Podcast Episodes

Why Nagging Isn't Building Responsibility with Debbie

Episode 154

If you feel stuck in the reminder loop and it’s wearing you out... you’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll explore why nagging feels necessary, but often works against the outcomes you want.

We’ll ta…

Published on 1 day, 21 hours ago

Crash or Protect? The Parenting Dilemma No One Talks About

Episode 153

You want your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult to grow into a confident, capable adult. But what do you do when they’re heading straight toward failure? Do you step in and save them—or let …

Published on 1 month ago

5 Patterns That Help Neurodivergent Young Adults Transition to Adulthood with Confidence (Instead of Anxiety) with Debbie

Episode 152

If your neurodivergent teen or young adult is struggling to launch or if you find yourself constantly questioning whether you’re doing too much or not enough... this episode is for you.

There’s a reas…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Is This Helping or Hurting? 5 Ways We Accidentally Undermine Independence with Debbie

Episode 151

You’re doing everything you can to help your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult grow into an independent adult, but what if some of the things you’re doing to help are actually holding them b…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

From Surviving to Thriving—Our Journey, Lessons, and the Heart Behind

Episode 150

You’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and doing everything you can to help your neurodivergent loved one. So why does it still feel like nothing’s working?

You’re not alone. We’ve been there too—desperate fo…

Published on 1 month, 4 weeks ago

Navigating the Parent-Mentor Balance with Jason

Episode 149

Ever catch yourself wondering "Am I doing too much… or not enough?" Whether you're stepping in to help your child solve a problem—or stepping back to let them figure it out—finding that balance can f…

Published on 2 months ago

Embracing Neurodivergent Affirming Care: Balancing Acceptance and Practical Support with Jason

Episode 148

If you’ve ever wondered, “How do I support my child’s authentic self while helping them navigate the real world?”—you’re not alone.

You’ve heard about neurodivergent affirming care and its emphasis on…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Why You Keep Getting Stuck in the Same Parenting Struggles (And How to Break Free) with Debbie

Episode 147

If you’ve ever thought, “Why does this keep happening?!”—whether it’s battles over transitions, screen time, or meltdowns—you’re not alone.

You try different strategies, set boundaries, offer choices……

Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago

Decoding the 'I Can't vs. I Won't' Paradox in Neurodivergence with Jason & Debbie

Episode 146

Is it that they can’t—or that they won’t?

In this episode, we break down the common struggle of distinguishing between genuine inability and refusal in neurodivergent kids, teens, and young adults. We…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Teaching Calm: How to Help Build Emotional Regulation Skills with Debbie

Episode 145

If you've ever found yourself saying "Calm down!" during your child's meltdown—only to watch it make things worse—you're not alone.

The truth is, neurodivergent children, teens, and young adults don't…

Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago