Jennifer Purcell

Living With an Invisible Learning Challenge

Education EN ↓ 254 episodes

Have you ever wondered what it is like to live with an invisible learning disability? Well then, step into my and others’ world of Living with Multi-Learning Differences (MLDs). I want to provide a podcast for nuerodivergents or someone who knows them and wants to help improve their life. Awareness about MLDs should be raised because the public needs to be more knowledgeable about them. This can be hard to do because many of the learning disabilities that someone can have aren't obvious.

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Jennifer Purcell

Episodes

Interview with Ryan and Me (part 2) 14.01.2022 32:34

Today's episode is about Ryan's life with NVLD, he is from Philadelphia but lives in Florida currently. This is the second and final part of the interview where he discusses his challenges regarding having NVLD. Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585#⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com...

NLD and Some Relief From My Chronic Pain 08.01.2022 21:50

Today’s topic is going about relief from chronic pain and how it relates to NLD. Have you ever felt a certain part of your body was hit by a seismic 2by4? Or felt unexplainable or indescribable pain in that part of your body? Or maybe a tingling sensation in your head? Well for me with the chronic migraines that I’ve had for the past 8 years it’s been yes all 3 of those questions. Links for the ar...

How to Separate NLD From Who You Truly Are 31.12.2021 12:23

Do you ever have challenges for separating yourself from the learning challenge that you have? Or from NLD? Or from the symptoms you have because of having it? I know I do. Links for articles: https://addvantageslearningcenter.com/meet-linda-karanzalis/ https://www.aane.org/trenches-life-nonverbal-learning-disorder/ https://themighty.com/2018/11/what-my-nonverbal-learning-disability-is-not/ We...

Interview With Ryan and Me 24.12.2021 33:34

Today's episode is about Ryan's life with NVLD, he is from Philadelphia but lives in Florida currently. This is the first part of the interview where he discusses his challenges regarding having NVLD. Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585#⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/livingwith...

NLD, Having Your Own Pace, and Feeling Your Body in Space 17.12.2021 11:52

Do you ever have challenges with visual-spatial and dropping things that you’re carrying? Or running into things while carrying something? Or going slowing because you have your pace and it’s not the same as everyone else’s? I know I have that and these issues sometimes. Links for articles: https://nvld.org/does-my-student-have-nvld/ https://www.smartkidswithld.org/getting-help/nld/help-school-hel...

NLD and Slower Processing Speed 10.12.2021 15:05

Today's topis is NLD and slower processing speed. Do you ever have challenges with your processing speed due to NLD? Or auditory speed? Or your comprehension level? I know I do in all these areas. Links to articles and The NVLD Project fundraiser: https://nvld.org/having-slow-processing-speed/ https://www.additudemag.com/slow-processing-speed-test-evaluation-diagnosis/ https://www.facebook.com...

Mat and Me Interview (Part 2) 03.12.2021 38:12

Today's episode is about Mat who has NLD and ADHD. He is from Japan. This is the second part of the interview. Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585#⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/livingwithmultilds/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr#⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/chan...

NLD and Memories 26.11.2021 16:31

Today’s topic will be NLD and Memories. Do you ever have challenges with your memories? Remember why went from one room to the next? How about remembering ones from long ago? Or what did you eat yesterday? I know I do sometimes. Link for the article: https://www.iamlearningdisabled.com/long-term-memory-episodic-semantic-and-implicit/ . Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Face...

NLD, Hand-Eye Coordination and Slower Reflexes 19.11.2021 20:36

Today’s topic will be about the challenges of hand-eye coordination/ slower reflexes that NLDers have. The NVLD Project's contact info is: (212) 257-4906 and the address is below: The NVLD Project 177 East 87th St. Suite 501 New York, NY 10128 Links for articles: https://nesca-newton.com/nonverbal-learning-disability/ https://nvld.org/nvld-and-lifelong-challenges-by-eileen/ https://nvld.org/d...

Mat and Me Interview (Part 1) 12.11.2021 40:13

Today's episode is about Mat who has NLD and ADHD. He is from Japan. This is the first part of the interview. Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585#⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/livingwithmultilds/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr#⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/chan...

NLD and Sensory Issues 05.11.2021 18:04

Today’s topic will be about the sensory issues of NLD: sites, sounds, touch, taste, smells, and feel. Links to articles: https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/nonverbal-learning-disabilities-and-sensory-processing-disorders https://nvld.org/healing-touch/ Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585#⁠ I...

How to Describe How You Feel and Emotions When you have NLD 29.10.2021 19:23

Today’s topic will be about how NLDers try to describe their emotions and when they sometimes fail at describing them. Links for articles: http://www.iag-online.org/resources/New-Items-2e/Misunderstood-Child--NLD.pdf https://nvld.org/expressing-needs-feelings/ https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/articles/teaching-content/invisible-disability/ Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.co...

