The power of speaking kindly to ourselves - the magic of self-respect and self love!
Release Date: 12/23/2022
Episode 3 - Beyond Labels: Navigating the Emotional and Financial Journey of Raising a Neurodiverse Child
Enter the Green Zone Podcast
Ever feel like you’re carrying the weight of your child’s diagnosis alone? In this powerful first episode, Vicky and Pier pull back the curtain on their earliest days as parents of a neurodivergent child—days filled with fear, stigma, and a sense of isolation (which they refer to as the "Red Zone") that few truly understand. But what if there’s a way to move beyond the red zone of overwhelm? What if the very challenges that threaten to break you could actually become the catalyst for hope, connection, and transformation? Join Vicky and Pier as they reveal the surprising mindset shift...
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Episode 4 - Refill Your Cup: Overcoming Caregiver Burnout and Challenging Behaviors
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Think you’ve heard it all about the challenges of raising a neurodiverse child? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, Vicky and Pier go beyond the familiar hurdles—stigma, isolation, misunderstanding, and financial strain—to reveal four more obstacles that don’t get nearly enough attention. Tune in as they share the hard truths about the ongoing scramble for specialized services, and why even the most determined parents can feel lost in a maze of red tape and waiting lists. Ever wondered how other families cope with relentless caregiver burnout? Vicky and Pier open up about the...
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How our Mindset as Parents Shapes our Neurodiverse Children's Futures
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In this inspiring episode, Vicky and Pier open up about the powerful role that parental perception plays in shaping the future of neurodiverse children. They discuss how a parent’s beliefs and expectations about what is possible for their child can significantly influence the opportunities and outcomes that unfold. Drawing from their own journey with their daughter Gabbi, Vicky and Pier share candid stories about the challenges and triumphs they have experienced as a neurodiverse family. They reflect on how maintaining a hopeful and open mindset has helped them support Gabbi’s growth and...
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A Journey from an Autism Diagnosis to Acceptance
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Finding Our Way: A Journey from Diagnosis to Acceptance In this heartfelt episode, Vicky and Pier share their emotional journey upon receiving an autism diagnosis for their daughter, Gabbi. Through their story, we explore the diverse and deeply personal reactions parents experience when faced with such news. This episode highlights how each family's unique path toward acceptance opens the door to supporting their child and moving beyond the confines of denial. Join us as we navigate the highs and lows of embracing a new reality, discovering that acceptance is not just the destination but the...
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Haley Moss- An Inspirational Story of Success!
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Haley Moss is a lawyer, neurodiversity expert, and the author of four books that guide neurodivergent individuals through professional and personal challenges. She is a consultant to top corporations and nonprofits that seek her guidance in creating a diverse workplace and a sought-after commentator on disability rights issues. The first openly autistic lawyer in Florida, Haley’s books include “Great Minds Think Differently: Neurodiversity for Lawyers and Other Professionals'' (ABA Book Publishing; June 2021) and “The Young Autistic Adult’s Independence Handbook” (Jessica...
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Alicia Trautwein- Insider Secrets to Creating a Self-Care Routine that actually works!
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Alicia Trautwein is a St. Louis-based motivational speaker, founder of The Mom Kind, autism advocate, and autistic mother of three autistic children. Trautwein speaks on topics close to her heart like LGBTQIA+ rights, antibullying, autism acceptance, and mental health advocacy. Here at Neuroshifts we are huge advocates of self-care. We love to bring on special guests who have first hand experiences in the journey through Neurodiversity and who love to promote the importance of self-care. Join this special episode of GZT where Alicia will be giving you all the insider secrets to creating...
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Gopika Kapoor- The importance of a mother's self-care.
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Gopika is the Author of Beyond the Blue: Love, Life, and Autism. In this special session, we will be discussing her book and the importance of a mother's self-care. Beyond the Blue is a book that will inspire you to be a better person. Within its pages, Gopika Kapoor describes her unique, yet universally shared experiences as the parent of a child with autism. Through the intimate stories of life with her son Vir, she immerses readers in shining moments and dark episodes, brimming with refreshing honesty, sparkling humor, and undaunted courage. Beyond the Blue is an...
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Sam Farmer- Setting out for a better quality of life in the face of challenge and adversity.
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Sam Farmer is a neurodiversity community self-advocate, writer/author, public speaker and consultant for Floreo, a company that leverages virtual reality technology in teaching social, communication and other life skills for neurodiverse individuals. Diagnosed later in life as autistic, he writes blogs and articles, records coaching videos and podcasts, and presents at conferences and support groups, sharing stories and thoughts as to how one can achieve greater happiness and success in the face of challenge and adversity. A Long Walk Down a Winding Road - Small Steps, Challenges, & Triumphs...
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The power of speaking kindly to ourselves - the magic of self-respect and self love!
Enter the Green Zone Podcast
Maija is the founder of Appreciate U. Creator, uplifter, and world traveler, Maija specializes in bringing confidence to all of those who surround her. A student of self-improvement since the age of 10, Maija has compiled the most effective tricks she's learned over the last 24 years to create lasting and authentic happiness. With Appreciate U, she is helping people recognize themselves as the powerful masterpiece they are. In this session, we will be discussing: The connection about how we treat ourselves and how that can translate to how we treat others. How...
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Arlo Henderson: Creating a Neuro-ready Work Environment
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In this very special session of Green Zone Talks we will be speaking with Arlo and how he has implemented a "Neuro-Ready" work initiative. He will be discussing his experience in hiring one of Neuroshifts' former students and the beneficial and uplifting results this has contributed to his business. This inspiring success story of a young man being given an employment opportunity is one you won't want to miss! Arlo and his State Farm team are taking initiatives to expand the awareness of how beneficial the contributions of a Neurodiverse individual can be to all businesses....
info_outlineMaija is the founder of Appreciate U. Creator, uplifter, and world traveler, Maija specializes in bringing confidence to all of those who surround her. A student of self-improvement since the age of 10, Maija has compiled the most effective tricks she's learned over the last 24 years to create lasting and authentic happiness. With Appreciate U, she is helping people recognize themselves as the powerful masterpiece they are.
In this session, we will be discussing:
The connection about how we treat ourselves and how that can translate to how we treat others.
How self-love and self-respect can directly affect the way others treat you.
The importance of self-love and self-respect.
Identify the things that might keep us from loving ourselves and what we can do to change them.