The Neurodiverging Podcast
How do we create a neurodiversity-affirming society where people with all kinds of brains don't just live, but thrive? Neurodiverging serves practical strategies to improve our lives by amplifying the voices of neurodivergent leaders and thinkers, centering social justice. We're all in this together. Hosted by Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at http://neurodiverging.com or http://patreon.com/neurodiverging.
Episodes
Your meaty human brain is actively working against your ability to access self-compassion, and it is doing it on purpose. It's not because your brain is broken, but because it's doing its most important job.
I'm covering three things I think every neurodivergent person should know:
-what self-compassion actually is
-why cognitive distortions block it
-and how to start working with both today
Show notes, transcript and more: https://www....
Today I'm chatting with Amy Marie Ayres, an incredible indie author, writing coach, and solopreneur. We start with some chatter about what it takes to run a business as a solo neurodivergent person, and then delve into our creative processes, community building efforts, and stories about what we've learned.
Check out Danielle's book: https://www.neurodiverging.com/embracing/ Check out Neurodiverging's upcoming events: https://www.n...
I've spent 10 years working with neurodivergent adults (mostly), so I wrote a book for teens. Let me explain.
Transcript and shownotes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/its-not-a-pivot/ How do we create a neurodiversity-affirming society where people with all kinds of brains don't just live, but thrive? Neurodiverging serves practical strategies to improve our lives by amplifying the voices of neurodivergent leaders and thinkers...
What if "high-functioning" describes our support network more than our internal capacity? Let's talk about it. Transcript and more at https://www.neurodiverging.com/what-it-actually-means-to-be-high-functioning/ Learn more about Embracing Your ADHD Brain: An Actually Helpful Guide for Teens at https://www.neurodiverging.com/embracing/ *** We’d love to hear from you. Share a question, or situation you’d like support ...
I'm back! Watch to learn more about what's been going on with Neurodiverging lately and where the podcast is going from here. Join the free community: www.neurodiverging.com/community My first book is now available for pre-order! 'Embracing Your ADHD Brain' is a neurodiversity-affirming self-help guide for teens. Pre-order anywhere you buy your books, or ask your local bookstore! Learn more here: https://www.neurodiverging.com...
We're taking a break, but we'll be back soon! Until then, find us and everything we're up to at www.neurodiverging.com. __________________________________________________________________________ How do we create a neurodiversity-affirming society where people with all kinds of brains don't just live, but thrive? Neurodiverging serves practical strategies to improve our lives by amplifying the voices of neurodivergent leaders a...
Being an ADHDer or autistic can make building and maintaining friendships feel like navigating an invisible maze. Let's explore some common barriers and practical solutions for making friends as a neurodivergent adult. Download our free workbook, Managing Sensory Overwhelm for Neurodivergent Adults: https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/sensory-overwhelm-workbook/ Transcript, show notes, and more: https://www.neurodiverging...
Did you know that Neurodiverging is over 5 years old, and we have over a hundred episodes? To celebrate, we're bringing back some oldies but goodies and sprinkling them in with our newer content.
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Today we discuss strategies for neurodivergent individuals and their families to foster positive and productive relationships with educators. The episode covers practical tips on how to navigate school systems, communicate effectively via email, and advocate for necessary accommodations. Hosts Dr. Anne Elrod Whitney and Danielle Sullivan also highlight resources available through Neurodiverging and share personal experience...
In this episode of the Neurodiverging Podcast, host Danielle Sullivan chats with Jessica Graham, a writer, meditation teacher, actor, and trauma-informed guide.
Jessica discusses their new book, Being (Sick) Enough, which delves into living with chronic illness, neurodivergence, and childhood trauma. Topics include the healing power of meditation, the intersection of trauma and neurodivergence, and embracing pleasure.
This conversa...
In this continuation of our conversation on food and meal planning, Danielle Sullivan and Anne Elrod Whitney explore flexible approaches to feeding yourself and your family without falling into perfectionism.
From theme nights and ingredient-based planning to freezer meals, “forage” dinners, and safe food lists, they share practical strategies for reducing overwhelm. Along the way, they talk about sharing responsibili...
In this part 1 of 2, Danielle and Anne delve into the complexities of food and meal planning for neurodivergent individuals and their families. We discuss sensory issues, executive function challenges, and provide practical strategies for meal prep, planning, and dealing with picky eaters. We're here to offer a thoughtful discussion on how to make mealtime less stressful and more manageable for everyone involved.
How can parents talk openly and effectively about sexual and reproductive health with their neurodivergent children? In this episode, Danielle welcomes Amy Lang, a sex education expert who specializes in supporting neurodivergent families. Together, they explore how parents can approach conversations about consent, puberty, safety, and relationships in ways that are supportive, positive, and practical.
Show notes and transcript: ne...
Dive into the inaugural episode of the Neurodiverging Community Q & A on the Neurodivergent Podcast with Danielle Sullivan and Dr. Anne Elrod Whitney! In this one, we address the challenges of morning routines for neurodivergent families during the back-to-school season. Discover practical tips, the importance of schedules, and how to adapt tasks to suit your family's needs. Plus, learn about possible IEP accommodations to eas...
Finding the right career is a challenge for most neurodivergent people. Today, we're talking to Shell Mendelson, ADHD Career Coach, about how ADHDers can find the right career, when to take the big step to transition to something new, and how to avoid burnout.
Thank you to our Patrons for funding this podcast. Find out more and pledge today at patreon.com/neurodiverging.
Shownotes and transcript: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how...
In this episode, I reflect on the recent losses of a close friend, a beloved pet, and an estranged parent, and what each experience revealed about grief, boundaries, and belonging. Through these stories, we explore how values-aligned community offers support where traditional family sometimes cannot. This is a tender invitation to consider how we build connection, and why it’s worth it. Connect in Community is a 10-day ...
Let’s talk about how to heal from the trauma of childhood sexual abuse after a late diagnosis of autism with writing educator and advocate Dr. Anne Elrod Whitney.
Transcript: https://www.neurodiverging.com/anne-whitney-the-neurodiverging-podcast/
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Work with Anne: https://anneelrodwhitney.com/
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Difficulty making friends as an adult is not an experience unique to neurodivergent people. However, when you add our unique worldview and our diverse ways of processing, along with our recovery needs, it can feel (and sometimes even be) almost impossible. Let’s break down some of the challenges and the experiments we can try to find a practice that might be more supportive for us.
Show notes and transcript: https://www.neurod...
We are diving into a crucial, yet often misunderstood, topic: the difference between trauma response and autistic meltdown. Both can look intense from the outside, but they come from very different places. Understanding these differences is key to providing the right kind of support to your autistic loved ones. Today, we're going to break it all down in a way that's neurodivergent-affirming and backed by the neuroscience.
Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-to-open-your-house/
Learn about why you should open house and close house each day to get more done more easily. It's the first part of our executive function clinic!
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Neurodiverging Coaching is an online, sliding scale coaching practice owned by autistic neurodiversity coach Danielle Sullivan. Learn more at Neurodiverging.com, or join us on Patreon for even more g...
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