Non Linear Learning

Jan 29 2025 99 ep. 28 mins 13

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[Used to be called Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids] A podcast that explores Learning and Brain Health from the inside out in children with disabilities such as Autism and Down Syndrome. Follow to learn how to optimize your child's learning by finding: -Learning Strategies -Communication that works -Nutrition specific to Brain Health -Gut Health, and more

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169 Restoring Brain Function with Dr. David Stephens

Jan 29 2025 21 mins

I learned about the fascinating link between brain function and glucose from Dr. David Stephens, founder of Humanity Restored. With expertise in neuropsychology, neuroscience, and mental health, Dr. Stephens sheds light on how trauma impacts cognition and how glucose therapy might aid recovery. Key Takeaways: Trauma significantly affects learning and cognitive function. Gluc

[168] Tiger Moms Chat: 3 Things that Worked for my kid [Searmi and Vaish]

Jan 21 2025 29 mins

Searmi Park [Concertmaster at the Eugene Symphony] and I [Vaish Sarathy] are both mothers to non-speaking Autistic young men. This is the the very first of many casual conversations on All Topics Disability [unfiltered]. Searmi and I talk about the TOP 3 Interventions that worked for our kids - and it turns out we have a similar list!

167 Neuroplasticity and Learning with Spencer Doman

Jan 14 2025 35 mins

I learned about the revolutionary concept of what I call now “unconditional teaching” from Glen Doman’s book “Teach your baby to Read”. And today I am with his grandson - Spencer Doman, the current director of Doman International. We discuss neuroplasticity, the role of challenge and newness in learning and immense necessity of presuming competence in children with di

166 Reframing Education: A New Year Perspective

Jan 07 2025 5 mins

A change in perspective is crucial for effective learning. What if 2025 is finally the year where we shift our perspective toward our students, our kids, our learners? I introduce my brand-new 3-step framework for addressing learning challenges in neurodivergent students in this episode. Once you have a different way of looking at things you can apply it to Math, Pick

165 [ENCORE] Herbal Medicine for Chronic Health Issues in Kids with Dr Mary Bove

Dec 17 2024 38 mins

Guest: Dr. Mary Bove, Herbal Medicine Expert Host: Vaish Sarathy, Math and Science Teacher, Learning Strategist This December, as I immerse myself in the Art of Living Ashram in Boone, North Carolina, training to become a breathing and meditation teacher, I’m bringing you one of our most-loved episodes to revisit! In this encore, we explore how natural, plant-sourced herbal alte

164 Nurturing Neuroplasticity: Movement, Learning, and Growth with Kathy Sheen-Jones

Dec 10 2024 29 mins

Kathy Shean-Jones, movement specialist, specializes in helping children with neurological and physical challenges unlock their potential through the brain’s incredible ability to form new neural pathways. We dive deep into how movement can transform the way children learn and interact with the world around them. Kathy shares her insights on how movement isn’t just physical—

163 Finding Flow: Emotional Regulation & Self-Awareness with Dr. Brent Hogarth

Nov 28 2024 35 mins

In this episode of Nonlinear Learning, I talk to Dr. Brent Hogarth, who shares his extraordinary journey from a tumultuous youth to discovering emotional regulation and self-awareness through his time living in a Buddhist monastery. Dr. Brent delves deep into the concept of the flow state—a state of consciousness where we are fully immersed, intrinsically motivated, and performi

162 What to do when you are stuck or burnt out

Nov 21 2024 9 mins

Let's talk about the complexities of finding happiness as parents of children with disabilities. - Find roadmaps or embrace the present? - When are Roadmaps important? - What are the 6 important check points before delving into Radical Acceptance?

161 Empowering Connections: Navigating Letter Boards, Presence, and Co-Regulation with Changemaker Dawnmarie Gaivin

Nov 13 2024 50 mins

In this episode, I talk to Dawnmarie Gaivin, a powerhouse in the world of spelled communication, about her journey raising two remarkable sons with autism and their path to becoming skilled communicators. Dawnmarie, or DM as many know her, opens up about her journey in parenting—and ultimately advocating for—her sons. DM talks about presuming competence, we dive into her work

160 Your child’s intelligence is not what you have been told - with Elizabeth Vosseler [ENCORE]

Oct 30 2024 25 mins

Guest: Elizabeth Vosseller, Founder of Growing Kids Therapy Center and I-ASC Host: Vaish Sarathy, Math and Science Teacher, Learning Strategist This episode challenges the assumption that low cognitive skills in children with disabilities are due to a lack of intelligence. Instead, the conversation focuses on how motor skill limitations can significantly impact a child's abilit