Improve your family's relationships, communication and trust in 3 months. Learn more at https://neurodiverging.com/parenting. Interested in Collaborative Families but not sure if it's a fit? Join us for a free 30 minute info session and Q&A on Wednesday, 4/24, at 4PM MDT. Click here to save your seat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Danielle is answering your Youtube comments about pervasive demand for autonomy/ pathological demand avoidance. Collaborative Families, our 3 month parenting program, starts May 1st. Learn more here: https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/collaborative-families/ Have a question you'd like me to answer in a future podcast? Email us at contact@neurodiverging.com Show notes here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/an-autistic-coach-answers-your-comments-about-parenting-pda/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When I first became a parent, I was undiagnosed, burnt out and overwhelmed. Now, ten years into my parenting journey, I've evolved into a confident, creative, joyful, parent, a transformation I couldn't have imagined a decade ago. Today I'm talking about my journey, what I've learned, and how I got here. Show notes, book recs, and transcript here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-im-thriving-as-an-autistic-parent/ Learn more about our collaborative parenting class here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/parenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Yourself Together: a free 5-day bootcamp starting on 3/18. Register here: http://neurodiverging.com/together Collaborative Families is now open for registration! Save $100 if you enroll before 3/31. Class starts on 5/1. Learn more: http://neurodiverging.com/parenting Full show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-to-reset-after-autistic-burnout/ In this series, we delve into a personal journey—Danielle's recent experience with (almost) autistic burnout—and explore practical strategies that facilitated their surprisingly swift recovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Yourself Together: a free 5-day bootcamp starting on 3/18. Register here: http://neurodiverging.com/together Collaborative Families is now open for registration! Save $100 if you enroll before 3/31. Class starts on 5/1. Learn more: http://neurodiverging.com/parenting Full show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/how-autistic-trauma-compromises-executive-function/ In this series, we delve into a personal journey—Danielle's recent experience with almost) autistic burnout—and explore practical strategies that facilitated their surprisingly swift recovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Yourself Together: a free 5-day bootcamp starting on 3/18. Register here: http://neurodiverging.com/together Collaborative Families is now open for registration! Save $100 if you enroll before 3/31. Class starts on 5/1. Learn more: http://neurodiverging.com/parenting Full show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/our-expectations-can-contribute-to-autistic-burnout/ As a late-identified person, I didn't know what autistic burnout was until I was already many years into one. Then, I was able to make some significant changes that reduced many of my day-to-day challenges, and stayed burnout-free for a number of years. But around last summer, I almost hit hit full burnout again. In this episode, I'm explaining what happened, what I learned from it, and how I got out of burnout in record time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neurodiversity-affirming is the new buzz word for sure, but what does it mean? Follow me on IG: @neurodiverging Join the Patreon: patreon.com/neurodiverging Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Danielle talks with guest Rebecca Kase about everything polyvagal theory. Developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, polyvagal theory is an important model for understanding how people regulate emotional and physical health, especially in response to stress and perceived threats, and something we refer to in coaching very often. Rebecca discusses how we can use this model to help us understand and work with our nervous systems to feel better more often. Show notes here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/understanding-the-science-of-safety-with-rebecca-kase/ New to Neurodiverging? Check out https://www.neurodiverging.com/start-here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Our first workshop of the year is Tension Tactics: Positive Strategies for Handling Stress, happening on 1/19 at 2PM MT. Learn more and get $5 off by registering at http://tinyurl.com/tensiontactics. Today, Danielle talks with neuroqueer LGBTQ+ trainer and community organizer Charlie Ocean, MSW to understand how performative allyship from companies led to a surge in DEI work post-George Floyd, and what the state of DEI is now several years later. Show notes and transcript: https://www.neurodiverging.com/performative-allyship-within-capitalist-systems/ ________________________ 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 goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization’s larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For those of us who are neurodivergent, sticking to resolutions and working towards our goals is naturally challenging because the traditional approach to goal-setting does not align with our unique needs and strengths. In this episode, we explore how to create New Year’s resolutions that are neurodivergent-friendly, empowering us to make meaningful progress and celebrate our achievements along the way. Show notes and transcript: https://www.neurodiverging.com/creating-a-neurodivergent-friendly-new-year/ ________________________ 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 goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization’s larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Mailing Address: Danielle Sullivan 603 S Public Rd, #63 Lafayette, CO 80026-9998 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we're happy to share an episode from Learn with Dr. Emily, where she interviews comedian and ADHDer, Penn Holderness. Enjoy! --- Growing up, Penn Holderness knew he was different than his friends. He had tics. He was called a spazz. He would cry really easily. In basketball practice, he would nearly chew through his shirt if he wasn't running around enough. If he was growing up in the 2020's, he'd