Embracing Uniqueness with Greteljane

In this episode of the Embracing Uniqueness podcast, I interviewed Eva Rado, who specializes in supporting families in creating a collaborative and harmonious household. We discuss the importance of communication and curiosity in building strong relationships within the family.  Eva introduces her framework called collaborative communication, which involves open and honest conversations about...

This conversation is about creating a simple structure for neurodivergent solo moms who are focused on running their own business. I emphasise the importance of keeping the structure simple and acknowledges the challenges of balancing neurodivergence and parenting. I share my own experience and offers tips for setting up a daily structure, including pulling oracle cards, connecting with the body,...

In this episode, I had a fantastic conversation with artist Helena Perry about her journey as an artist and teacher, and how she has embraced uniqueness and wellbeing through art. Helena discusses the importance of slowing down, connecting with nature, and noticing the beauty in everyday life. She shares how her art practice, particularly observational drawing, has become a form of meditation and...

Episode 19 - What it takes to get out of survival mode In this episode, I talk about ‘survival mode’ and how to get out of it. I share my personal experience as a solo mom and the constant responsibility and pressure she faced. Survival mode is characterized by constant activation and the inability to relax or feel safe. I emphasise the importance of noticing, acknowledging, and allowing the feeli...

In this conversation, Kath Mcintyre and I discuss parenting and running a business while also navigating the challenges of having a unique child. Kath shares her experience of raising a son with autism and the strategies she used to support him. They emphasize the importance of understanding and adapting to the child's needs, building a strong parent-child relationship, and finding a supportive co...

A NEW EPISODE is up on the Embracing Uniqueness with Greteljane Podcast In this episode, I discuss my take on the parent-child relationship and the importance of allowing children to be themselves without needing to be any different. So often we have expectations of our children that may be unconscious about how they should be in the world and what they need to do to be successful. We want the bes...

In this episode of the Embracing Uniqueness podcast, I chat with Andrea Horvath, an incredible woman who helps ambitious women find their true calling and make a career transition. Andrea shares her own journey of leaving the corporate world and discovering her passion for coaching.  We discuss the importance of embracing your uniqueness and finding what lights you up. And also touch on the c...

In this short but sweet episode, I share some thoughts on self-trust, which is something that comes up in a lot of my client sessions and in my own work. I discuss the importance of self-trust and its connection to self-love, self-belief, and self-acceptance and emphasize the need to explore and understand our inner world, including the parts of ourselves that don't feel okay or don't trust. I als...

In this conversation, Melissa Gijsbers shares her experience of receiving messages growing up and how they impacted her sense of self. She discusses the influence of societal expectations and the pressure to fit into predefined roles. Melissa also talks about her journey of being diagnosed with autism and ADHD and the challenges of finding her true identity. She highlights the importance of repres...

Summary In this conversation, Nova Rose Coaching and Gretel discuss the importance of embracing uniqueness in a neurotypical world. They explore the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals and their families and the need for acceptance and understanding. Nova Rose Coaching shares her approach to working with neurodivergent children and parents, emphasizing the power of tapping and emotional...

Summary In this conversation, Gretel interviews her daughter Sohana about her experiences as a teenager and her struggles with school. Sohana discusses her anxiety, burnout, and difficulty fitting in at school. She shares how homeschooling provided some relief but also presented its own challenges. Sohana talks about her decision to pursue the Higher School Certificate (HSC) and her feelings of ne...

With this episode, I kick off a series of solo episode that will be published fortnightly from here on Authentic Parenting, covering my take on the essence of parenting in a way that building relationships and connection, feels good for parents and also provides kids what they really need to become happy, confident adults: to be in touch with their own uniqueness and their own humanness. In this e...

In this conversation, Katie and I discuss the role of creativity in personal growth and self-expression. Katie shares her journey of discovering her passion for photography and how it led her to explore the power of creativity in her own life and in her coaching work. We also touch on the concept of human design and how understanding one's unique design can impact personal growth along with embrac...

Summary This conversation explores the topic of labels in relation to neurodiversity, discussing their usefulness and impact on individuals. The conversation delves into the positive and negative aspects of labels, including their role in identifying and supporting individuals, the negative impact on self-perception, the potential for discrimination and judgment, and the sense of defectiveness tha...

Summary This conversation explores the journey of discovering neurodivergence in adulthood and the challenges and importance of diagnosis. It highlights the personal experiences of the speaker and the impact on their lives and relationships. The conversation also emphasizes the need for self-acceptance, embracing uniqueness, and finding coping strategies that work for each individual. It concludes...

EPISODE 5 - authenticity Summary In this episode, Gretel explores the concept of authenticity and living a real life in a world that often values sameness. She discusses the importance of curiosity and compassion in understanding and accepting each other's authentic selves. Gretel focuses on neurodiversity and the unique experiences of neurodivergent individuals. She also delves into survival phys...

Summary In this conversation, Gretel Khan, a home energy alchemist, discusses the importance of the physical environment and the practice of Feng Shui. She explains how the energy of objects can impact our well-being and how Feng Shui can create harmony in our homes. Gretel also emphasizes the connection between our physical environment and our inner world, highlighting the importance of creating...

Summary In this episode, Gretel clarifies the terms and concepts related to neurodiversity. She explains that neurodiversity refers to the diversity of brains and ways of thinking and responding to the world. She distinguishes between neurotypical individuals, who think, feel, and behave similarly to most people, and neurodivergent individuals, who think, feel, and respond to the world in a differ...

Summary Belinda shares her journey from a childhood passion for dancing to becoming a Flamenco coach. She discusses the challenges of balancing her love for dance with societal expectations and the corporate world. Belinda explains how she rediscovered her passion for Flamenco and the impact it had on her life. She also opens up about the limiting beliefs she had to overcome to pursue Flamenco as...

Summary In this episode, Gretel introduces the podcast and discusses her passion for embracing uniqueness. She highlights the lack of support for uniqueness in society and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. Gretel explores the concept of normal and questions its criteria. She emphasizes the importance of changing perspectives and embracing difference. The episode concludes with an i...