Best Mind Your Autistic Brain Podcasts (2025)

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221 - Creating Space to Hear Your Inner Voice with Sheetal Story (Stillness, Intuition, and Burnout Recovery) 50:48

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In the final episode of our Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness series, host Carole Jean Whittington is joined by Sheetal Story, Spiritual Grief Support Counsellor and Cosmic Alignment Strategist, for a deeply insightful conversation on the connection between stillness, intuition, and burnout recovery. Together, they explore: ✨ How overco…

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220 - When Fitness Fuels Burnout: Redefining Movement with Lee-Anne Reuber 35:54

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In Episode 220 of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington sits down with Lee-Anne Reuber, founder of Sekond Skin Society, to uncover how traditional fitness culture often intensifies burnout rather than preventing it—especially for autistic, ADHD, and otherwise neurodivergent women. Together, Carole Jean and Lee-Anne explore: 💪 How exe…

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219 - Predictability, Balance & Joy: Dr. Adam Hazlett on Burnout Recovery and Neuroinclusive Living 1:02:54

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In this episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington sits down with Dr. Adam “Dutch” Hazlett, professor, disability inclusion expert, and Fulbright Specialist in Education, to explore his PB&J framework—Predictability, Balance, and Joy—a practical guide to supporting neurodivergent individuals in moving beyond survival into true …

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218 - Mindfulness Done Differently: Tanya Roberts on Sensory-Friendly Stillness for Autistic & ADHD Women 47:53

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In this Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington welcomes Tanya Roberts, AuDHD artist, meditation teacher, and founder of Mindfulness Done Differently. Tanya’s journey through panic disorder, undiagnosed ADHD and autism, and years of feeling like a “meditation failure” led her to …

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217 - Meditation Beyond Burnout: Kevin Ellerton on Stillness, Presence, and Reclaiming Well-Being 51:20

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In this Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington is joined by meditation teacher, author, and global wellness leader Kevin Ellerton. Kevin shares his personal story of building a multi-million-dollar company on Wall Street by age 24—only to walk away from it all in search of somet…

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The Art of Being Kind to Yourself w/ Diana Stelin 47:28

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Diana Stelin, an award-winning artist, educator, TEDx speaker, and founder of The Plein-Air Art Academy. Diana shares her journey and expertise on the connection between art and emotional healing, explaining how anyone can use creativity to manage burnout, connect with their intuition, and foster better confidence. We A…

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216 - Rooted in Stillness: How Pelvic Wisdom, Breath, and Body Literacy Heal Burnout with Amalia M. Lee 56:34

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In this second episode of our Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness series, I’m joined by Amalia Maria Lee, founder of The Root Method, movement and breath therapist, and holistic healthcare practitioner. With over two decades of experience in yoga, Pilates, nervous system regulation, and pelvic healing modalities, Amalia helps women reconn…

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215 - The Power of Pausing: How Stillness Heals Burnout, Trauma, and the Nervous System 1:05:21

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We’re kicking off our Self Care September: Exploration of Stillness series with a powerful conversation you don’t want to miss. I’m joined by Emma Treharne, Founder of Nuveya Life, who brings over 30 years of experience in the wellness field. Emma blends ancient wisdom with modern-day science (and a sprinkle of humor!) to guide individuals and team…

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Acetaminophen: What Some Say Causes Autism 19:04

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Questionable studies suggest that acetaminophen causes autism which simply isn’t so. This is an update to the 2022 episode “What Some Say Causes Autism” which, even then, discredited the acetaminophen-autism link and exposed lawsuits alleging damages that have now been dismissed. This issue and episode are too important to miss. Judge Denise Cote’s…

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Listener Favorites: Autistic Fatigue 9:21

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Do you recognize that underlying feeling as if you’re always tired? Being autistic can be difficult. Masking, socializing and trying to fit in—all drain our energy and lead to autistic fatigue. Here are some ideas for how to get some relief. Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY wit…

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Stop Screwing Up Your Brain: Real Strategies with Dr. Ryan Williamson – Trailer 5:33

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Your brain isn’t broken…yet. On this trailer of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, I sit down with Dr. Ryan Williamson, neurologist and author of The Incredible Brain, to cut through the medical BS and give you real strategies to fuel, train, and protect your most important organ. We talk brain nutrition, lifestyle hacks, and why our “sick care” system is …

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Accommodation vs. Integration: Why Your Neuro-inclusive Program Isn't Working w/ Gabriela Tardea 1:03:23

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Mike and Chaya sit down with neuro-inclusion consultant Gabriela Tardea to get practical about building workplaces where neurodivergent talent can thrive. From auditing culture and rewriting job descriptions to unlearning bias on teams, Gabriela breaks down how to bridge the gap between good intentions and real, embedded change. We Also Cover: Brid…

