Hacking Neurodivergence

In today's episode my husband takes on the role of interviewer. A solo reflection on how reframing autism unlocked confidence, purpose, and power. If you’ve ever felt broken by a label, this one’s for you.

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00:54 Exploring Kelsey's Childhood

01:36 From Emo to Military: Kelsey's Transformative Years

03:23 Marriage Dynamics: Embracing Each Other's Quirks

04:48 Family Background and Neurodiversity

08:22 Kelsey's Journey with Autism: Diagnosis and Acceptance

11:57 Flipping the Script: Turning Autism into a Superpower

18:13 Mastering Social Dynamics: A Lifelong Journey

19:23 College Adventures: Leveraging a Unique Perspective

24:54 Entrepreneurial Spirit: From Bead Creatures to Business Savvy

25:45 Entrepreneurial Spirit Crushed in School

26:45 Navigating College with Autism

27:46 Overcoming Test Anxiety and Embracing Neurodivergence

30:44 Adventures in Inner Mongolia: Teaching and Cultural Challenges

33:52 Transitioning from Finance to Tech: A Career Journey

38:07 Marriage, Neurodivergence, and Curating Life Experiences

42:16 Reflections and Advice for a Fulfilling Life

48:01 Embracing Neurodivergence as a Superpower

Raw, honest, and transformative—this episode explores the emotional fallout of undiagnosed autism and how one woman’s late diagnosis changed her life.

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Today's episode explores Erin's late diagnosis, parenting neurodivergent children, the role of therapy, and setting boundaries.

00:31 Erin's Early Life and Academic Struggles

01:02 Erin's Social Circles and Interests

09:34 Parenting and Neurodivergence

21:14 Understanding Neurodivergence Through Therapy

28:52 Impacts of Neurodivergence in Adulthood

29:21 Parenting Strategies for Neurodivergence

35:44 Erin's Current Life and Reflections

38:43 A Prompt of Reflection for the Audience

Tired of surface-level diversity talk? So is this guest. We dig into real advocacy, workplace systems, and what true inclusion looks like for neurodivergent professionals.

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The episode follows the journey of Bisola, a digital product designer navigating neurodivergence and the tech industry as a woman of color. It explores the significance of self-advocacy, community support, and embracing one's identity. Additionally, it emphasizes advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in professional settings, as well as providing guidance on supporting neurodivergent employees.

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00:29 Navigating Neurodivergence and Self-Advocacy

00:51 Bisola's Early Life and Academic Journey

03:45 The High School Experience: Overcoming Challenges

13:43 Transition to College: Finding Identity and Community

23:03 Navigating the Tech Industry: From Engineering to Product Design

26:05 Exploring the Impact of Product Design in Tech

31:04 Navigating Industry Realities as a Person of Color

32:39 The Reality of Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

34:53 Personal Journey: From College to Career

36:42 Challenges and Insights on Neurodivergence in Professional Settings

39:32 Identifying with Autism: Personal Reflections and Experiences

45:33 Advocating for Neurodiversity and Inclusion in Hiring Practices

47:25 Effective DEI Initiatives: Beyond Marketing Strategies

52:18 The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Personal and Professional Life

56:50 Lightning Round Questions

01:01:57 Engaging the Audience: A New Interactive Segment

01:02:57 Parting Words of Encouragement and Support

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This therapist and mom shares how psychedelics, honesty, and late diagnosis reshaped her life. It’s an unfiltered look at parenting, partnership, and personal healing.

