Adulting with Autism

• Personal Mastery for ND High Achievers: Jerry Henderson on Burnout, Trauma Healing & Sustainable Success | Adulting with Autism

  Chasing external success but hitting ND burnout walls? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April explores personal mastery for neurodivergent high achievers with Jerry Henderson, creator of The Personal Mastery Framework™, author/speaker/coach/Personal Mastery Podcast host. Trained at Harvard in human behavior/neuroanatomy/resilience/habits (MBA Global Business, Master's Psychology in progress), Jerry helps trauma survivors (like his own childhood/burnout/imposter journey) blend IFS/NLP/positive psych for emotional resilience, limiting belief rewiring, and whole life success—beyond grind to clarity/peace. Key insights: Mindset pillar: Reframe fixed to growth (stress mindset, CBT for shame-driven achieving). NLP for beliefs: Anchor positive states, disrupt emotional loops (e.g., "happy button" for anxiety/perfectionism). Whole life vs. high performance: Holistic (relationships/sleep/nervous system) for thriving, not survival. Trauma-informed: IFS parts work (protectors/exiles), curiosity over judgment for resilience (ACEs impact). Habit formation: Start small/stack (atomic habits), align with self-worth to avoid sabotage. Clarity/peace: Intrinsic motivation, self-acceptance—external wins without void-filling. Authentic connection: Vulnerability in safe relationships (one fully disclosing starts it). Burnout fix: Honest self-reflection, ask help; job hopping ignores root causes (toxic patterns follow). For autistic/ADHD high performers in imposter/shame cycles, Jerry's framework (post-$1B philanthropy) sustains growth. Free call/resource at jerryhenderson.org. Subscribe for ND personal mastery tips! Rate/review on Podbean/Apple/Spotify. Instagram: @jerryahenderson. Linktree (Podbean/shop/socials). Holiday merch sale: 30% off tees/hoodies with code BLACK25 at adultingwithautism.shop—master your gear! #PersonalMasteryND #HighAchieverBurnout #TraumaHealingAutism #LimitingBeliefsADHD #EmotionalResilienceNeurodivergent #HabitFormationImposter #AdultingWithAutism #SustainableSuccessND #PodMatch #AuDHD #Autism #ADHD #Podcasts #BTSARMY #BTS Neurodivergent #MentalHealth #OT #OTTips   Episode: Personal Mastery for ND High Achievers with Jerry Henderson [00:00] Intro: ND Burnout in the Achievement Chase [00:30] Jerry's Story: Trauma to Personal Mastery Framework™ [02:00] Pillar 1: Mindset Reframing (Growth vs. Fixed, Stress Views) [05:00] NLP for Limiting Beliefs: Anchoring & Emotional Loops [08:00] Whole Life Success vs. High Performance Grind [11:00] Trauma-Informed: IFS for Anxiety/Perfectionism (Parts Work) [14:00] Emotional Mastery/Resilience: ACEs, Thriving vs. Survival [17:00] Habit Formation: Small Stacks, Self-Worth Alignment [20:00] Clarity/Peace: Intrinsic Motivation, Self-Acceptance [23:00] Core Beliefs: Symptoms to Roots, New Experiences [26:00] Authentic Connection: Vulnerability in Safe Relationships [29:00] Burnout Step: Honest Reflection, Ask Help (Job Hopping Trap) [32:00] Outro: Resources & CTAs Resources: Personal Mastery Framework™: jerryhenderson.org (coaching/podcast/book on self-love) Instagram: @jerryahenderson Linktree(Podbean/shop/socials) Subscribe on Podbean/YouTube for ND mastery! Share your limiting belief win in comments. #NDHighAchievers #AutismPersonalMastery #ADHDRelilience #TraumaCoachingND #ImposterSyndromeHabits

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• Late Diagnosed Autism in Adults: Wendela Whitcomb Marsh on Masking, Workplace Wins & Self-Acceptance | Adulting with Autism