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What is psychosis? Navigating an altered reality | Jacob Ballon & Shannon Pagdon 46:07

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Imagine if you couldn't distinguish between dreams and reality. If you couldn't tell whether what you were seeing or hearing was really there in front of you. What if you discovered you couldn't trust your own perceptions? Psychosis is something three out of every a hundred people will experience at some point in their lifetimes. But what exactly i…

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Someone Like Me 44:49

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This episode features my chat with Dr. Clem Bastow, the brilliant writer and one of the editors behind the anthology, Someone Like Me. Dr. Bastow is also the author of the critically acclaimed 2021 best-seller, Late Bloomer: How An Autism Diagnosis Changed My Life. They share the fascinating process of how the diverse voices for Someone Like Me wer…

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Self-Preservation Isn’t Selfish: ADHD and SUD w/ Lisa Modur 46:06

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Austin psychotherapist Lisa Modur to talk about misunderstood childhood ADHD, self‑stigma, perfectionism, and how “mom‑wine culture” became a coping tool before treatment and long‑term recovery reshaped her life, relationships, and parenting. We Also Cover: ADHD and specialized schooling Feeling “less than,” comparison,…

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214 - The 2-Week Experiment That Changed Everything: How Alice Broke Free From Burnout By Stopping the ‘Shoulds' 34:25

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What would happen if you pressed pause on every “should” in your life? In this episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, Alice—one of our Accelerate members and a founding participant in The UnVeiling Method—shares the radical two-week experiment that completely shifted her relationship with burnout. With guidance from Carole Jean, Alice stopped all non-e…

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213 - Why Every Autistic Woman Needs to Hear Michelle’s Story Before Trying Another Program 1:34:28

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So many autistic and ADHD women find themselves stuck in the same cycle: trying program after program, searching for the one that will finally “fix” the burnout, overwhelm, and constant self-doubt. But what if the problem isn’t you—it’s that most programs are too surface-level, never addressing your unique needs, identity, and lived experience? In …

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You might also like... The Human Internet Theory 1:37

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The week I recorded this trailer and my first episodes - the second week of September 2025 - Sam Altman had just tweeted “I never took the dead internet theory that seriously but it seems like there are really a lot of LLM-run twitter accounts now.” And then a couple days later Inception Point AI announced they were going to generate 3000 new podca…

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How to Be Autistic: What's Next After Diagnosis? 36:22

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After diagnosis the question is often “What do I do now?” Our guest, Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, has written a book with the answers. She takes us on a journey to find comfort in our own skin, realize our inherent value, and truly understand who we are. This is one you don’t want to miss. How To Be Autistic website and book FireBird (Rachel’s Consulting…

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Beyond Borders: A Cross-Cultural Look at Neurodiversity w/ Dr. Pritika Bernice Gonsalves 37:49

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Dr. Pritika Bernice Gonsalves, a child psychologist and EAP specialist, to discuss the nuances of neurodiversity and mental health from a cross-cultural perspective between India and the United States. Dr. Gonsalves shares her experiences with the state of ADHD awareness in India, how patriarchal norms affect diagnosis …

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"I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine" | Daniel Levitin 45:59

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Most of us can agree: music is awesome. Regardless of which songs speak to you, music probably plays an important role in your life. The question is, what makes music so powerful? Why does a particular combination of sounds and rhythms grab us and affect us in the way that it does? And is it true that music can help heal patients with Alzheimer's, …

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212 - The Self Care of Stillness: Gentle Practices to Restore Your Body, Mind & Nervous System 24:08

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Stillness doesn’t have to mean sitting perfectly still—or emptying your mind completely. In this episode, Carole Jean Whittington explores what stillness really is, why it matters for your nervous system and sensory system, and how to practice it in ways that feel safe, trauma-sensitive, and accessible for neurodivergent brains. You’ll learn: Commo…

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The Autism Tax 9:03

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You may have heard the term “autism tax” but what is it? Why do autistic people pay more merely for existing? This episode answers those questions and more. You may be surprised at what you learn. Listen to this episode next: Autism, ADHD or Both? Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBAL…

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Four Ways to Give your Characters a Clear Point of View 19:27

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In this episode, I'm really getting into what I believe is the most important element for creating a compelling character: their point of view. I’ve found that the most interesting thing about a character isn't what they do, but why they do it. A strong, consistent POV is the lens through which your character sees the world, and it’s what separates…

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Unlocking Podcast Potential: Building Relationships for Business Success with Cheryl Plof 40:02

