All About Stimming

 Cliff and Eva talk about the topic of stimming, including what it is, how it feels and why understanding it is so important. They share their own experiences of stimming and discuss how stimming helps individuals self-regulate, communicate and thrive! Episode Reveals • Common forms of stimming • Why stimming is so regulating for neurodiverse individuals • How stimming can aid learning for many pupils • How others can respond to stimming and how to manage it • The important distinctions between fidgets, sensory aids and ‘toys’ • How parents and teachers can help support stimming behaviours BEST MOMENTS “ Is it possible that the parents just haven't recognised it before?” “ If your child is flapping their hands around, there's a good chance that they're stimming.” “Auditory stimming, where we repeat sounds and noises such as humming or tapping, repeating words or phrases.” “ I've just gotten used to it. It feels normal for me.” “ Sometimes it helps you to focus on your learning.” “ They used the word toy instead of fidget, which annoys me a little bit because they're not toys, they're fidgets.” “Certain people, I can be myself, like with like with my best friend, I can be myself around him.” RESOURCES ⁠Link to my book “What To Do When Your Child Shuts Down” ⁠https://amzn.eu/d/hIXiGIA HOST BIO Cliff Kilmister is a dedicated parent, advocate, and cat whisperer with firsthand experience raising a child with autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). Having navigated the challenges of school refusal, meltdowns, and sensory sensitivities, Cliff brings an empathetic, real-world perspective to the podcast. When he's not helping his child thrive, he’s dodging the evil stares of his three cats, who are plotting to take over the world (fortunately, they still haven’t figured out how to use the tin opener). Cliff offers practical advice, expert insights, and personal stories to help families facing similar struggles. Cliff’s daughter will be a regular guest, sharing her experiences and strategies that work for her. And joining him in this journey is his wife, Annie, who will also contribute to the podcast with her unique perspective and support. Cliff is focused on connecting with professionals and networks to raise awareness about the growing need for the education system to adapt to the increasing neurodiverse population. Join the community on Patreon to share experiences, access exclusive content, and work together for change! CONTACT ME  Facebook: facebook.com/cliff.kilmister Instagram: @cliff_kilmister08 LinkedIn: Cliff Kilmister X (Twitter): @KilmisterCliff This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/