be treated for ADHD pretty quickly. But back in the 80's, ADHD information wasn't widespread, and it wasn't until college that he was officially diagnosed. On today's episode, Penn talks about growing up with ADHD, finding his passion for music and performing arts, learning how to accept his limitations and lean into his superpowers, and how he would design a school for ADHD minds. You don't want to miss this vulnerable and hilarious episode. The Holderness Family: Youtube | Instagram | Facebook | Tik Tok | Podcast --- 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 goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization’s larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Traditional disability employment models have been focused on sheltered workshops and sub-minimum wage jobs. What does true integration look like in the modern workplace, and how can we get there? Today we're talking to Ben Schatzel, the founder of Stannum Core Solutions, an agency dedicated to creating competitive, integrated employment outcomes for neurodivergent workers, about just that. Show notes and transcript: https://www.neurodiverging.com/the-integrated-workplace-on-disability-labor-reform/ 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 goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization’s larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today coach Danielle Sullivan is discussing how her family evacuated a natural disaster successfully several years ago, and how families with neurodivergent children and family members can better prepare for potential disasters and emergencies. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/emergency-preparedness-for-all/ ________________________ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com/life-coaching/ + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like ad-free podcast episodes, recordings of our neurodiversity-related classes, live coaching and class discounts, and more! https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rainbow Winnike, who also goes by Bowie, is a neurodivergent support coach and gender doula, supporting people who are stepping into the next stage of their identity and authenticity. We're on the podcast discussing the intersections of neurotype, gender, sexuality, masking and unmasking, building community care toward neurodivergent liberation, and some ways to support our authentic expressions of ourselves in all ways. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/communal-care-and-neurodivergent-liberation/ 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 goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization’s larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have an autistic loved one who sometimes wants to hang out but not necessarily talk a ton? Are you having trouble figuring out how to handle it? This podcast's for you! Thank you to my patrons for suggesting this topic! Need more help with handling your feelings around communication? Check out our mini course: https://neurodiverging.thrivecart.com/when-tone-triggers-you/ 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 goodies! http://patreon.com/neurodiverging Our organization’s larger mission is to help neurodivergent folks find the resources we need to live better lives as individuals, and to further disability awareness and social justice efforts to improve all of our lives as part of the larger world community. We support strength-based, evidence-based assessment and skill-building, social and disability justice paradigms, and a commitment to taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I am talking to Dawn Tree, who is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who has an adult autistic son and is also a late-diagnosed ADHDer. Dawn has been practicing in psychiatry for the past 30 years. In today’s interview, we’re covering how the practice of psychiatry can help or harm autistic people, how medications are tested, used, and marketed to medical professionals, and how to find a psychiatric professional for your individual needs. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/autism-through-psychiatrys-lens/ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like ad-free podcast downloads, body doubling, coaching, and more: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s podcast is a little different. I’ve been collecting some news articles that followers sent to me last month, and now I’m going to share my thoughts with you! So, does aspartame cause autism? Do 37% percent of autistic kids outgrow their autistic traits? Or, is autism still underdiagnosed by age 16? Let’s talk about it today. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/does-aspartame-cause-autism-news-commentary/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the ways that neurodivergent people can manage our energy levels is by ensuring that our home is sensory-friendly and matches our needs. For people with autism, it is essential that feelings of overwhelm and overload are managed. This can be really tricky in the beginning. But with some self-reflection and practice (and sometimes trial and error) it is possible to create a space that works for you. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/managing-overwhelm-by-creating-a-sensory-friendly-space-in-your-home/ Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like ad-free podcast downloads, body doubling, coaching, and more: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is cultural intelligence, and how does it intersect with inclusivity? That's what we're talking about with today's guest, Loren Rosaldo-Maldonado. Loren's the Chief People Officer at Cultura Inc., an ADHDer, and a Cultural Intelligence consultant with a passion for helping people and institutions navigate the complexities of the human condition. Show notes: https://www.neurodiverging.com/cultural-competency-across-neurotypes/ Buy Loren's book, Becoming The Change: The Power of Cultural Intelligence, on Amazon: https://amzn.to/47SkWQm Danielle Sullivan is an autistic parent, the owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, and the host of The Neurodiverging Podcast. + Learn about life and parent coaching: https://neurodiverging.com + Join the Patreon to receive members-only content like ad-free podcast downloads, body doubling, coaching, and more: https://www.patreon.com/neurodiverging + Find us on social @neurodiverging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices