Wonderland Unlocked

Series 10: Neurodivergent in Wonderland

Episode 168: Alice’s Adventures in Friendship — Navigating Relationships

Join us as we follow Alice down the rabbit hole of friendship, connection, and the complexities of human relationships.

This episode explores how to build meaningful bonds, navigate misunderstandings, and honor both your needs and the needs of others.

Through thoughtful discussion, personal stories, and practical tips,...

Series 10: Neurodivergent in Wonderland

Episode 167: The Queen of Hearts — Emotional Dysregulation and Boundaries

Step into the royal court of emotions as we explore the fiery world of emotional dysregulation and the art of setting healthy boundaries.

Inspired by the formidable Queen of Hearts, this episode dives into how intense feelings can take over, why boundaries are essential, and practical strategies for managing emotions ...

Series 10: Neurodivergent in Wonderland

Episode 166: The Caterpillar’s Question — Anxiety and Self-Doubt

Join us as we unravel the twists and turns of anxiety and self-doubt in this reflective episode. Inspired by the enigmatic Caterpillar, we explore the questions that challenge our confidence, the inner voices that hold us back, and the strategies that help us navigate uncertainty.

Through candid conversation, personal insights...

Series 10: Neurodivergent in Wonderland

Episode 165: Through the Looking Glass — Self-Reflection and Identity

Step through the looking glass with us in this introspective episode as we explore the journey of self-reflection and identity.

We dive into the ways our experiences, choices, and emotions shape who we are, and how moments of self-discovery can illuminate hidden strengths and vulnerabilities.

Through thoughtful discussion...

Series 10: Neurodivergent in Wonderland

Episode 164: Tea with the Dormouse — Sensory Overload and Sensory Processing

Our Wonderland journey in “Neurodivergent in Wonderland” brings us to the tea table once again, where the quiet Dormouse reminds us of the delicate balance between rest and overwhelm.

In this episode, we explore sensory overload and sensory processing—how everyday sounds, lights, textures, and environments can ...

Series 10: Neurodivergent in Wonderland

Episode 163: The White Rabbit’s Time — Time Blindness and Executive Function

In this chapter of “Neurodivergent in Wonderland,” we hurry after the ever-rushing White Rabbit to explore the experience of time blindness and challenges with executive function.

For many neurodivergent minds, time doesn’t tick in neat, predictable ways—it slips, stretches, or vanishes altogether. Like the Whi...

Series 10: Neurodivergent in Wonderland

Episode 162: The Cheshire Smile — Navigating Social Interactions and Masking

Our adventure through “Neurodivergent in Wonderland” leads us to the mysterious grin of the Cheshire Cat—a symbol of presence, disappearance, and the art of showing only what others are meant to see.

In this episode, we explore the complex world of social interactions and masking in neurodivergent lives. Just a...

Series 10: Neurodivergent in Wonderland

Episode 161: The Mad Hatter’s Mind — Understanding ADHD and Racing Thoughts

The Wonderland journey continues in our new series, “Neurodivergent in Wonderland.” This time, we sit down at the Mad Hatter’s tea table to explore the whirlwind of ADHD and the experience of racing thoughts.

In this episode, we dive into what it feels like when the mind never slows down—jumping from idea to ide...

Series 10: Neurodivergent in Wonderland

Episode 160: Down the Rabbit Hole — Discovering Neurodivergence

Welcome to the start of a brand-new series: “Neurodivergent in Wonderland.” In this whimsical yet deeply personal journey, we’ll be exploring life, identity, and self-discovery through the lens of neurodivergence—complete with a Wonderland twist.

In this opening episode, Down the Rabbit Hole, we step into the unknown and be...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 159: The Locked Garden: When You’re Not Allowed In Their Inner World

In Wonderland, some gardens sparkle with beauty—yet remain hidden behind locked gates. No matter how curious you are, no matter how much you knock, the door won’t open.

In relationships, it can feel the same when someone walls off their inner world, keeping their thoughts, feel...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 158: Hiding in the Hedge Maze: When They Use Confusion to Avoid Closeness

In Wonderland, hedge mazes are designed to mislead—walls shifting, paths twisting, exits never quite where they seem. In real life, some relationships feel just the same.

In this episode, we explore what happens when people use confusion as a shield—dodging clarity, hiding...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 157: Uninvited to Wonderland: When Your Identity Is the Problem

You didn’t break the rules—you just existed. But somehow, that was too much.

In this episode, we unlock the painful truth of being excluded, rejected, or sidelined not for something you did—but simply for who you are. Whether it's queerness, neurodivergence, disability, race,...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 156: The Court of Hearts: When One Person Poisons the Whole Garden

What happens when one person’s bitterness turns everything sour? In this episode, we step into the Court of Hearts—a place where blame blooms faster than healing and one voice dominate the entire garden. Whether it's a family member, coworker, or someone in your chosen circle...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 155: The Unopened Door: When Apologies Never Come

On this episode of Wonderland Unlocked, we’re standing in front of the door that never opens—the one where the apology should’ve been.

What happens when the people who hurt you never say sorry? When they rewrite history, brush it off, or act like nothing ever happened? Today, we explore the ache o...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 154: The Invisible Guest: When You're Left Out on Purpose

In this episode of Wonderland Unlocked, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the quietest betrayals: being intentionally left out.

It’s not always loud. Sometimes it’s the silence—the unspoken invitation that never comes, the event you find out about after the fact, the group photo where y...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 153: The Painted Smile: When They Only Show Up for Appearances

Welcome back to Wonderland Unlocked — today, we’re peeling back the gloss and glitter of the people who only show up when there’s a spotlight.

In this episode, we explore what it feels like when family, friends, or loved ones only step into your life for the photo ops, the holidays, o...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 152: The Red Queen’s Rewrite

When the story doesn’t serve her, the Red Queen simply rewrites it. Suddenly, your truth is twisted, your memories are questioned, and your role in the tale is recast.

In this episode, we explore the manipulation of narratives—when people distort the past to maintain control, dodge accountability, or paint themselves as ...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 150: The Caterpillar’s Smoke: When Their Words Confuse More Than Clarify

Every answer feels like a riddle. Every conversation leaves you more lost than before.

In this episode, we follow the trail of the Caterpillar’s smoke—the hazy, slippery language people use to avoid truth, responsibility, or connection.

Whether it’s vague answers, shifting ...

Series 9: The Wall and the Wonderland: When They Don’t Want to Meet You There

Episode 151: The Silent Banquet: When You’re Starving at a Table Full of Nothing

The table is set. The guests are smiling.

But when you reach for real connection, there’s nothing on your plate. In this episode, we explore the pain of being surrounded by people—family, friends, partners—yet still feeling emotionally starved.

You’re present, you’re giving...