Is, It, You, Me, or NVLD? 15.10.2021 49:22

Today's episode is a presentation from Linda Karanzalis where she talks about NVLD (non-verbal learning disorder) at her presentation for the National Learning Disabilities Association Of America. Here's a link to her website and podcast: https://www.nvldpioneers.com/ https://open.spotify.com/show/0zoYoZSr9X54TpV1n2j5pZ Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠...

NLD and Travel & Making Friends 08.10.2021 21:39

Today’s topic will be about traveling and making friends while having NLD. Have you ever had challenges with making friends? Had challenges in social situations? Or with trying to navigate in a different country? I know I have. We'll be discussing those main topics today. Link for article from The NVLD Project: https://nvld.org/how-i-enjoy-traveling-with-nvld-by-anna/ . Website: ⁠http://living...

NLD and Trying New Things 01.10.2021 22:35

Today’s episode is about trying new things with NLD. Link for the episode from The NVLD Project: https://nvld.org/not-limited-by-nvld-by-sam/ The 11th Facebook chat for NVLDers and people with other learning challenges is on October 16th, Saturday from 10 am -11:30 am (PT). If you plan on attending please email me livingwithnld@gmail.com and I'll give you invite you to it, thank you. Website:...

Interview with Christina and Me part 3 24.09.2021 21:17

Today's episode is the final part of the interview with Christina and me about DBT and CBT therapy. Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585#⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/livingwithmultilds/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr#⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOqAA...

NLD and Responsibility 17.09.2021 20:59

Today's episode is about NLD and Responsibility. I talked with my voice and Truffles' voice my dog. Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585#⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/livingwithmultilds/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr#⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...

Ghosting for NLDers and Neurotypicals 10.09.2021 1:28:24

This episode is about ghosting experiences for NLDers and Neurotypicals. Links for articles: https://www.medicinenet.com/what_does_it_mean_to_be_ghosted/article.htm https://www.glamour.com/story/youre-going-to-get-ghosted-this-summer-may-i-propose-a-solution Names of songs: Songs “Never Alone” by Jesse Bonnano, “Now” Mallory Hope, “Beloved,” Jordan Feliz, “Haterz” Todrick Hall, “Flashlight,” Hun...

Interview With Christina C. and Me about DBT, CBT, and NLD Part 2 03.09.2021 38:45

Today's episode is part two of an interview with Christina Cummins who is a DBT therapist from New Jersey. We will be talking about DBT, comparing it to CBT, and how it helps people with NLD through the interview. Hope you find it helpful and informative. Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585...

NLD, Context of Conversations and Big Picture Perspective 27.08.2021 22:12

Today’s episode is about NLD and forgetting to provide context for a story or point they’re bringing up and talking on topic or off-topic in conversations. Do you ever have challenges with thinking in big picture terms? Or have difficulty with noticing when someone is not tuned into the conversation you’re having with them? Do you also have some issues with staying on topic with the conversations...

NLD, Being Tidy, and Cleaning 20.08.2021 22:44

Today’s episode is about NLD and cleaning/being tidy. Have you ever had challenges with vacuuming, keeping an area clean, or organized? I know I have and still do! Links for articles: https://www.understood.org/articles/en/6-surprising-ways-nonverbal-learning-disability-affects-me-as-a-young-adult https://nvld.org/house-cleaning-and-reminiscing-part-1-by-anna/ Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearn...

Interview with Christina and Me about DBT, CBT and NLD Part 1 13.08.2021 35:16

Today's episode is part one of an interview with Christina Cummins who is a DBT therapist from New Jersey. We will be talking about DBT, comparing it to CBT, and how it helps people with NLD through the interview. Hope you find it helpful and informative. Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585...

NLD and Organizing Your Academic, Work, and Virtual Lives 06.08.2021 19:49

Today's episode is about NLD and organizing your academic, work, and virtual lives. Links for articles: https://www.additudemag.com/nonverbal-learning-disorder-symptoms-in-adults-breakdown/ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/organizing/a43342/living-with-nonverbal-learning-disability/ https://www.understood.org/articles/en/the-difference-between-dysgraphia-and-expressive-language-issues ....

Cooking with NLD 30.07.2021 28:08

Today's episode is on cooking with NLD. Here's the link for the article: https://nvld.org/25-things-i-learned-with-nvld/ . Website: ⁠http://livingwithmultilearningdifferences.com/⁠ Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/livingwithnld?view_public_for=107332511122585#⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/livingwithmultilds/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr#⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www...

Brian's Life with NLD and ADHD (Part 3) 23.07.2021 22:11

Today is the final part of Brian's life with NLD. Tomorrow from 10 am-11:30 am (PT) I'll have a small Facebook meeting for people with NLD in my podcast audience. If you plan on attending please email me livingwithnld@gmail.com and I'll give you invite you to it, thank you. Here's an organization here in California to help with ADHD: https://chadd.org/ . Website: ⁠http://livingwi...