Ann sits down with Jodee Kulp to tell her daughter Liz’s story and to pull out the practical lessons families need when they are raising a child with FASD, , trauma histories, or any kind of neurodivergence. We talk talk about strength-based opportunities that helped Liz create meaning, and how…
Heartbroken by a movement's decline, a 30-day run-up was created. Witness the effort to reignite grassroots energy and build momentum. #MovementRevival #Grassroots #CommunityBuilding #Momentum, #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #overcoming,
A simple request for a social media campaign transformed into a global movement, changing minds and habits worldwide, from Brazil to Germany. Discover the power of digital communication. #SocialMediaImpact #GlobalMovement #DigitalCommunication #CampaignSuccess, #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd,…
A hilarious take on dog parenting! One owner asks about their dogs' needs: one needs 'consistent parenting,' another 'just love.' But what about the third? #DogParenting #DogLife #FunnyDogs #PetTips, #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth,…
From 'no' to 'hungry,' this toddler was already mastering the art of workarounds by age one. Resourcefulness and figuring things out is an innate skill, learned from the very beginning. #EarlyLearning #ToddlerLife #ChildDevelopment #Resourcefulness, #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol,…
For a child, numbers 4 and 8 can be a mystery. Imagine math class without them! Discover how a child's concrete intelligence shapes their understanding of numbers. #ChildDevelopment #LearningMath #CognitiveSkills #EarlyEducation, #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence,…
A simple compliment about red shoes diffused a tense situation with someone struggling to communicate. A gentle redirection can work wonders. #CommunicationTips #Deescalation #SocialSkills #Empathy, #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #overcoming,
When faced with the unknown, cultivate curiosity. Observe details, understand processes, and transform fear into a quest for knowledge. This mindset can change everything. #Curiosity #OvercomingFear #MindsetMatters #PersonalGrowth, #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast,…
Confabulation isn't lying, it's not having all the facts. The 'truth table' approach dismantled fear, clarified the situation, and stopped stories from getting bigger. A game-changer for understanding. #Confabulation #TruthTable #ProblemSolving #Clarity, #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd,…
In 1999, an idea to raise awareness for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) took hold. Bells rang worldwide at 9:09 AM on September 9th, symbolizing a global connection and the butterfly effect of awareness. #FASD #AwarenessDay #GlobalHealth #PregnancyAwareness #BellRinging, #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise,…
She climbed into chimneys, took wrong subways, and chased down any thrill. If it was dangerous, exciting, or forbidden, she was there first. A true one-girl adventure reel. #AdventureSeeker #Fearless #Curiosity #Daredevil, #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic,…
When the alphabet wouldn't behave, it was out! Then came Orton-Gillingham's sound-based learning and Spalding's structured writing. See the beautiful results. #LearningDisability #Education #OrtonGillingham #SpaldingMethod #StudentSuccess, #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #overcoming,
She noticed details others missed—birds in trees, nuances in nature. Her observations fostered empathy, challenging the notion that unique perspectives are 'grandiose.' A reminder to embrace different ways of thinking. #WildflowerBrain #Observant #Empathy #UniquePerspective #NatureLover, #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast,…
Analyzing developmental stages revealed fascinating insights. Visually, she mirrored a one-year-old's perception. Auditorily, she tested high. Linguistically, she excelled, using words to navigate her world effectively. #DevelopmentalPsychology #ChildDevelopment #Neuroscience #LanguageAcquisition, #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence,…
Discovering the right educational approach for complex learning needs. From Montessori to Froebel and Orton-Gillingham, find the root of effective strategies. #LearningMethods #EducationalStrategies #SpecialEducation #ParentingTips, #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #overcoming,
Jodi Culp shares the profound story of her daughter Liz, who lived with prenatal alcohol exposure, learning differences, and medical complexities. A testament to courage, not defined by limitations. #FASD #Resilience #Courage #Advocacy #LizStory, #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd,…
It's okay to be a wildflower. Your spirit doesn't have to conform. Parents, embrace and nurture your child's spirit to help them grow and reach their potential. #WildflowerSpirit #EmbraceYourself #NurtureGrowth #ParentingTips, #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd,…
When challenges arise, the answer isn't always inability, but finding a new path. Discover how supporting unique learning styles unlocks potential, celebrating spirit over struggle. #Neurodiversity #LearningDifferences #UniqueMinds #Inclusion #Education, #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence,…
When public school fails, a mother learns to see her child's unique brilliance. Choosing to nurture Liz's own way, she realized some lessons can't be taught, only discovered. A business can be rebuilt, but a child's spirit is irreplaceable. #ParentingJourney #ChildhoodDevelopment #UniqueLearners #MothersLove #SpecialNeeds, #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills…
Witness the impact of a single voice. One individual's powerful advocacy for diversity created waves of change, proving that one person truly can make a difference. #Inspiration #Advocacy #Diversity #SocialChange #RedShoesRock, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #overcoming,…
Watch this fourth grader shut down abstract reasoning and "maybes." She forces adults to provide clear, concrete answers, demonstrating a unique demand for logic and understanding. #ChildLogic #AbstractThinking #Education #KidsSayTheDarndestThings #ProblemSolving, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #overcoming,…
See how Liz, despite conventional challenges, created beautiful blankets and sensory kits. MO Angels transforms abilities into meaningful contributions, celebrating what individuals *can* do. #MOAngels #Inclusion #DisabilityAwareness #CommunitySupport #Inspiration, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #overcoming, #
Discover revolutionary child development insights from 1800s texts, predating modern medicine's paradigm shift. Focuses on mother language, touch, and nature. #ChildDevelopment #HistoricalWisdom #Parenting #EarlyLearning #NatureBased, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast, #overcoming, #
For some, maps and recipes are complex. Discover how personalized nutrition and addressing core needs transformed a child's learning and well-being, paving the way for innovative approaches. #PersonalizedNutrition #LearningDifferences #Neurodiversity #ChildDevelopment #HealthJourney, #ReadingSkills #Education #Learning #Literacy #Phonics, #realtalktinaann, #annkagarise, #jodeekulp, #livingwithfasd, #fasdpodcast, #fasd, #fetalalcohol, #dyslexic, #adhd, #neurodivergence, #neurodivergentpodcast, #mentalhealth, #mentalhealthpodcast,…
