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89. Supportive Mentoring Relationships with Debbie

Why is a supportive mentoring relationship so important? One of the most effective ways to connect and garner trust with our autistic or neurodivergent loved one is by developing this type of relationship. Mentoring is more than just words–It is more than advice. As we tune into their individual and unique needs as a mentor we avoid unrealistic expectations and better position ourselves to support their development and overall well-being.

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March 10, 2023

87. Severe Mental Illness with Jason

Does neurodivergence automatically predispose one to mental health issues? Why is it so difficult for an autistic or neurodivergent individual to manage mental illness? In a subset of this community, severe mental illness is a very real and debilitating issue. There are steps you can take to mitigate the negative effects of those issues.

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February 24, 2023
Learn how to parent from a position of connection and strengthen your relationships.

86. Power Struggles with Debbie

Are you parenting from a behavioral or default mode? Is your child behaving or complying out of fear? Are they stuck in a fight-or-flight brain state? Fear and power tactics damage relationships and development in children, especially neurodivergent children. Learn how to parent from a position of connection and collaboration to strengthen your relationship with your child.

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February 17, 2023

85. When Comfort Now Creates Pain Later with Jason

Neurodivergent children have a more difficult time growing or developing resilience du
ring struggles. For this reason, well-meaning parents often create an environment where their children are not challenged, but instead remain in a constant state of comfort. Learn why this creates comfort and family harmony in the short term, but doesn’t provide the skills necessary for neurodivergent children to succeed later in life and how to prevent or change this mistake with your loved one.

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February 10, 2023

84. How to Love Parenting Your Autistic or Neurodivergent Young Person with Debbie

The challenges that come with parenting autistic and / or neurodivergents can be hard. There may be things you dislike or even downright hate. It’s hard to show up and parent effectively when we feel this way. What if you could love your parenting experience? Would you show up differently? Be more effective? Learn how to love your experience and show up in a way that supports your neurodivergent’s development and well-being.

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February 3, 2023
Balance of Power in a Mentoring Relationship with Jason

81. Balance of Power in a Mentoring Relationship with Jason

The balance of power in a mentoring type relationship with a young person is continually adjusting as a child develops into adulthood. As you parent, shifting ownership to them is an important part of their development. When they are autistic and/or neurodivergent and have a different timeline for developmental milestones it can create challenges as they start adulting. Here are some principals to consider when navigating these shifts. See full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/81

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January 13, 2023