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Let’s be real—most podcasts flop because they sound like a boring sales pitch wrapped in a snooze-fest. Said no one ever: “Wow, I loved that generic podcast with zero connection.” In this episode, I sit down with Cheryl Plof—media strategist, brand visibility expert, and someone who actually gets it. We break down what it really takes to grow your …

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Every Brain Belongs: Teaching The Twice-Exceptional w/ Mandi Davis Skerbetz 53:20

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Dr. Mandi Davis Skerbetz, co-founder of Sage School of Dallas, who has dedicated her career to reshaping how we support neurodivergent and twice-exceptional students. Dr. Skerbetz shares how she identified gaps in public, private, and charter institutions, the hard reality for parents forced to pick between academic or …

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The Power of Silence: 3 Exercises to Improve Your Acting 20:12

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Alt title: Get to Skin Suit Town: 3 Exercises to Improve Your Acting In this episode, I'm diving into one of the best acting exercises you can give yourself: practicing scene work with little dialogue, or even none at all. I’ve found that learning to use physicality, emotional reactions, and environment is what changes a performance from "just sayi…

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Connecting Through Play 32:32

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Daria Brown, author of We Chose Play, talks with me about an approach that emphasizes connecting through play called Floortime which promotes communication by focusing on strengths and growth. She also candidly shares her thoughts about life as a relatively newly diagnosed autistic woman. Listen now to the engaging frankness of Daria Brown. Daria B…

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211 - When POTS Flares Up + Perimenopause (Things That REALLY Matter) 48:17

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Summer heat, humidity, and hormone shifts can turn POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) into a perfect storm—especially for autistic women navigating perimenopause. In this episode of our Things That REALLY Matter series, Carole Jean Whittington and co-host Becca Lory Hector get real about living through POTS flare-ups and how they coll…

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Parenting Through the Courts: Special Needs, Divorce, and Justice w/ Dr. Margaret 'Pegi' Price 56:05

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Chaya and Mike speak with Dr. Margaret “Pegi” Price, a distinguished professor, legal expert, and program director at National University, about her journey blending personal experience as a parent with her career in family law. Dr. Price shares some eye-opening insights from her book, The Special Needs Child and Divorce, and explains how small cha…

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How we learn to read (and why some struggle): what neuroscience teaches us about a transformative human technology | Bruce McCandliss 39:18

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In this episode, we explore the fascinating neuroscience behind how children learn to read with Bruce McCandliss, director of the Stanford Educational Neuroscience Initiative. Key topics include: • How our brains "recycle" visual and language circuits to create reading expertise • The crucial threshold when reading shifts from effortful to automati…

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3-Step System & Exercise to Manage Self-Criticism in Improv 18:11

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Your inner critic might be a key reason you feel stuck, anxious, or in your head during an improv scene. But trying to fight it or ignore it doesn't work. This episode reveals a completely different approach: give that critical energy to your character. I break down the science of why your brain creates that critical voice and how it’s connected to…

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Mindfulness That Actually Works for Autistics 25:15

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In this episode you’ll hear from Tanya Roberts about Mindfulness Done Differently. For those of us who find meditation and mindfulness difficult Tanya has a solution. She teaches a method that works for autistic people by taking sensory needs into account. She also created a supportive community of other autistics who are learning and practicing th…

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Sneak Peek: Unlocking Podcast Potential with Cheryl Plof (Trailer) 5:00

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Let’s cut the crap—most podcasts suck because they’re just boring sales pitches pretending to be shows. Cheryl Plof knows it too, and we’re breaking down how to stop chasing useless numbers and start building real, kickass connections that actually grow your business. If you’re done spinning your wheels and want your podcast to actually move the ne…

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Restless Minds, Clear Patterns w/ Priya Chanduraj 54:27

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Priya Chanduraj, the founder and CEO of FinTeam One, who discusses how her ADHD became an asset in the world of finance. Priya shares her experience of being a "challenged child" in India and how discovering her passion for economics allowed her to excel, and the freedom that comes from finding what you're good at. We A…

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Listener Favorites: 11 Reasons It's Good to Know You're Autistic 3:58

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Autism can come as a surprise for many people. There are positive things that happen after someone learns they’re autistic. Here are some of the reasons I like knowing I’m autistic. Like food, expectations, special interests and learning.…What are yours? (Remastered) Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN…

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210- Burnout, Masking & Emotional Suppression: The Hidden Load Autistic & AuDHD Women Carry 34:26

2M ago34:26

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Are you constantly showing up for others, but no one sees what it’s costing you? This episode is a powerful acknowledgment of the invisible exhaustion that autistic and AuDHD women often carry—emotionally, mentally, and physically. You’ll explore: 12 core truths about what’s really draining your energy How emotional suppression leads to burnout and…

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An Improv Workout: 6 Exercises to Build Your "Failure Muscle" 21:48