  Exhausted from late diagnosed autism masking as an adult? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April chats with Wendela Whitcomb Marsh (Dr. Wendy), award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and US Autism Association board member, on neurodivergent self-acceptance, workplace accommodations, and advocacy for high-masking autistic adults—especially women/girls/trans/ND folks. After 40 years in special ed/psychology, Dr. Wendy founded (and sold) Adult Autism Assessment & Services, drawing from her autistic family (late husband + 2/3 adult kids). Her Adulting While Autistic series (Independent Living, Dating, Relating, Parenting, Working While Autistic) and SWAN Church (Scripture & Worship for All Neurotypes) empower underserved voices. Key insights: Adult vs. child autism: Masking hides symptoms (e.g., routines for eye contact/socializing); exhaustion from "faking normal." Late-dx challenges: Women/trans/non-binary often missed (3-6x overlap with autism); bullying/shame leads to self-doubt. Workplace/family support: Frame needs as productivity wins (e.g., noise-canceling headphones/WFH); believe autistic voices—no "faking." Clinician tips: Read autistic authors, seek ND-affirming pros; self-ID valid if no paper needed (for disability/accommodations). Advocacy ahead: Boa constrictor squeeze (hard times)—stay safe, speak out; churches need inclusivity (SWAN as model). For autistic young adults unmasking or parents advocating, Dr. Wendy's optimism shines: "Nothing wrong with you—world's not built for you." Free library access to her books; inquire for Book Club readings. Subscribe for ND adulting advocacy! Rate/review on Podbean/Apple/Spotify. Books at Amazon/Barnes & Noble/Powell's/indies; SWAN Church: swanchurch.org. Linktree: adultingwithautism.linktr.ee (Podbean/shop/socials). Holiday merch sale: 30% off tees/hoodies with code BLACK25 at adultingwithautism.shop—fierce ND gear! #LateDiagnosedAutism #AutismMaskingAdults #NeurodivergentWorkplace #AutismWomenTrans #AdultingWhileAutistic #SWANChurchND #AutismSelfAcceptance #AuDHD #OT #MentalHealth #BTS #BTSNeurodivergent #Neurodiversity #ADHD #PodMatch #Podcasts   Episode: Late Diagnosed Autism in Adults with Wendela Whitcomb Marsh [00:00] Intro: Masking Exhaustion in Late-Dx ND Adults [00:30] Dr. Wendy's Story: 40-Year Career to Adult Autism Advocacy [02:00] Missed Symptoms: Adult vs. Child Autism (Masking Routines/Sensory) [05:00] Late-Dx Challenges: Women/Trans/Non-Binary Overlap (3-6x Higher) [08:00] Masking Effects: "Faking Normal" & Unmasking Safety [11:00] Family Support: Listen/Believe—Accommodations for All [14:00] Workplace Wins: Frame Needs as Productivity (Headphones/WFH) [17:00] Clinician Tips: ND-Affirming Pros, Read Autistic Authors [20:00] Lived Experience: Autistic Family Shapes Her Books/Advocacy [23:00] Church Inclusivity: SWAN Church Model for ND/LGBTQIA+ [26:00] Future Advocacy: Boa Constrictor Squeeze—Stay Safe/Speak Out [29:00] Testing Advice: Self-ID Valid; Sliding Scales for Assessments [32:00] Outro: Books/Resources & CTAs Resources: Books: Adulting While Autistic series/Recognizing Autism in Women and Girls (Amazon/Barnes & Noble/Powell's/indies/libraries) SWAN Church: swanchurch.org (online ND-affirming worship) Contact: [email protected] (Book Clubs/speaking) Linktree(Podbean/shop/socials) Subscribe on Podbean/YouTube for ND advocacy! Share your masking story in comments. #AutismAdults #LateDxMasking #NDWorkplace #AutismWomen #SWANChurch

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• Modern Masculinity for ND Men: Josh Fineman on Overcoming Isolation, Purpose & Vulnerability in Men's Circles | Adulting with Autism

  Feeling isolated as a neurodivergent man? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April talks modern masculinity for ND men with Josh Fineman, founder of Mensch—a North London community helping guys unplug from pressure and reconnect via men's circles, nature challenges, and 1:1 coaching. For autistic/ADHD young fathers (35-40s sweet spot), Josh addresses loneliness, purpose voids, and disconnection from self—blending ancient wisdom/modern tools for emotional courage and growth. Key insights: Core pressures: Ticking boxes (career/family) while losing self—loneliness from no village support. Men's circles magic: Safety (confidentiality/no fixing) + challenge (calling forward) for shared growth. Nature therapy anxiety: Grounding (feet on grass/breath), tree "waving" for ND calm. Unlocking purpose: Non-linear—trust instincts, small steps (follow curiosity, no one-fix pressure). Vulnerability wins: Brotherhood normalizes it; emerge via community, not solo. If you're an ND man battling isolation, burnout, or "proving" yourself (like Josh's zigzags to mentorship), this ep inspires action. Free call at bemoremensch.com—build your tribe! Subscribe for ND adulting/men's health tips! Rate/review on Podbean/Apple/Spotify. Follow Josh: bemoremensch.com | LinkedIn Joshua Fineman. #ModernMasculinityND #MensCirclesNeurodivergent #ADHDIsolationMen #PurposeYoungFathers #VulnerabilityAutismMen #AdultingWithAutism #NatureTherapyAnxiety   Episode: Modern Masculinity for ND Men with Josh Fineman [00:00] Intro: ND Men's Isolation & Mensch Mission [00:30] Josh's Story: Career Zigzags to Men's Circles Founder [02:00] Pressures: Loneliness, Purpose Void, Self-Disconnection in 35-40s Fathers [05:00] Men's Circles: Safety + Challenge for Growth (No Fixing/Confidentiality) [08:00] Nature Rituals: Grounding Anxiety (Grass Feet/Tree Waving/Breath) [11:00] Unlocking Purpose: Non-Linear Instincts, Small Steps, Curiosity [14:00] Vulnerability Brotherhood: Normalize It Via Community (No Solo) [17:00] Outro: Takeaways & Call to Action Resources: Mensch: bemoremensch.com (circles/retreats/coaching—free 30-min call) LinkedIn: Joshua Fineman Contact: Via site form Subscribe on Podbean/YouTube for ND men's health! Share your isolation win in comments. #NDMensGroups #AutismMasculinity #ADHDVulnerability #MensPurpose #PodMatch #Podcasts #BTS #BTSNeurodivergent #Autism #AuDHD #OT #MentalHealth

