The Vysdym Podcast

The Vysdym Podcast

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The Vysdym Podcast episodes

  • Does Tylenol cause Autism? - Part 1

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    In this episode, Maggie dips her toes into the research ideology and methods that are currently employed by the scientists trying to piece together a comprehensive explanation for the cause of Autism. 

    As a parent who is on a similar quest, this question takes you a bit of the distance but not all the way. Maggie explores the unconscious programming that caused you as a parent to land on this question and presents options for a conscious step forward. 

    If you're are looking for more resources, here is an opportunity to co-regulate your nervous system with Maggie. 

    Introducing Borrow my calm calls - a one time coaching session for exhausted parents like yourself seeking a quick reset. Follow the link and book yourself in. 



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    28 min
  • The most valuable currency in the AI era

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    Mothers, it’s time to awaken. 

    This Mother’s Day, stop outsourcing your power and start reclaiming your deep intuition—the fierce, knowing voice inside you that’s been buried under doubt, exhaustion, and outdated expectations. In this powerful episode, you’ll discover why NOW is right time to reconnect with your true maternal wisdom, ignite your inner strength, and step into the confident, grounded mother you were always meant to be. 

    This is the most important gift you can give yourself and your family. Are you ready to rise?

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    https://calendly.com/vysdym-com/borrow-my-calm

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    28 min
  • Parenting my autistic child and I’m tired of feeling tired!

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    Caring for a neurodivergent child demands everything — your time, your energy, your emotional bandwidth, and often your own needs get pushed to the very bottom of the list. If you're running on empty, constantly exhausted, and feeling guilty for even thinking about self-care, this episode is your permission slip to finally put yourself back on the priority list.

    Maggie addresses the root cause for burn out and will help you rediscover your own needs, rebuild your energy, and show up as the parent you want to be — without burning out completely. If you're tired of feeling tired and ready for self-care that feels doable instead of impossible, press play. You're not alone, and your well-being matters too.

    Consider this episode a simple first step taken in the right direction.

    If you're are looking for more resources, here is an opportunity to co-regulate your nervous system with Maggie. 

    Introducing Borrow my calm calls - a one time coaching session for exhausted parents like yourself seeking a quick reset. Follow the link and book yourself in. 




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    27 min
  • A love letter to the unmothered mother

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    This episode is a  tender, raw exploration of what it looks like to mother your children when you never fully experienced being mothered yourself.

    In this intimate episode, Maggie dives into the quiet ache of that missing bond, the unspoken grief that lingers, and the fierce, beautiful way we can learn to get ourselves unstuck in our pursuit of freedom from pain.

    If you've ever felt the weight of breaking a cycle while building a new one, this one is for you. Deeply healing!

    Last episode of a very long season 1. Season 2 resumes in the Spring 2026.



    Additional resources:

    Grief meditation: https://conscious.is/meditation/grief-and-grieving-meditation

    Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOzYU0FtovY

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    27 min
  • What to do when ABA fails your autistic child?

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    The do-as-I-say-no questions asked method endorsed by your ABA team is extremely damaging to your autistic child and can finally be put to bed. In its place, Maggie offers a new philosophy in which parents are invited to lead this movement focused on empowering your neurodivergent child. Listen to this episode to learn about Relational Intelligence and its components. 

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    29 min
  • Obedience training is for circus animals!

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    Come with a glass of milk within reach! Obedience training, even in the case of circus animals is increasingly frowned upon. Subtle or passive aggressive versions of obedience training continue to be thrust on all children, especially neurodivergent ones. Listen to this episode to understand the depth of damage this approach can have on a child's psyche, after which, the choice to continue to engage with it on behalf of your child, is yours to make. Also, Maggie touches on an alternative idea, one that is better suited to the needs of your neurodivergent child. 

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    28 min
  • 3 steps to pursue a secure attachment with your child

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    For parents with neurodivergent children it can feel very disempowering to lose direction and purpose. In this episode Maggie describes a secure attachment as the North Star and lists 3 steps to get started and find your way back to the path.  The truth is that parenting a neurodivergent child is tough, but it’s not supposed to feel unfulfilling! 

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    27 min
  • Rebirth and a reintroduction

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    After a year long hiatus, Maggie gets back to the mic to renew her commitment to this podcast, only this time with a whole new added dimension. Listen to feel deeply seen and heard as a parent, sometimes that is all the "wisdom" we need.  This is a rebirth and a reintroduction of all good things yet to come. 

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    27 min
  • Build a positive relationship with your autistic child - Part 1

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    This episode is the first in a 3 part series with principles and practical steps to nurture a positive relationship with your autistic child. This the same philosophy and guidelines that transformed my own practice and resulted in consistently successful therapeutic relationships with all the neurodivergent children in my care. As a parent, you need only master one - the one with your baby. The first step is to get clarity on what's most important to you by listing out your preferred values. Listen to this episode if you want to refer my list to guide your own reflection. 

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    18 min

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