Summary
In this conversation, Tahlee Rouillon shares her journey of self-discovery as a neurodivergent composer, discussing her recent ADHD diagnosis and the impact it had on her and her work in the world. She reflects on her lifelong passion for music, her creative process, and how she developed the Restful app to support the neurodivergent community through music and binaural beats. Tahlee emphasizes the importance of understanding neurodiversity as a social and political identity, advocating for the acceptance of different ways of processing information. The discussion also explores the fascinating relationship between sound and the brain, highlighting the profound effects music can have on emotions and well-being. This conversation also touches on the Restful app and its future projects aimed at making mental wellness resources more accessible.
Guest
Tahlee Rouillon (she/her) Neurodivergent Music Composer and the Co-Founder of the Restful app. You can connect with Michelle's work here:
https://www.restfulapp.co/
Insta & Threads: @restful.music
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Neurodivergence: A Personal Journey
06:19 The Power of Music: A Lifelong Passion
13:43 Creating Restful: Music for Neurodivergent Minds
24:22 Neurodiversity: A Social and Political Identity
30:19 The Fascinating Connection Between Sound and the Brain
33:07 The Emotional Power of Music
34:06 Embracing Neurodivergence in Entrepreneurship
37:13 Finding Flexibility and Permission in Daily Life
39:05 The Courage to Be Neuroaffirming
41:10 Creating Safety in Your Own Body
43:12 Navigating Community and Self-Care
46:53 Finding Your Unique Rhythm
55:52 The Restful App and Future Projects
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ABOUT NEURO REVOLUTION PODCAST
Learn more about the podcast and how to support this work at https://neurorevolution.co/
@neurorevolution.co on Threads, Instagram, & YouTube
MUSIC CREDIT:
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/all-the-things-you-love
License code: NY935A3V8UIFDF6J
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