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Be a guest on the show07:03 Navigating High School11:03 College and Career Path in Therapy19:07 Insights into Therapy and Coping Strategies51:03 Embracing Motherhood

Becky shares how she built a rich, expressive life across theater, fitness, and DIY while navigating ADHD. An inspiring look at the joy and chaos of creative neurodivergence.⁠⁠

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01:08 Becky's ADHD Journey: From Childhood to Theater

09:17 Exploring Becky's Varied Career and Life Lessons

29:37 The Transformative Power of CrossFit and Wellness Philosophy

32:34 Discovering a Healthier Lifestyle Through CrossFit

33:06 The Journey of Trying Various Dietary Experiments

34:53 Unveiling the Misunderstood Aspects of Diet

38:34 Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth

39:57 The Magic of Playfulness in Relationships

43:45 Tackling a Home Renovation Together

47:11 Embracing Whimsy in Work and Life

52:59 Empowering Homeowners Through DIY Coaching

57:44 Lightning Round: Insights and Advice

A candid conversation with a father who’s blending startup life, neurodivergence, and self-exploration through therapy and psychedelics. Honest, bold, and refreshingly real.

Ben went from feeling like a broken kid who didn't fit in to landing his dream job at Boeing—and he credits discovering his autism diagnosis as the turning point. In this conversation, he shares how psychedelics unlocked deeper self-understanding and how he's applying these insights to neurodivergent parenting.

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Chapters

01:14 Diving into Ben's Childhood and Early Struggles

04:50 A Pivotal Shift: College and Embracing Challenges

12:21 From College to Career: Navigating the Professional World

18:24 The Power of Neurodivergence in the Workplace

24:10 Finding Balance and Understanding in Marriage

29:36 Exploring Psychedelics and Personal Growth

30:36 Exploring Psychedelics: A Journey to Emotional Connection

32:26 The Transformative Experience of Psychedelics

36:34 Life After Mushrooms: A New Perspective

44:44 Embracing Fatherhood as a Neurodivergent

48:47 Navigating Parenthood with Neurodivergence

56:08 Lightning Round: Insights and Advice

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What happens after burnout? Darci and I walk through the process of radical reprioritization—how she rebuilt her days, values, and joy without betraying my neurodivergence. Through Darci's story, listeners are encouraged to redefine success on their terms and prioritize their health and well-being.

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00:59 The Challenges and Lessons of Startup Life

07:43 Navigating Neurodivergence in the Tech Industry

16:01 The Dark Side of Tech: Burnout and Its Cost

21:19 Finding Healing and Setting Boundaries

38:23 Redefining Success and Building a Personal Scorecard

46:56 Wrapping Up: Key Lessons and Looking Ahead

A personal story of love, risk, and major vulnerability. This episode explores what it took to pursue a relationship that demanded honesty, courage, and leaving old patterns behind.

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This episode of Hacking Neurodivergence features a discussion between host Kelsey and Darci. They dive into Darci's journey of self-discovery, from her shy, reserved childhood, heavily influenced by her sister, to navigating major life decisions and finding her unique identity.

The conversation is split into two parts, with this episode focusing on Darci's adolescence and early career challenges, touching on themes of neurodivergence, familial relationships, and the pursuit of happiness through resilience and flexibility.

01:32 Discovering Identity Through Family

11:16 Chasing Joy and Pivoting Careers

18:02 A New Chapter: Moving to Hawaii

27:33 Reflections and Advice

Do you ever struggle to give or receive feedback, especially as a neurodivergent person?

This episode of Hacking Neurodivergence is all about the art of giving and receiving feedback in a way that works for you. Host Kelsey shares her experience and offers tips on how to:

• Avoid common pitfalls when giving feedback
• Consider the recipient and the situation
• Craft a message that is clear and helpful
• Receive feedback in a constructive way

You'll also learn why giving feedback is an act of love, for both yourself and the other person.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• 3 mistakes to avoid when giving feedback
• 3 things to consider before giving feedback
• How to frame your message for maximum impact
• 3 steps to take when receiving feedback

This episode is for you if:

• You're neurodivergent and want to improve your communication skills
• You struggle to give or receive feedback in a way that feels good
• You want to learn how to have more effective conversations

Listen now and subscribe to Hacking Neurodivergence for more tips on thriving as a neurodivergent person!

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Can books and TV help us understand ourselves? This episode explores how media shaped one autistic librarian’s identity—and how she now shapes media in return.

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