Reframing Neurodiversity

Read and comment on this episode here. Hi guys. Today, we're going to be talking about some specific strategies that we can apply when we find ourselves in the state of fight in our nervous system. This is when we feel: * Annoyed * Irritated * Angry * Frustrated * And oftentimes when we're in this state, you’ll notice, you kind of feel this way about everything. A few weeks back, we started at the...

Read + comment on this episode here I have to tell you, I’ve been feeling really good lately, and to be honest it feels a little weird because I'm realizing feeling good is not a sensation I'm super familiar with. I started doing this work with Brit Piper , my mentor and friend. She has this wonderful program called Body First Healing and she is who introduced me to what it feels like to truly be...

Watch or read this episode here. Hey guys. Today I want to talk through something I've personally struggled with my whole life: people pleasing. As neurodivergent people, we so often talk about this idea of masking and how it's a coping mechanism so many of us unconsciously adopted in childhood * to feel safe * to feel loved * to feel accepted. And many times it's not till we're much older that we...

You can read this episode here. Hey guys. So I just had the best conversation with Dr. Emma Offord from Divergent Life and it's really got me thinking…. why do we need labels? We needed these labels as a result of a world that we created that privileges one right way to be and do. Which can be put into a label of neurotypical. But we know there's no such thing as a normal brain. * That all of our...

In this episode I speak with clinical psychologist and Divergent Life founder, Dr. Emma Offord. We both come from the medical “deficit” based model in the neurodivergent community but through our own lived experiences have focused on a strengths and somatic based approach to this work. You can watch or read this episode here. Craving a safe space to reparent yourself with other ADHD moms who get i...

Read this article here I've spoken to quite a bit lately about intellectualizing my feelings as opposed to actually feeling them. Even though I consider myself pretty in touch with my emotions. I'm sensitive and I feel deeply, there's still this disconnect between my mind and body. And the more I've been leaning into this nervous system healing work, the more I'm becoming aware of the different st...

Read or watch this episode here Abbey Rae Wilson is not only a good friend but an incredible Human Design Guide. We met at Danny Morel’s event, Awaken , a few weeks ago and we immediately connected over our mutual love of Human Design (in addition to her being a Manifesting Generator- the people I gravitate towards most. More on that in this episode.) I’ve found when you're aware of your Human Des...

It all started with this conversation I was having with a friend the other day. She’s really been struggling with the emotions that come up in her parenting, the way that she responds in those moments and the shame she'll then feel about her response. Really wanting to do it perfectly. I just found what she was sharing so relatable to my own path as a mom. Which means it's likely relatable to a lo...

I've been really drawn to ADHD as a trauma response lately. That’s why I’m excited I got to pick Britt Piper’s brain about this idea of complex trauma as something that often coincides with neurodivergence. So, how do we meet the needs of these wounded parts of ourselves, when as a culture, we've been taught: talk therapy is the answer? As someone who's been in talk therapy for most of my life, I'...

I just got back from a three-day retreat in Palm Springs, with Danny Morel . He does these events called Awaken . And I will tell you, it opened up my heart and my capacity to be with a lot of things in a new way. That amongst a lot of work I've been doing internally to:  * befriend  * heal  * and better understand my nervous system.  Now I'm finally at this place of: * Let me...

In this episode, I chat with Amanda Diekman, the author of Low Demand Parenting. If you've ever felt exhausted by the daily demands of parenting—especially if you're raising a neurodivergent child—this episode is for you! What you'll learn in this episode: What Low Demand Parenting is and why it’s a game-changer for neurodivergent kids The connection between Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), AD...

In this episode, I share a big shift in my work—focusing on supporting moms of neurodivergent kids. While I started out wanting to help educators, I’ve realized that the biggest impact comes from empowering moms first. When we have the tools, support, and space to care for ourselves, it changes everything for our kids. I’m also introducing my ADHD Mom Support Group on Substack, a space for moms to...

