The Gifted Neurodivergent Child Podcast

Traditional education systems suppress the natural gifts of twice-exceptional (2e) children - their holistic intelligence, pattern recognition, and heightened sensitivity. As we enter the AI era, these very qualities are becoming more crucial than ever. The system continues pushing outdated methods like memorization, even as AI makes such skills obsolete. As parents, who both understand these challenges firsthand, we are creating micro schools focused on nurturing rather than suppressing their children's natural abilities. These schools will be project based and will embrace AI as a tool while preserving students' natural cognitive flexibility and holistic intelligence.  We are inviting other parents who sense something is wrong with traditional education to join us in protecting and cultivating our children's innate gifts. The core message is clear: We must stop breaking sensitive, gifted children to fit an outdated system. Instead, we need to create environments where their natural intelligence - both cognitive and somatic - can flourish. Our children's future depends on maintaining their wholeness, not fragmenting it.  Interesting in our 2e Micro Schools?  Find out more by emailing us at info@giftednd.com and will start including you on our monthly planning meetings. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2263989/support] GiftedND.com copyright @2024

This episode of the Gifted Neurodivergent Child Podcast introduces the concept of infracognition, a form of cognition that involves understanding and using emotions alongside traditional thought processes. It is contrasted with metacognition, or thinking about thinking. Infracognition is oppressed in our current educational systems, which favor linear, factual learning. But that infracognition is more suitable for our change we face in the near future. Infracognition will provide the skills we need to work best with AI.  This podcast illustrates how our systems are failing all students using a comparison between two types of students, Emily and Alex. Highlighting how what we value is the wrong type of intelligence. Infracognition is the intelligence our children need to prepare them for the future. Not just neurodivergent children but all children. Lillian emphasizes the need for an educational paradigm shift to adapt to rapid societal changes and the role of infracognition in fostering true understanding and mental health. She concludes with a call for educational reforms that respect and utilize both metacognitive and infracognitive abilities. To access supplemental information covered in this podcast please visit the Gifted ND Website at: https://www.giftednd.com/post/the-educational-system-and-twice-exceptional-2e-learners-a-comparative-analysis-of-infracognition-1 or https://www.giftednd.com/blog/categories/research-papers Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2263989/support] GiftedND.com copyright @2024

In this episode of the Gifted Neurodivergent Child Podcast, I delve into the significance of sensitivity and its impact on giftedness and neurodivergence. Through personal anecdotes and thought-provoking insights, I cover how sensitivity in both body and mind shapes abilities and challenges societal norms.  Highlighting the story of a young girl at a performance and the exceptional teaching of patient teachers, I emphasizes the importance of recognizing and nurturing unique gifts within children. I also shares her vision for creating learning environments that cultivate holistic intelligence and urges listeners to embrace and understand the sensitivities of themselves and their children for a more enlightened future. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:19 A Story of Sensitivity and Genius 01:17 Understanding Sensitivity and Giftedness 03:29 The Role of Teachers in Nurturing Giftedness 05:38 Celebrating Somatically Gifted Teachers 08:27 The Importance of Somatic Intelligence 12:16 Challenges Faced by Gifted Individuals 21:53 Reforming Education for Neurodivergent Children 25:19 Conclusion and Call to Action 25:23 Disclaimer and Legal Information  GiftedND.com copyright @2024  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2263989/support] GiftedND.com copyright @2024

In this episode I encourage parents to think about their child's neurodivergence in a different way. That perhaps what is broken is everything but their child. I ask them to recognize that we live in a culture set up to work against recognizing and nurturing the innate abilities of neurodivergent children. I discuss the detrimental effects of traditional education systems on neurodivergent kids and stress the importance of integrating cognitive and somatic intelligence. I share my personal journey of rediscovering a natural way of being, challenged by societal pressures to conform. I emphasize the unique strengths of neurodivergent children, particularly those who are twice exceptional, and the need for parents to support their natural talents. I criticize the institutional approach to education that separates emotion and intellect, advocating for a more holistic understanding of intelligence. The episode calls on parents to protect and nurture their child's compassionate empathy and creative potential, offering hope for a future where neurodivergent individuals are valued for their contributions. 00:00 Welcome to the Gift of Neurodivergent Podcast 00:18 Embracing Neurodiversity: Understanding Your Child's World 00:47 The Unique Cognitive and Somatic Intelligence of Neurodivergent Minds 01:31 Navigating the World with Compassionate Empathy 02:37 The Struggle Against Systemic Suppression of Neurodivergence 04:16 The Importance of Nurturing Twice Exceptional Children 04:37 Redefining Success: The Power of Somatic Intelligence 06:40 Breaking Free from Conventional Education Systems 13:34 Cultivating Genius in a Multidimensional World 14:19 A Call to Action: Empowering Neurodivergent Children 18:47 Closing Thoughts and Disclaimer Gifted ND copyright @2024  GiftedND.com  info@giftednd.com Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2263989/support] GiftedND.com copyright @2024

In this episode of the Gifted Neurodivergent Child Podcast, I dive into the swirling world of identity—gender identity, to be precise—mixing it up with neurodivergence.  I’ll take you through a rather lame roller coaster ride understanding how my gender fluidity is cognitive rather than physical. How society’s rigid expectations messes with our self-image, and the everyday puzzles that come with a neurodivergent mind.  I spotlight the often overlooked smarts of the body—yes, your body knows things!—and give a thumbs down to how schools and society try to put a lid on our natural quirks.  I champion a world where the oddballs get to write their own rules, pushing the magic of empathy and the strength found in real, deep connections.  I share a slice of my personal life, showcasing my marriage as a prime example of finding that one person who gets you, no assembly required.  So, buckle up for a call to healthy. Let’s break free from boxes and build a haven for the neurodivergent and their loved ones. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Identity Exploration 00:03 Navigating Gender Identity and Societal Expectations 00:16 Personal Journey Through Gender and Identity 01:20 Challenging Traditional Views on Gender and Sexuality 01:55 Embracing Neurodivergence and Cognitive Diversity 07:52 The Power of Deep Emotional Connections 10:52 Redefining Success and Building Community 17:53 Empowering the Next Generation of Outliers 22:11 Conclusion and Invitation for Engagement Www.giftednd.com info@giftednd.com  GiftedND.com copyright @2024  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2263989/support] GiftedND.com copyright @2024