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.
Playlists
YouTube - Watch the show!
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.
Are you interested in being a guest? 🎙️
Watch the podcast on Youtube 📺
Connect with us on Instagram 📷
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.
Would you like to be a guest?
YouTube - Watch the show!
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.
Jump Ahead
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
📺 Check out the YouTube Channel
🗞️ Join my newsletter
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.
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.
https://www.instagram.com/sagenworks
Jump Ahead in the Conversation
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.
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
Ben's favorite product
https://us.loopearplugs.com/pages/gifts-for-autism
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.
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.
Connect with us across the web
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:
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:
This episode is for you if:
Listen now and subscribe to Hacking Neurodivergence for more tips on thriving as a neurodivergent person!
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.
Quarantine, sensory overload, and the loss of routine hit differently for neurodivergent folks. I share personal insights and practical tips for weathering the storm.
Check us out on YouTube
What happens when two autistic colleagues collaborate? We explore how neurodivergence has become our secret weapon in communication, creativity, and productivity.
A behind-the-scenes look at what I’ve learned, loved, and let go of in Season 1 of Hacking Neurodivergence. Think of it as a highlight reel and roadmap for what’s next.
Whether you’re neurodivergent or neurotypical, these 3 communication and connection strategies can help your relationship survive—and thrive—when autism is in the mix.
Entrepreneurship isn’t one-size-fits-all. These 3 actionable strategies can help autistic founders thrive—without burning out or masking their way through leadership.
Check us out on YouTube
What happens when physical intimacy and sensory sensitivities collide? In this vulnerable conversation, we unpack how we navigate love, marriage, and neurodivergence.
Tyler and I talk about marriage to a woman with Aspergers, and how to navigate active and passive touch when your husband’s love language is touch. It’s a funny and intimate look at how we do married life doing our best to hack life with Autism.
I met Maisie through Instagram and we became fast friends as we realized that we had similar goals when it came to finding gainful employment for people on the Autism spectrum. In this conversation, we talk about her professional coaching work with parents of kids on the spectrum, her son who has spectrum tendencies, and lastly we talk about her amazing Autism Career Pathways job pilot to bridge the gap between small business and those on the spectrum looking for employment. Hear how she’s helping families and workplaces become more inclusive.
YouTube creator Daniel Jones joins to talk about late diagnosis, online advocacy, and building one of the largest autism communities in the world. This is a masterclass in storytelling and impact.
Dan's YouTube channel
Tired of the deficit narrative? So am I. In this episode, I explore how to reframe autism as a strength, not a setback—and what that looks like in real life. What if you could turn your diagnosis on its head to see your Autism as an advantage no matter where you are on the spectrum of neurodivergence, whether it be dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, AUDHD, Aspergers, ASD etc.?
What does it mean to find out you’re autistic after you’ve built an entire adult life? I reflect on navigating relationships, routines, and identity after a late diagnosis. Ashley and I sit down for the second part of our conversation to discuss what it means to adult with Asperger's and getting diagnosed later in life.
