The Divergence Department

8: I came, I saw, I needed a break

54 min · 17 de mar de 2026
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In this episode, Luisa and Kerri unpack the reality of navigating parties, networking and connection as neurodivergent people. From surprise plans to post-COVID shifts and the pressure to “show up” a certain way. We explore creative, low-pressure ways to gather (yes, including PowerPoint and pizza parties), how to make networking actually human, and why shared purpose matters more than small talk. If you’ve ever left a social event feeling drained or out of place then you're among friends.

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