Episode Overview:
In this powerful episode of Diverge & Disrupt, Liz sits down with friend and NP colleague, Heather Buzbee, a dedicated advocate for the marginalized and a passionate protector of vulnerable communities. Heather, a nurse practitioner dual-certified in pediatric primary care and psychiatric mental health, brings both professional expertise and lived experience as a parent to three neurodivergent children with chronic conditions. Her work in healthcare spans over 20 years, and she is currently pursuing a PhD in developmental psychology

In this episode, Heather introduces the first 5 steps of her breakdown of

"9 Steps for the Average Person to Resist Hate and Prevent Collapse"

We are breaking down practical and essential actions for individuals who want to push back against injustice while maintaining their mental and emotional well-being.

Resources:

• CBT-I App for Sleep & Stress Management
• Parent Guide: Anxiety in Children & Teens
• 10 Ways to Manage Everyday Stress (Teens)
• Spanish Version: Managing Stress

• Simplified Constitution & Bill of Rights
• Know Your Rights: Immigration Encounters
• Red Cards (Multiple Languages)
• Protected Areas for Immigrants

• The Body Keeps The Score – Bessel van der Kolk, MD
• What Happened to You? – Bruce D. Perry, MD, PhD & Oprah Winfrey
• Neurodivergent Friendly Workbook of DBT Skills – Sonny Jane Wise
• The Zones of Regulation – Leah Kuypers, MA Ed. OTR/L
• The Happiness Trap – Russ Harris
  Join us next episode as we explore the 4 deeper strategies for advocating for marginalized communities, fighting systemic oppression, and maintaining hope in difficult times.

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Diverge & Disrupt is hosted by Liz Vossenkemper, MSN, ARNP, CPNP-PC, PMHS, and features expert guests dedicated to challenging systems, uplifting marginalized voices, and promoting radical change.