Self-Regulation: A Journey Towards Autism Acceptance
Six years ago, my life took a turn I never anticipated. My son was diagnosed with autism, and like any parent, I plunged into a world of research, desperate to...
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Never Go to Bed Angry | Episode 76
|Brain Chemistry, Lifestyle & Personal Development, Neurodiversity, Podcast, Psychology, Stress Management Techniques
A recent webinar brought up some interesting questions about racing thoughts before bed. Racing thoughts are the minds way to strategize to avoid a threat also known as a sympathetic...
READ MOREThose Blue Halloween Candy Buckets | Episode 68
We don't need rules or labels for Trick or Treat we need inclusivity! Where the blue candy buckets have an understandable intent, it segregates those with developmental or neurological disabilities.
READ MOREBurn Out and How it Effects You | Episode 62
In this enlightening session, we delve deep into the phenomenon of burnout, a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. We explore how burnout...
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Understanding Burnout: Signs, Prevention, and Recovery
Understanding Burnout: Signs, Prevention, and Recovery Burnout is a state of chronic physical and emotional exhaustion. It's a complex issue that can affect anyone, regardless of their neurotype. In this...
READ MOREKeys To Success at the CrossFit Games | Episode 61
In the high-octane world of the 2023 CrossFit Games, a surprising trend emerged among the top athletes: their unparalleled focus on recovery. Dive deep with us as we unravel the...
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The Lovely TSA
I would say 90% of my negative human interactions come at the airport. Specifically with TSA agents. I mean, honestly it feels like they have it out for me. Now,...
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Conditioned Compliance or Meeting the Body’s Needs | Episode 49
ABA is forced conditioned behavior compliance that uses, what they call "play", to correct what they call, "inappropriate behaviors". I truly believe all this does is condition the child to...
READ MOREAnti-Depressants, My Personal Fight | Episode 43
It typically takes me to get burnt twice before I learn not to touch a hot stove. In this episode I run through my personal journey of coming off anti...
READ MOREObservational Problem Solving | Episode 32
I listened to a really cool podcast by Jim Kwik the brain coach and his guest Anat Baniel. She works with Autistic children and coaches their parents on how to...
READ MOREPolyvagal Theory | Episode 22
I started a new book because of my fascination with the Vagus Nerve. The Polyvagal Theory. I'm about 2 chapters in and there are things related to the Vagus Nerve...
READ MOREMake it Open Gym | Episode 21
I think there should be movement and sensory input provided prior to any melt downs or sensory overload experiences. Have a listen and let me know what you think!
READ MORECould there be more? ADHD and Autism | Episode 18
A significant percentage of the Autistic Community also have an ADHD diagnosis. If you have been diagnosed with stand alone ADHD, could it be possible you're also Autistic? Listen in...
READ MOREProper Breathing Changed Everything | Episode 17
As a person that battled anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue, chronic injury and even cancer, it took a while for me to reckon with my body to find solutions. Conditioning my...
READ MOREMake Eye Contact | Episode 13
Making eye contact seems to carry special importance to some people but what if I told you eye contact was directly related to your neurological capabilities? What if it was...
READ MOREBe, Do, Have | Episode 5
I was listening to this psychologists theory on the subconscious and it seemed to make a ton of sense. It had to do with an attitude that you carry with...
READ MOREDopamine Reward System | Episode 2
Dopamine is our master. Are you able to recognize how, when and where dopamine has full control over your actions? Take a quick trip with me as we explore the...
READ MOREInclusion | Episode 1
Champions of inclusion may have gotten this one wrong. In this episode we discuss the ways we can make inclusion work for all of us.
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Inclusion; All Or Nothing
I’m 100% on board for the inclusion movement. I’ve seen firsthand the benefits of inclusion on how it raises those that are struggling and builds the ability to empathize in...
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