In this episode, I explore the connection between trauma, self-sabotage, and the limiting beliefs we carry from childhood. Drawing from the work of Dr. Gabor Maté and Susan Bohm, I discuss how trauma isn’t just about what happened to us, but what we made it mean about ourselves. I reflect on how these unhealed wounds shape our decisions and keep us stuck in patterns of self-doubt and people-pleasi...

In this episode, I break down the connection between our nervous system, emotions, and daily actions as ADHDers. Understanding how to create safety in our bodies when we feel triggered or disregulated is essential for emotional regulation and overall well-being. Since no two nervous systems are the same, I share practical ways to identify high-payoff tools that work for you and how to build a pers...

If you've been following me for a bit, you may have noticed a transition in the work that I'm doing and how I’m supporting our neurodivergent community. Through my work, masters education and personal experiences, my perspective has really been shifting from focusing on supporting the kids to supporting the mothers- because they are truly the root. As mothers, when we can embody: * Our higher selv...

In today’s episode, Kelsea Newman, a sensory trauma occupational therapist and fellow ADHDer, shares her expertise on sensory-friendly lifestyles for neurodivergents and highly sensitive individuals. As someone who is both an ADHDer and highly sensitive, the intersection of neurodivergence, trauma, and sensory processing is a topic of deep curiosity. These concepts can often feel overwhelming or u...

In today’s episode, Dr. Emily King joins the conversation to explore anxiety in the classroom and how it follows many of us into adulthood. While Emily identifies as neurotypical and I identify as neurodivergent, we’ve both experienced the challenges of anxiety in learning environments. This discussion takes a comprehensive look at the topic from multiple perspectives—educational, parental, and pe...

In today’s episode, Brooke Schnittman, founder of Coaching with Brooke, joins the conversation to share her expertise in executive function coaching for students and adults with ADHD. With years of experience helping people shift from chaos and frustration to confidence and focus, Brooke offers valuable insight into navigating ADHD in both personal and professional life. As a mom with ADHD raising...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Julie Skolnick, author of Gifted and Distractible and a passionate advocate for twice-exceptional (2e) children. As a mother of 2e kids herself, Julie brings deep insight into the unique challenges and strengths of gifted children who also have learning differences. We explore how reframing giftedness can help parents and educators provide the support these childr...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Lisa Baskin-Wright, a former educator and IEP coach who specializes in a neurodiversity-affirming approach to the IEP process. We explore how shifting from a compliance-based mindset to a strengths-based framework can empower both children and parents navigating the complexities of IEPs. Lisa shares how parents can advocate more effectively, collaborate with edu...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Megan Barnett, an ADHD and Executive Function coach with The Learning Collective, to explore why kids with ADHD struggle with task initiation, procrastination, and perfectionism. We discuss how executive function challenges impact motivation and self-esteem, and how parents and educators can better support neurodivergent learners. Megan and I share practical str...

In today’s episode, I sit down with clinical pediatric psychologist Dr. Alex Reed to explore why neurodiversity isn’t just an accident—it’s an essential part of human evolution. We discuss how neurodivergent minds have played a critical role in human survival, adaptation, and innovation, and how we can harness these strengths today. Dr. Reed shares insights on how to embrace and support neurodiver...

In today’s episode, we explore the complexities of Twice Exceptional (2e) students—those who are gifted in certain areas while facing learning differences in others. It can be baffling for parents and educators to see a child excel in math while struggling with reading, leading to misdiagnosis or a lack of support. This conversation sheds light on why 2e students often go unnoticed and how we can...

In today’s episode, I’m opening up about my experience as a highly sensitive and neurodivergent person—how masking my true self began at a young age and how I’ve learned to unmask, set boundaries, and prioritize what truly fills me up. I share my journey of recognizing the emotional toll of people-pleasing, understanding why I felt safe and valued when I met others’ expectations, and the moment I...

In today’s episode, Ana Lorena Fábrega joins me to explore how we can make learning more engaging and help kids express their creative energy. We dive into rethinking traditional schooling methods, the power of letting kids share their own ideas, and what video games can teach us about motivation and fulfillment. Ana, a former teacher turned author and edupreneur at Synthesis, shares insights from...