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Engage with us as we delve into the human response to trauma, with a focus on the fight or flight response. Guest host Denise Bard and Ann paint vivid pictures of how trauma can manifest in our bodies and our minds. The pair talk ways the body handles stress and…
YOU MATTER! Listen as Denise shares her journey of changing her life's narrative, reminding us all of the power of our own voices, even in the face of adversity. Join us as Denise shares how she rewrote her story to one of triumph and resilience and reminds us that faiure…
Denise Bard's life story, one marked by struggles and hardships, is a compelling portrayal of the human spirit's capacity to rise above circumstances. This is a must listen as Denise discusses being born from two drug-addicted parents and the physical, mental, and emotional abuse that she endured. Abuse and neglect…
What is the true opposite of love? Hate or Fear? How does it affect a child when their first emotion is fear and not love?What happens when the very person loving you is the one instilling that fear? We're peeling back the layers on this complex subject, starting with early…
This episode is not just a conversation; it’s a celebration of differentness, friendship, and unity in the face of adversity. Ann welcomes special guest, RJ Formanek, the trailblazer behind Flying with Broken Wings and Red Shoes Rock, who has embraced his FASD diagnosis as a power source instead of a…
Imagine having your life shaped by trauma before drawing your first breath. That's the reality for people living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), a misunderstood and stigmatized condition. I had the honor of hosting RJ Formanek, a tireless advocate for people with FASD, who also happens to be a…
Listen as tina and Ann from Everything Spectrum discuss the complicated emotions of Love Hate and Fear. Ann is Autistic and this is very relevant to this channel. She is raising 3 kids with autism who she talks about in this episode. Thank you for listening.
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Ann is autistic raising three autistic kids. She got some tough news about her son and discusses her childhood diagnosis and how she didn't let doctors or a diagnosis define her. She wants the same for her kids. Watch and engage with this individual as she shares her stories of…
A good way to lose what you do have is to focus on the things you don't have. advocate, BE, operate on courage rather than fear. Life's lessons are all around us. Policy over caring? Really!? These are hard times. I pray for hope for everyone who watches this. AND…
I've done a lot of thinking about this channel. My life as a determined, strong autistic who has learned many many life's lessons. I've decided to take on a new segment on this channel that will overtake my channel. I've decided to just be Real and talk about what I've…
Going into social situations can be very difficult when you are autistic. I have many tools in my toolbox that have helped me in some of the most difficult social situations. Staying home was not an option a lot of the times. I figured out what helped me go into…
watching him being overstimulated is so hard. watching him shut down in public situations is terrifying for him and heartbreaking for me. watching him be brave in spite of makes me proud.
Is there something wrong that needs fixed? what needs fixed.? autism or ignorance. let's discuss. I have one of my writings in there too.
The Color the spectrum event, Mark Rober, Eugenics, abelism, NEXT for Autism, Identity first vs. disability first, ABA, Autism Speaks? Why are autistics attacking autistics? Knowledge base vs. Intent. There are so many politics going on behind the world of autism. This is one autistic trying to make sense of…
Would knowing I had autism growing up made a difference? Having the right diagnosis equals the right helps and tools. Having the right diagnosis would have helped the adults around me know how to help a child whose father had died and sister was given to the system. Why did…
autistic oops I'm an older autistic learning from the new autistics. I applaud them for having their voice and their platforms and making a difference. Learning the terminology can be a bit of a challenge, but I was raised differently and this is where I'm at this with it. A…
today is world autism day. we look more into the definition of autism , masking and what that means, perseveration, and limited and repetitive behaviors. Learn about autism from someone who has autism raising 3 with autism Its a journey.
Let's look at what autism is and look deep into perception, socialization and communication. April 2 is more with masking and repetitive behaviors. welcome to the month we are to be more aware! Selective mutism and autism video I talked about https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfIT5aczoDg&t=230s Check out my video on acting and autism…
What does the DSM say about autism and play? Why is it hard for autistics to imaginative play? Do we teach them how to play differently? Is teaching them too far outside of their abilities cause failure? Can we change the rest of the world? Can we add acceptance for…
