iPhone vs Android analogy and the Double Empathy Problem
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
Release Date: 02/12/2024
Debunking Dissociative Identity Disorder with Tarese and Co
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
Welcome to what I hope to be the first of many chat with the wonderful Tarese and Co, DID system! After my recent chats about dissociation and trauma with Kizzy, I was keen to keep the ball rolling and talk to Tarese and co about their experience! As well as being a qualified therapist, Tarese and Co are also a fashion designer and social media personality, raising awareness about DID and sharing the stories of other trauma survivirs through their project, Birds With a Feather. You can watch Tarese and Co's full story on their youtube channel: ...
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Matrescence and Neurodiversity with Nicole Amery
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
Join me as I have a deep and enlightening conversation with Nicole Amery, OT, mother, and passionate advocate for affirming practice. Nicole speaks to us about matrescence; the journey of shift in identity that one goes through when becoming a mother. Nicole expresses that her work takes place in the intersection of matrescence and neurodivergence. Nicole is super passionate about support mothers as well as their children as they navigate the world in an empowering and affirming way! Find Nicole at @nourishandconnect on instagram Connect with me :) Email:...
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The Cost of Compliance and Masking
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
This episode comes with a trigger warning for discussion of sexual assault and victimisation. This was another uplanned episode, brought about by a recent discussion I had. I was reminded of a horrifying ststistic. That 9 in 10 autistic woman have experienced sexual abuse, domestic abuse or rape in their life. This is part of my story and a reflection on why this is happening and what we might be able to do to influence this huge problem for the better! If you are experiencing difficulty, it is okay to ask for help. Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 ...
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Diving into Dissociation with Kizzy Searle, Trauma Informed Speech Therapist
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
Join me and Kizzy in this dive into the experience of dissociation and how this links in with the neurodivergent experience. Kizzy and I always end up in such a flow state when we connect and share our experiences. Connect with Kizzy at LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kizzysearle/ Instagram is @attunedspeech Kizzy also shares a free resource here Connect with me :) Email: [email protected] Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: Facebook: Youtube: Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement
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Exploring Trauma Informed Care with Kizzy Searle, Speech pathologist
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
In this episode I am sharing an interview with the amazing speech pathologist Kizzy, from Attuned Speech, about all things neurodivergent affirming and trauma informed practice! This inerview was conducted last year (2023) and I share in anticipation for our new episode coming soon! In this chat we cover: The importance of pets and animals :) Kizzy's journey to becoming a trauma informed speech therapist The power of intuition in health care How we juggle self-are within our work Leaning into our own neurodiversity and what that looks like And so much more! Connect with Kizzy at ,...
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Monotropism and Neurodiversity
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
Autistic people are often ‘monotropic’. Monotropic minds tend to have their attention pulled more strongly towards a smaller number of interests at any given time, leaving fewer resources for other processes. It seems not only autistic people may experience monotropism and it may be more widly experienced by neurodivergent people, such as ADHDers. Links for more information on monotropism: Video Damian Milton on Monotropism: Connect with me :) Email: [email protected] Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: Facebook: Youtube: ...
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The Contrasts at the Intersection of Being an Autistic ADHDer- Chat with Adina Levy
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
In this casual chat, Adina and I talk about our lived experience of being both autistic and an ADHDer, also known as an AuDHDer. In what ways do they complement each other? In what ways do they contradict each other? Listen to find out! Come and have a laugh with us! Connect with Adina here: And on instagram she is Play.Learn.Chat and @neurodivergent.business Connect with me :) Email: [email protected] Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: Facebook: Youtube: Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment...
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Interview with neurodivergent sparkle, Adina Levy!
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
This chat with Adina from Play Learn Chat and Neurodivergent Business Coaching and Consulting is just beautiful! We spoke about finding true joy in small moments and how we can learn to understand our unique needs across environments. Adina shares about her experience of discovering her own neurodivergence and how this has shaped her experience as a speech therapist. We chat about how independence does not always have to be the goal and that sometimes, having support from others is the best way to increase participation in many areas of life! I hope you all enjoy our pasta jar analogy; let us...
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Invisible disability becomes visible
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
In this episode I share about beginning treatment for my scoliosis. I address the feelings associated with having an invible disability suddenly become a whole lot more visible! Another raw one here... Thanks so much for listening. Connect with me :) Email: [email protected] Come and join us on the socials: Instagram: Facebook: Youtube: Facebook group- The Neurodiversity Empowerment Movement
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Interview with Zara, neurodivergent mother, therapist and all round goddess!
Alphabet Soup! Exploring Complex Neurodiversity
Join me and the beautiful Zara as we talk about parenting neurodivergent children, discovering our own neurodivergence along the way and the amazing power of connection with those we feel safe around! Zara is such a soothing presence, and her energy is such a pleasure to be around! You can find Zara and her powerful work on Instagram and Facebook just search for Zara Selene Intuitive. Want to learn more about connection as a healing tool? Check out my webinar! Use code PODCAST for an exclusive 30% off! Also! Get 50% OFF my Introduction to Neurodiversity Affirming Classrooms until the end of...
info_outlineDo you use an iPhone or an Android phone?
What about a Mac or PC computer?
This episode explores the concept of the Double Empathy Problem using a basic technology example!
I have also linked a PDF all about this which you can share with anyone you think may benefit from learning more about the Double Empathy Problem.
Stay safe and curious!
Steph x
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