Oct 09 2024 55 mins
In this episode, Bridgett sits down with Pasha Marlowe (she/they), a mental health professional with over 30 years of experience and a leading advocate for neuroinclusion and accessibility. Pasha shares their insights on the neurodiversity paradigm, shedding light on the misconceptions and biases surrounding neurodivergence. They dive deep into the significance of destigmatizing and depathologizing neurodivergent identities, highlighting the challenges individuals face due to late diagnoses, particularly in adulthood and menopause. Through their lived experiences as a therapist and coach, Pasha explains how neurodivergence intersects with mental health, disability, and LGBTQIA+ identities, urging listeners to embrace the unmasking of their true selves.
Bridgett and Pasha also explore the vital importance of representation and awareness in dismantling societal norms that marginalize neurodivergent individuals. They discuss the empowering journey of self-compassion and self-care, especially when navigating life as a neurodivergent person in a world often designed for neurotypicality. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on creating inclusive spaces, understanding hidden disabilities, and the power of empathy in fostering a more accessible and accepting society.
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