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Are your beliefs holding you back? In this transformative episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford sits down with international coach, speaker, and human behavior expert Anna Shilina—author of Habit Freedom—to unpack how neurodivergent adults can shift from limitation to liberation.

🎯 Learn how to:

• Identify and challenge self-sabotaging thoughts
• Build the high-achiever identity you admire
• Reframe autism as a superpower, not a setback
• Create evidence to support empowering new beliefs
• Navigate tough family dynamics with clarity and compassion

🌐 Get Anna's groundbreaking book: HabitFreedom on relatingacademy.com 📲 Follow Anna on Instagram & YouTube: @AnnaShilina 📣 DM her for coaching, tools, and transformation tips!

💬 Want to support the show or access bonus content? Check the show notes and visit us on Instagram @adulting_autism.

🎙️ This episode is for anyone ready to stop playing small and start owning their power—autism and all.

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What if you could stop self-sabotaging and start thriving—on stage and off?

In this transformative episode of Adulting with Autism, host April Ratchford sits down with Dr. Albert Bramante, a powerhouse talent agent with over 20 years in the entertainment industry and a Ph.D. in Psychology. A certified hypnotist and NLP practitioner, Dr. Bramante shares how actors and creatives can silence imposter syndrome, rewire their thinking, and perform at their peak—even under pressure.

You'll learn how to detach from toxic outcomes, build a "happy file" for moments of self-doubt, and redefine success through mindset shifts that matter. Whether you're neurodivergent or navigating the highs and lows of high achievement, this episode is your backstage pass to emotional freedom and lasting confidence.

🔗 Connect with Dr. Bramante: Instagram: @albertbramante Website: https://albertbramante.com/

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In this deeply moving episode of Adulting with Autism, I sit down with Susan Snow—author, coach, speaker, and daughter of slain LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams. At just 17, Susan witnessed the aftermath of her father's ambush, sparking a decades-long battle with PTSD, depression, and emotional isolation. But that's only where her story begins.

We talk raw truth: how trauma lives in the body, the failures of early therapy, and why being told you're "fine" doesn't mean you're healed. Susan shares the powerful moment she found a trauma-informed therapist who finally saw her, and how journaling saved her sleep and sanity. Whether you're navigating your own healing or supporting someone through theirs, this episode will speak to your soul.

💬 Plus, Susan reveals why vulnerability is the ultimate power move—and how her book, The Other Side of the Gun, helps others reclaim their own resilience.

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YouTube: @susansnowspeaks2023

🎧 CTA: Press play for truth, tears, and tools to help you rewrite your own trauma story. And if this episode moved you, don't forget to rate, review, and share with someone who needs a reminder: healing is possible—even after the unthinkable.

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It’s been real, it’s been fun… and it’s been real fun. But it’s time to let you know that Adulting with Autism has officially moved to our new podcast home on Buzzsprout! 🛎️✨

Don’t worry — the same bold convos, neurodivergent wisdom, and heart-centered episodes you’ve loved are all still here… just with a fresh vibe and better tools to help us grow. 🌱

If you’ve been riding with us on Podbean (and we love you for that!), come on over and follow us on Buzzsprout:

Let’s keep the momentum going — more downloads, more voices, more adulting (and un-adulting) moments together.

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🎉 Birthday shoutout to my sister Heather and OT school BFF Ashley—thank you for cheering me on every step of the way!

In this deeply moving episode of Adulting with Autism, I sit down with Susan Snow—author, coach, speaker, and daughter of slain LAPD Detective Thomas C. Williams. At just 17, Susan witnessed the aftermath of her father’s ambush, sparking a decades-long battle with PTSD, depression, and emotional isolation. But that’s only where her story begins.

We talk raw truth: how trauma lives in the body, the failures of early therapy, and why being told you're "fine" doesn’t mean you're healed. Susan shares the powerful moment she found a trauma-informed therapist who finally saw her, and how journaling saved her sleep and sanity. Whether you’re navigating your own healing or supporting someone through theirs, this episode will speak to your soul.

💬 Plus, Susan reveals why vulnerability is the ultimate power move—and how her book, The Other Side of the Gun, helps others reclaim their own resilience.

🛍️ Support the show + grab Susan’s book

💥 🎁 Discord Giveaway Alert!

📲 Follow us and share your story!

