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Podcast 86 From 2 Speeds to 6 Gears: Helping Neurodivergent Kids Find Balance (Without Burning Out)
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From 2 Speeds to 6 Gears: Helping Neurodivergent Kids Find Balance (Without Burning Out)
Do you have a child or student who is either all in… or completely shut down?
In this powerful episode, we unpack the “all-or-nothing” pattern so common in neurodivergent children — where they’re stuck in just two speeds: GO or STOP.
As a special education teacher with ADHD, I share my own lived experience of burnout, overworking, and never finding that “middle gear” — and why this isn’t about motivation… it’s about the nervous system.
You’ll learn:
- Why neurodivergent kids struggle with balance
- The role of interoception and body awareness
- Practical strategies to build regulation and prevent burnout
- How to help kids move from 2 speeds… to 6 gears
- Why our children don’t need to prove their worth — just be themselves
This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and therapists supporting children with ADHD, autism, learning differences, or complex needs.
Because the goal isn’t perfection — it’s balance.
For more advice, support, to book a consultation or to find out more information please visit:
The Neurodiverse Education Hub Website
You can also purchase our e-book from the website:
e-book - Navigating Education: A Parent's Guide to Choosing the Right Primary School for your Neurodivergent Child
and our
Free Brochure - Transitioning from Kindergarten to Primary School for your Neurodivergent Child
Visit's The Neurodiverse Education Hub's Website for information on the following:
Work With Me - Individual Education Plans (IEP's), Play Skills,