Summary
This conversation explores the personal experiences of Sarah Hens (social worker, awesome instagramer, and mother) navigating her Autism & ADHD late-diagnosis. Host and Psychologist Johanna and Sarah discuss the importance of unconditional love, understanding neurodiversity affirming and trauma informed care, and the importance of community support. The speakers share their insights on identity, emotional challenges, and the significance of self-expression in their journeys.
You can find Sarah Hens and her amazing content via instagram at @neurodialectical.
If you're interested in joining Johanna's brand new community and support group for ADHD Women go here!
Follow @adhderway and contact us via hello@johannabadenhorst.com. We love to hear from you!
Takeaways
- Personal stories provide insight into the complexities of autism.
- Unconditional love plays a crucial role in emotional well-being.
- Navigating labels can be challenging but necessary for understanding.
- Community support is vital for those facing emotional challenges.
- Self-expression is essential for healing and personal growth.
- Understanding autism requires patience and empathy.
- Trauma affects everyone differently, and coping mechanisms vary.
- The importance of sharing experiences to foster connection.
- Creating safe spaces for individuals to express themselves is crucial.
- Emotional challenges are a part of life that can be managed with support.
Chapters
00:00n Introduction and Setting
03:25 Sarah's Journey of Self-Discovery and Diagnosis
05:47 The Power of Social Media in Supporting Neurodivergent Individuals
06:46
The Importance of Self-Disclosure in Fostering Acceptance
07:46 Creating Inclusive Communities for Neurodivergent Individuals
22:32 Navigating Relationships After Diagnosis
27:38 Advocating for Accommodations in the Workplace
36:15 Resources for Neurodivergent Individuals
42:15 Challenges of Self-Disclosure
45:29 Outro ADHD Her Way podcast .mp3
Keywords
autism, unconditional love, trauma, community support, identity, personal stories, emotional challenges, self-expression
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