🔗 Connect with Susan Snow

YouTube: @susansnowspeaks2023

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Hey Podbean Fam! 💚

It’s been real, it’s been fun… and it’s been real fun. But it’s time to let you know that Adulting with Autism has officially moved to our new podcast home on Buzzsprout! 🛎️✨

Don’t worry — the same bold convos, neurodivergent wisdom, and heart-centered episodes you’ve loved are all still here… just with a fresh vibe and better tools to help us grow. 🌱

If you’ve been riding with us on Podbean (and we love you for that!), come on over and follow us on Buzzsprout:

Let’s keep the momentum going — more downloads, more voices, more adulting (and un-adulting) moments together.

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Hey Podbean Fam! 💚

It’s been real, it’s been fun… and it’s been real fun. But it’s time to let you know that Adulting with Autism has officially moved to our new podcast home on Buzzsprout! 🛎️✨

Don’t worry — the same bold convos, neurodivergent wisdom, and heart-centered episodes you’ve loved are all still here… just with a fresh vibe and better tools to help us grow. 🌱

If you’ve been riding with us on Podbean (and we love you for that!), come on over and follow us on Buzzsprout:

Let’s keep the momentum going — more downloads, more voices, more adulting (and un-adulting) moments together.

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Hey guys, hey—happy Wednesday! Welcome back to Adulting with Autism, the podcast where we say goodbye to “normal” and hello to neurodivergent brilliance. This week, we’re diving deep into the power of self-talk—not the scary, spiraling kind, but the kind that unlocks real transformation.

We’re joined by David Alan Brown, a spiritual teacher, identity coach, and truth-teller who helps people move from stuck to soul-powered. In this episode, David shares how reclaiming your inner dialogue can lead to emotional clarity, freedom from perfectionism, and finally stepping into your purpose—no glitter, just grounded growth.

👉 Whether you’re navigating autism, anxiety, or just adulting, this episode is your permission slip to live with intention and truth. We’re talking practical tools, emotional honesty, and why authenticity isn’t just another buzzword.

✨ Plus! We’re celebrating our 1,000th Discord member with a $100 Visa gift card giveaway and exclusive podcast merch!

🌀 Connect with David Alan Brown:

Facebook: david.a.brown.940

💬 Let’s stay connected:

🎧 Tune in now and discover how to rewrite your inner script, one truth at a time.

Hey Podbean Fam! 💚

It’s been real, it’s been fun… and it’s been real fun. But it’s time to let you know that Adulting with Autism has officially moved to our new podcast home on Buzzsprout! 🛎️✨

Don’t worry — the same bold convos, neurodivergent wisdom, and heart-centered episodes you’ve loved are all still here… just with a fresh vibe and better tools to help us grow. 🌱

If you’ve been riding with us on Podbean (and we love you for that!), come on over and follow us on Buzzsprout:

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In this powerful episode of Adulting with Autism, I'm joined by Clain Udy—corporate leader, autism dad, speaker, and author of Rebranding Autism. Clain shares how a strengths-based approach transformed his own son's path and sparked the creation of First Ascent, a groundbreaking 12-week program helping autistic young adults align their careers with who they really are.

🎧 We unpack:

• Why strength identity matters more than fixing deficits
• How neurodivergent minds can thrive in the right career environments
• Why parents, schools, and therapists must shift from fear to future-forward planning
• How to test real-world job fit without setting kids up to fail

Whether you're an autistic young adult, parent, educator, or therapist, this episode is full of actionable insights to launch futures—not just manage symptoms.

🧠 Learn more about First Ascent and grab Clain's book Rebranding Autism at autismelevated.com

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Hey there! Ever feel like the autism narrative needs a major refresh? Well, you're in for a treat! Join us on Adulting with Autism as we chat with Clain Udy, an incredible advocate with personal and professional insights into autism. As the father of an autistic adult and the author of Rebranding Autism, Clain shares his journey of refocusing on strengths instead of deficits. Discover how his 12-week program, First Ascent, is guiding autistic young adults and their families towards fulfilling careers and independence.

Whether you're a parent, therapist, or young adult on the spectrum, this episode is a must-listen! Clain dives into why aligning career

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Feeling stuck in your head? It might be time to listen to your body. In this powerful episode of Adulting with Autism, we’re joined by Ellen Slater, somatic therapist, author, and founder of the Head & Heart Healing Model. Ellen takes us on a gentle but transformational journey through somatic therapy, helping us understand how trauma, especially in autistic and neurodivergent bodies, lives not just in memory—but in our nervous systems.

We unpack trauma bonding, emotional shutdown, and the real reason talk therapy alone often isn't enough. Ellen also shares accessible tools to start your healing—like her favorite micro-practice: "Quiet the mind, open the heart" while brushing your teeth.

Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, highly sensitive, or just overwhelmed by life’s chaos, this episode is your permission to slow down, feel more, and heal deeply.

