Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors)

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Summary

In this episode, I have a powerful conversation with Reverend Nicholas Young about the intersections of faith, mental health, and the unique challenges faced by gifted and otherwise neurodivergent people. We touch on the importance of community, the role of grief in both ministry and therapy, and how to continue to center love and connection in a world filled with so many challenges. We also talk about the importance of working with Black boys to give them the things we wish we had as children. This is an important discussion for our community. Please connect with Nick and let me know what you think about this conversation!

Key Points:

• The intersection of faith and mental health is crucial for holistic healing.
• Grief work is a significant part of both ministry and therapy.
• Community plays a vital role in combating loneliness, especially for gifted individuals.
• Creating safe spaces for Black boys is essential for their emotional well-being.
• Love and connection are fundamental to overcoming life's challenges.
• Gifted individuals may feel isolated and misunderstood in traditional settings.
• It's important to honor each person's unique experiences and needs.
• Therapists and ministers should work together to provide comprehensive support.

Connect with Rev. Nicholas Young on socials at @nickyoungslife

Helpful Links:

• Hire me to speak or buy some merch!
• Free GroupMe Community for Talented and Gifted adults
• Community for Black Gifted Adults - Our Wild Minds
• Umbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy
• ND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people
• Submit your Questions or Misunderstood Insights

Intro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "It Couldn't Be" from the album Nevermore

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Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors)

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Summary

In this episode, I explore the concept of being a mirror in relationships and how we can learn emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and personal growth. I delve into how our interactions with others can serve as mirrors, revealing lessons about ourselves. I discuss leveraging boundaries, the role of triggers in emotional responses, and the necessity of compassion for oneself and others. We talk a little James Baldwin and Rumi. This episode is about how we take more control of how we feel about our lives, spend less time bound by what happens around us and, ultimately, create amazing relationships that have more compassion, joy and safety.

Key Points:

• Why being a mirror is critical to our best relationships
• Love involves magnifying each other's strengths and light
• How triggers reveal unresolved feelings from our past and a meaningful path forward
• Using self-reflection as a powerful tool for personal growth
• Why boundaries are essential for protecting our emotional well-being
• Why validating our emotions as valid can serve as a guide for self-discovery
• Increasing our awareness of times when people are projecting their insecurities onto us
• How investigating our own perceptions can lead to healthier relationships

Helpful Links:

• Hire me to speak or buy some merch!
• Community for Black Gifted Adults - Our Wild Minds - Use code "Sheldon"
• Umbrella ND - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy
• ND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people
• Submit your Questions or Misunderstood Insights

Intro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "It Couldn't Be" from the album Nevermore

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Transcript (provided by Riverside - forgive any errors)

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Summary

In this episode, I discuss the recent proposal by RFK Jr. to create a database of autistic individuals, expressing deep concern over the implications of such a move. He emphasizes the importance of community, advocacy, and understanding the complexities surrounding autism and neurodivergence. Sheldon calls for collective action against systemic oppression and misinformation, urging listeners to remain vocal and supportive of marginalized communities.

Key Points:

• The proposal to create a national database tracking autistic people is extremely problematic
• I acknowledge my privilege in choosing a neurodivergent label with less stigma
• The increase in autism diagnoses is due to better awareness, not an epidemic.
• This should be yet another reason we start taking data-privacy more seriously
• The narrative around autism needs to be more inclusive and expansive

Helpful Links:

• What You Need to Know About the New Autism Data Registry
• 2019 Study on ADHD Rates by Race/Ethnic Group
• Background of Lebensborn
• Hire me to speak or buy some merch!
• Community for Black Gifted Adults - Our Wild Minds - Use code "Sheldon"
• Umbrella US - Non-profit focused on neurodivergent advocacy
• ND Connect - Online community for neurodivergent people
• Submit your Questions or Misunderstood Insights

Intro and Outro music provided by byrdversion1 - "It Couldn't Be" from the album Nevermore

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.