Vida Carey and Chris Foster
Don't Burn Down Your Classroom
Teaching, learning, and navigating life with a neurodivergent brain can be messy, exhausting, and hilarious—and that’s exactly what this podcast is about. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, student, or neurodivergent adult, we dive into real conversations about emotional safety, executive function, boundaries, relationships, and burnout . Each episode blends practical strategies, ND-affirming insights, and a little humor to help you survive and thrive in environments that weren’t built for your brain. From learning how to say no, set boundaries, and manage emotional labor, to building safe an...
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Ep 3: Why School Makes Failure Feel Dangerous for ND Students 12.05.2026 1:01:02
Failure can feel devastating for neurodivergent students — especially when perfectionism, rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD), and shame are involved. In this episode, Dr. Chris Foster and Vida Carey explore why traditional education systems often make mistakes feel unsafe and how that impacts learning, confidence, and emotional regulation. Together, they unpack how fear of failure affects neurod...
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