2M ago21:48

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We know that failure is the engine of learning, but how do you actually practice it in a safe and productive way? In this episode, I provide a full workout plan with SIX specific exercises designed to put you in challenging situations. Learn practical drills for your practice groups or classes that train you to handle wild scenes, distracting envir…

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Knowing Your Why: Capacity is Key w/ Jane Singleton 54:50

2M ago54:50

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Jane Singleton, a learning specialist, executive coach, and founder of Launchpad for Life. With over a decade of experience in education, Jane shares how her early experiences advocating for people with disabilities ignited her passion for helping neurodivergent individuals thrive. She discusses the gaps in traditional …

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Why voices light us up—but leave the autistic brain in the dark | Dan Abrams 31:51

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Recognizing a familiar voice is one of the brain’s earliest social feats. But what are the brain circuits that let a newborn pick out mom in a crowded nursery? How do they change as kids turn toward friends and the wider world? And what are we learning about why this instinct fails to develop in the autistic brain? This week, host Nicholas Weiler j…

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1,000,000 Downloads and an Epic Thank You! 1:09

2M ago1:09

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The podcast has now officially reached 1,000,000 downloads! When I started Meet My Autistic Brain, I never could have imagined it would reach so many of you. To think that a million times, someone has hit play on an episode is just… mind-blowing. I love that you have supported the podcast, shared it and helped build our community. From my heart, th…

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How Forgetting Can Help to Get Out of Your Head in Improv 19:51

2M ago19:51

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We are often taught that forgetting is a weakness, especially in improv where details seem really important. It's what we practice all the time! However, forgetting can be a skill to practice. In this episode, I explore the science behind why our brains are designed to forget, and how we can use this adaptive process to our advantage in our scenes …

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Listener Favorites: Common Autistic Experiences 9:56

2M ago9:56

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Do autistics share experiences and behaviors? Here are some things we have in common. What fits for you? This episode has been remastered. Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or i…

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Late-Realized, Loud and Leading w/ LaToya Hinton, PhD. 50:32

2M ago50:32

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Dr. LaToya Hinton, an autistic, ADHDer, and passionate advocate for neurodivergent women in leadership. With her experiences as a late-diagnosed adult, LaToya dives into the mental toll of masking, perfectionism, and how accessible environments can unlock untapped potential. She shares strategies for fostering authentic…

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Fail More to Learn More (Plus Seven Hacks to Help!) 18:48

2M ago18:48

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What if the key to becoming a great improviser is the number of failures you accumulate? That moment when you feel like you have failed in a scene, or a scene is falling flat, can feel awful. But it is also one of the most valuable data points for your growth. In this episode, I help you reframe failure as a solvable technical problem. You will lea…

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A Volcanic Reaction to a Special Interest 10:06

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Special interests are one of the diagnostic criteria for autism. They bring us happiness! Many autistics become near-experts at their area of interest. Can something about our neurology affect how we experience special interests? You might be surprised. Iceland Volcano Reykjanes Peninsula Live Camera Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try…

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Protective Paralysis: A Kinder Look at Procrastination 22:38

2M ago22:38

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Do you ever find yourself frozen, unable to start a task you know you need to do? That feeling of being stuck, often labeled procrastination, can carry so much shame. Tonight, we gently reframe this experience, especially for the ADHD and AuDHD mind, not as a flaw, but as a form of "protective paralysis"—a nervous system's attempt to keep you safe …

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Understanding AuDHD 5:34

2M ago5:34

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Drift into a night of peaceful understanding with "Sleepy Neurodivergent." In this calming episode, we gently explore the intricate world of AuDHD, the unique blend of ADHD's vibrant energy and autism's thoughtful depth. Discover how this fascinating neurotype shapes perceptions, experiences, and interactions. We'll delve into sensory nuances, soci…

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209 - Subtle Trauma, People-Pleasing & Reclaiming Calm for Autistic Women 45:46

2M ago45:46

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In Episode 209 of our “Things That REALLY Matter” series on Beyond Chronic Burnout, Carole Jean Whittington and Becca Lory Hector dive deep into the often-overlooked world of subtle trauma—especially how it uniquely impacts autistic women. Together, they explore how lifelong patterns like people-pleasing, hyper-vigilance, emotional suppression, and…

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Your Child Isn’t Giving You a Hard Time, They’re Having a Hard Time w/ Christian Vinceneux 51:57

2M ago51:57

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Mike and Chaya sit down with Christian Vinceneux, ADHD advocate, coach (Life Guide Coaching), and former occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience working with neurodivergent families. Diagnosed with ADHD later in life, Christian reflects on growing up as a neurodivergent child in France, navigating challenges without the tools or wor…