🎧 You’ll Learn:

• Why your body reacts before your brain

💡 Ellen’s Offerings:

• Learn more about Head & Heart Healing at ellenslater.com

🎁 BONUS: We’re still running our Discord giveaway! Be our 1,000th member and win a $100 Visa Gift Card + exclusive podcast merch. Join now: Discord

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• Buy Me A Coffee

📲 Follow & connect with us:

• IG: @adulting_autism

👉 Listen now and start your somatic journey toward healing.

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Feeling stuck in your head? It might be time to listen to your body. In this powerful episode of Adulting with Autism, we're joined by Ellen Slater, somatic therapist, author, and founder of the Head & Heart Healing Model. Ellen takes us on a gentle but transformational journey through somatic therapy, helping us understand how trauma, especially in autistic and neurodivergent bodies, lives not just in memory—but in our nervous systems.

We unpack trauma bonding, emotional shutdown, and the real reason talk therapy alone often isn't enough. Ellen also shares accessible tools to start your healing—like her favorite micro-practice: "Quiet the mind, open the heart" while brushing your teeth.

Whether you're autistic, ADHD, highly sensitive, or just overwhelmed by life's chaos, this episode is your permission to slow down, feel more, and heal deeply.

🎧 You'll Learn:

• Why your body reacts before your brain

• How trauma bonding forms (and how to break it)

• Tips for integrating somatic awareness into everyday life

• Why neurodivergent adults often carry unprocessed sensory trauma

💡 Ellen's Offerings:

• Learn more about Head & Heart Healing at ellenslater.com

• Join her monthly virtual community and retreats

• Follow Ellen on Instagram: @headandheartwise

🎁 BONUS: We're still running our Discord giveaway! Be our 1,000th member and win a $100 Visa Gift Card + exclusive podcast merch. Join now: Discord

🛒 Support the show by checking out our affiliates:

• Buy Me A Coffee

• 📘 Ellen's upcoming book & retreat guides

📲 Follow & connect with us:

• IG: @adulting_autism

• FaceBook: Adulting with Autism

👉 Listen now and start your somatic journey toward healing. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

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Hey guys, hey—happy Wednesday! Welcome back to Adulting with Autism, the podcast where we say goodbye to "normal" and hello to neurodivergent brilliance. This week, we're diving deep into the power of self-talk—not the scary, spiraling kind, but the kind that unlocks real transformation.

We're joined by David Alan Brown, a spiritual teacher, identity coach, and truth-teller who helps people move from stuck to soul-powered. In this episode, David shares how reclaiming your inner dialogue can lead to emotional clarity, freedom from perfectionism, and finally stepping into your purpose—no glitter, just grounded growth.

👉 Whether you're navigating autism, anxiety, or just adulting, this episode is your permission slip to live with intention and truth. We're talking practical tools, emotional honesty, and why authenticity isn't just another buzzword.

✨ Plus! We're celebrating our 1,000th Discord member with a $100 Visa gift card giveaway and exclusive podcast merch!

Join our Discord now → https://linktr.ee/adultingwithautism

🌀 Connect with David Alan Brown:

📸 Instagram: @theauthordavidalanbrown

🌐 Website: https://www.davidalanbrown.com

🎥 LinkedIn: thewriterdab

Facebook: david.a.brown.940

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🎧 Tune in now and discover how to rewrite your inner script, one truth at a time.

Grab your favorite drink, hit play, and let's get into the real, raw magic of becoming YOU.

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🔥 Ever dreamt of quitting the 9-to-5 grind and radically rewriting your life? Meet Jamie Gantt — former corporate climber turned world-traveling coach, speaker, and soon-to-be author of Becoming Myself. In this soul-stirring episode of Adulting with Autism, Jamie unpacks what it means to burn it all down to build a life rooted in purpose, especially as a neurodivergent woman reclaiming her voice.

🧠 We talk:

• Why burnout is your body's wisdom, not failure

• Redefining success outside neurotypical expectations

• Why journaling is one of the most powerful tools for healing

• How to honor your rhythm when the world moves too fast

💡 Whether you're neurodivergent, neurocurious, or just plain exhausted from being everything to everyone, Jamie's story offers a map back to your real self.

✨ Mentioned in this episode:

• Jamie's coaching & speaker offerings → https://www.jamiegantt.com

• Upcoming book Becoming Myself (preorder link soon!)

👉 Let's connect:

• Follow Jamie on IG: @radicallyalive

• Jamie's website: Radically Alive Coaching

• Follow the podcast: @adulting_autism

• Subscribe & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen 🎧

🧡 Your transformation starts now. Press play, take notes, and don't be afraid to burn what no longer fits.

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