Emotional regulation is more than just maintaining a state of calmness. It requires an awareness of self and the ability to connect with others we trust. Another part of emotional regulation is being able to sit in our negative emotions, which are a normal part of the human experience.  If we model that sadness is bad our children will try to avoid it at all costs. If we label our emotions, rather than avoid them, we are better able to face them head on in the future.  Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/94 ..read more

Our role in co-regulation can have a significant impact on an autistic or neurodivergent's ability to develop self-regulation skills. Multiple studies suggest this impacts every area of their life and well-being. Are the approaches you're taking offering co-regulation or co-escalation? This matters!   Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/93 ..read more

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Human nature leads us to naturally impute our own needs and understanding of the world on others, but is this the best method of developing a relationship with your neurodivergent loved one? We often ask questions that aren’t beneficial for that relationship, like “How social are they?” What if instead we asked, “Does my loved one want to interact with others?” With their needs in mind we avoid imputing our own desires onto them, which frequently causes them to spiral down a negative path. Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/90 ..read more

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.  Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/89   ..read more

Are you parenting from a behavioral or default mode? Is your child behaving or complying out of fear? Are they stuck in a state of fear–a lower 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. Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/86 ..read more

Take advantage of the expertise of therapeutic consultant Shayna Abraham. She has been helping parents and families navigate therapeutic treatment decisions for 20 years and shares great insights, like alternatives to traditional university, how to overcome the struggles families face, and why it is so important for parents to find like-minded, supportive communities. Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/88 ..read more

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. Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/87  ..read more

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 ..read more