it all. She is a single mom of a teen with Autism, OCD, Anxiety and DMDD, life coach and lawyer. Lisa coaches moms raising kids with autism about how to manage their minds and regulate their emotions while their child is dysregulated.
On todayâs episode, Donna and Lisa both share their experiences with learning how to trust their own instincts as a par...2021-12-2939 minThe Neurodivergent Leader PodcastEmbrace Your WeirdâEmbrace your weird,â encourages Christina Stathopoulos, founder and head coach of Hear Her Roar, a leadership coaching company that focuses on empowering millennial women. In this episode, co-hosts Heather Wagner and Donna McLaughlin talk with special guest Christina about the importance of being openly yourself and leaning into your unique life experiences to empower both yourself and others.Â
Christina discusses each of her identities, including her relationship with being neurodivergent as an autistic woman and as a person with obsessive compulsive disorder. She shares with listeners how she has learned to embrace these identities rather than hiding them...2021-12-2236 minThe Neurodivergent Leader PodcastBehavior is BiologyâI ask my child, âWhat do you need right now?ââ explains Heather on how she responds to her child when she sees them struggling, or using what is perceived as negative behaviors. In this episode, co-hosts Heather Wagner and Donna McLaughlin discuss the way our society pathologizes behavior and how this can be harmful to both adults, and for a neurodivergent childâs development. They talk about alternative ways to think about behavior and how to respond productively in situations where a dysregulated child is demonstrating maladaptive behaviors.Â
Heather dives deep into a question she recently received from a pare...2021-12-1539 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsWhy Autistic and NeuroDivergent People May Not See Themselves in the Autism Diagnostic CriteriaThis day, to day. This week, I am going to be talking about why some people do not see themselves in the diagnostic criteria for autism and other different forms of NeuroDiversity and things that are in that diagnostic manual.
NeuroDivergent People arenât in control of our own narrative & the diagnostic manuals are one way the NeuroTypicals control the narratives around NeuroDivergent People.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/10/27/why-autistic-and-neurodivergent-people-may-not-see-themselves-in-the-autism-diagnostic-criteria/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2021-10-2909 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsHow NeuroDivergent Masking and Burnout Can Become a Perpetual CycleSome NeuroDivergent people learn to hide those struggles and those differences, in order to appear more NeuroTypical...
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/10/20/how-neurodivergent-masking-and-burnout-can-become-a-perpetual-cycle/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2021-10-2911 minThe Neurodivergent Leader PodcastJoanna Grace (Part 2): My Mummy is AutisticâI didn't used to say that I was autistic. Not because I'm ashamed of being autistic, but just for very practical reasons that I'm aware of the prejudice,â explains Joanna Grace, Founder of The Sensory Projects, Author and TEDx speaker. On this second installment of two-part conversation with Joanna Grace, co-hosts Heather and Donna ask Joanna about her experience with being an autistic mother, and how that led her son to become the youngest published author in the UK.Â
Joanna dives into the story of how her four-year-old son became a published author. Because Joanna is a prima...2021-10-1518 minThe Neurodivergent Leader PodcastJoanna Grace (Part 1): Finding the Place You BelongâSensory stimulation isn't just a nice supporting actor in cognition. It's how the brain is wired in early development. So, it's the foundation stones of your cognitive abilities,â explains Joanna Grace, author, TEDx speaker, and founder of The Sensory Projects. On this special, two-part episode, co-hosts Heather and Donna engage in a discussion with Joanna about sensory stimulation, inclusion practices and how everyday life affects neurodivergent minds.Â
Joanna uses her personal experiences being Autistic to inform her work as an educator, teacher and leader. Joanna began working with children and building her resume to become an educator at th...2021-10-1538 minThe Neurodivergent Leader PodcastThe Key to Unlocking Potential: Learning to LearnDo you or your child struggle with planning, organization, focus or emotional regulation? If so, you are not alone. On todayâs episode of The Neurodivergent Leader, co-hosts Heather and Donna interview the Head of Educational Services at Learnfully, Jess Corinne. Heather, Donna and Jess engage in a topical discussion about recognizing neurodivergent behaviors early on in a childâs life and how to properly teach neurodivergent children. Todayâs episode is a must-listen for teachers, students, parents and leaders who are interested in learning about and recognizing executive function challenges in children and in themselves.Â
Jess Corinne...2021-10-1541 minThe Neurodivergent Leader PodcastUsing Values to Transform Your Space, Schedule + SpiritâSo many people see organization as very rigid and it has to be a specific way. Itâs how you want to design it for your life. It's very personal,â says Jennifer Major, Holistic Organizer and Productivity Specialist. Jennifer started her career as an HR rep and soon learned that this wasn't her niche. Along the way, though, she discovered her passion for giving close friends organizational advice and decided to pursue this as a full-time career instead.
On todayâs episode, Jennifer dives deep into the ins and outs of organization, specifically for the neurodivergent mind. She expl...2021-10-0147 minThe Neurodivergent Leader PodcastWho We Are and Why We CareâWhat is the most important thing you have learned in your life thus far?â asks Kacey Cardin, Executive Leadership coach and TedX speaker. On this kickoff episode of The Neurodivergent Leader Podcast, special guest Kacey Cardin flips the script and interviews co-hosts Heather and Donna about their experiences with neurodiversity.
Donna opens up about her social anxiety and how peers often perceived her as judgmental, when in reality this stemmed from shyness and insecurity. Donna shares her experience as an educator for over twenty years and why she is now actively trying to repair a broken system that...2021-10-0137 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsAutistic & NeuroDivergent Peopleâs Invisible Struggles Pt 2: Communication & Emotional DifferencesIn part one of this video we talked, talked about is my feather here, Autistic sensory issues, masking, and even chronic pain, and how these,, invisible differences can impact Autistic People, and you may not even know that Autistic People are struggling with these things.
Today weâre going to talk more about cognitive processing differences, learning style differences, some of the emotional differences, and how, we process social situations, how some of those differences can impact Autistic People, and how we engage with the world â invisible differences, and invisible things that can cause Autistic People to stru...2021-08-1213 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsAutistic and NeuroDivergent Peopleâs Struggles Are Invisible Pt 1: Masking & Sensory IssuesHey Humans, Lyric here, and this week, Iâm going to talk about something that people often forget, online, when they see Autistic People sharing their experiencesâŚ
That many of the struggles Autistic People have are, in fact, invisible because they have to do with how we process information and interact with the world.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/08/04/autistic-and-neurodivergent-peoples-struggles-are-invisible-pt-1-masking-sensory-issues/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2021-08-1210 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsAcademic Privilege â Is the Public Education System Destroying NeuroDivergent People?Hey humans Lyric here, NeuroDivergent Rebel, and this week, weâre going to talk about why the education system isnât always ideal, and can even be traumatic, for many Autistic or NeuroDivergent People. If you would like to know more about my thoughts on this particular topic, please do stay tuned.
Whew. Education is a big one. Itâs a big topic. Itâs something that is painful for many NeuroDivergent People, Autistic People.
That is because the school systems are designed and tailored to teach one style of learner and one type of teaching...2021-07-2312 minThe Neurodivergent Leader PodcastWelcome to The Neurodivergent Leader Podcast!Welcome to The Neurodivergent Leader Podcast with hosts Heather Wagner and Donna McLaughlin!
Heather and Donna believe that everyone deserves access to opportunities for leadership development and personal growth. That is why they are on a mission to empower neurodivergent talent with the tools to become the authentic leaders they were meant to be.
This podcast will:
⢠Provide a safe space for the open-minded exploration and celebration of differences.
⢠Feature the narratives of neurodivergent leaders, advocates and experts, as well as Heather and Donnaâs own stories about living with and loving...2021-07-2102 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsNeuroDivergent Polyamory â Autistic NonConformity in My RelationshipsPolyamorous people are able to have multiple relationships with multiple people at once. This extends beyond casual one-night stands, swinging, or flings (though thereâs nothing wrong with that if thatâs what youâre into as long as you donât hurt people and have partners that are okay with that).
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/06/23/neurodivergent-polyamory-autistic-nonconformity-in-my-relationships/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2021-06-2310 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsPride Month â Iâm Pansexual! â My NeuroDivergent Journey with Sexual OrientationHuman sexual orientation is a spectrum, like Autism NeuroDiverseity, sexuality is a spectrum. Just like gender and many of the other things we will be discussing here this month. I remember the first thing I was ever attracted to and I say thing because it was not a person.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/06/09/pride-month-im-pansexual-my-neurodivergent-journey-with-sexual-orientation/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2021-06-1708 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsThe Need to Self Identify as NeuroDivergentWith the world constantly pressuring you to be someone else, it can be difficult to shine brightly and authentically, especially if we feel there will be consequences in doing so, or if passing for NeuroTypical has been frequently rewarded throughout your life.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/06/04/the-need-to-self-identify-as-neurodivergent/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2021-06-1701 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsNight Time LED Hoop Stim Dance FlowEngaging in oneâs passions can be a wonderful way for NeuroDivergent Humans to recharge their worn out batteries.
Iâve also found that engaging in regular movement and (stimmy) sensory flow activities (many of which were by hobbies for years long before ever learning that I was NeuroDivergent) have been amazing in helping me to regulate.
Iâm convinced that me stopping these activities when I entered corporate America, years ago (because I had no time or energy at the end of the day) had a negative impact on my mental and physical health.
...2021-06-0202 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsAutistic NeuroDivergent and LGBTQIA+ â Is there a Connection?Hey, humans, NeuroRebel here, and June is pride month, so this month the content is going to be a little bit different on my channel. Iâm going to be talking a little bit more about Queer LGBTQIA issues this month, instead of just Autism and NeuroDiversity issues this month.
I hope that weâll be okay with most of you viewers, considering that there is a very large overlap between being Autistic and LGBTQIA.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/06/02/autistic-neurodivergent-and-lgbtqia-is-there-a-connection/
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Support this podc...2021-06-0212 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsOur WildnFree NeuroDivergent Full Time RV Living AdventureWe didnât go out. We didnât travel. We were paying for our own prison⌠until one day we decided to make a jump and sell the house we could no longer afford (and most of our possessions) to buy this RV.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/06/01/our-wildnfree-neurodivergent-full-time-rv-living-adventure/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2021-06-0203 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsThe Need For Autistic and NeuroDivergent AuthenticityAuthenticity is defined by Dictionary . com as ânot false or copied, genuine, or real.â
As a Queer, multiply NeuroDivergent human, I have spent enough time living in closets and suppressing myself to know that the keys to my own personal happiness have been found in learning to live authentically and freely as an Autistic and NeuroDivergent and Queer adults.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/05/12/the-need-for-autistic-and-neurodivergent-authenticity/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2021-05-1210 minA Neurodivergent Rebel's RamblingsWho is the NeuroDivergent Rebel and WHY do they Write?The only way people outside of a minority group will learn about the issues a minority faces is to make them care about the members of the minority group - and see us as complete humans, not broken, deviant, or lesser humans.
This episode is also available as a blog post: https://neurodivergentrebel.com/2021/05/05/who-is-the-neurodivergent-rebel-and-why-do-they-write/
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neurodivergentrebel/support2021-05-0502 min