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• Sufism for Neurodivergent Healing: Salima Adelstein on Self-Acceptance, Overcoming Shame & Inner Peace for Autism/ADHD Adults | Adulting with Autism

  Searching for Sufism for neurodivergent healing, spiritual growth autism ADHD, or inner peace ND adults? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, host April explores Sufi principles with Salima Adelstein, Co-President/Academic Dean at University of Sufism, Sufi Mystic/Master Healer, and founder of Farm of Peace retreat center. With 25+ years guiding students, Salima shares her journey from meditation to Sufism's heart-centered path—shattering barriers like shame, ego voices, and negative external whispers for authentic self-acceptance. Discover: Sufi "treasure hunt" for ND strengths: Embracing uniqueness as divine gifts (mirror exercise: "When God created me, He created beauty"). Discernment: Tuning into inner guidance (divine/ego/negative voices) vs. modern psychology/physical health noise. Overcoming shame/trauma: Heart barriers dissolve for joy, compassion, and purpose—integrating Sufi remembrance with daily calm. Spiritual journey start: Community/teachers essential; no solo climbs—find your GPS for healthier lives (e.g., food sensitivities, toxic people fade). Her book: A Drop in the Ocean of Love—core message: Embody your essence, overflow love to transform the world. Ideal for autistic/ADHD young adults feeling "different" or stuck—Salima's tools nurture resilience, wisdom, and belonging. Free gift: "Five C's of Inner Truth" at sufiuniversity.org. Subscribe to Adulting with Autism for ND spiritual hacks! Rate/review on Podbean/Apple/Spotify. Connect: sufiuniversity.org | 800-238-3060 | Book on Amazon. #SufismNeurodivergent #SpiritualGrowthAutism #ADHDInnerPeace #SufiHealingShame #SelfAcceptanceND #AdultingWithAutism #OvercomingTraumaSufism   Episode: Sufism for Neurodivergent Healing with Salima Adelstein [00:00] Intro: ND Spiritual Quest & Sufism's Heart Path [00:30] Salima's Journey: From Meditation to Sufi Aha Hug [03:00] Sufism for Self-Acceptance: Overcoming Shame/Barriers in ND Brains [06:00] ND Strengths: Treasure Hunt for Unique Divine Gifts [09:00] Integrating Sufi Teachings: Ancient Wisdom + Modern Psychology/Health [12:00] Discernment: Inner Guidance vs. Ego/Negative Voices (Mirror Exercise) [15:00] Daily Practices: Remembrance for Calm Amid Chaos [18:00] Starting Your Journey: Community/Teachers, Not Solo [21:00] Book Insight: A Drop in the Ocean of Love—Embody Essence, Overflow Love [24:00] Outro: Free "Five C's" Gift & Takeaways Resources: University of Sufism: sufiuniversity.org (programs/free teachings) Book: A Drop in the Ocean of Love on Amazon Contact: 800-238-3060 | [email protected] Free Gift: "Five C's of Inner Truth" video/workbook at sufiuniversity.org Subscribe on Podbean/YouTube for ND spirituality! Share your "aha" in comments. #SufiND #AutismSpiritualGrowth #ADHDHealing #InnerGuidanceSufism #BTS #BTS Neurodivergent #PodMatch #Podcasts #OT #MentalHealth #AuDHD

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• Autistic Remote Work: Flow States & Productivity | Steven Puri

  Autistic remote work struggles? Steven Puri (20+ years leading teams at DreamWorks/20th Century Fox, 3x tech CEO, The Sukha founder w/ 34K community) shares Hollywood/tech secrets: Flow states (Csikszentmihalyi-inspired: Lose time, high-quality work, feel energized), music (60-90 BPM non-vocals for entry), distraction blocks (phone/sites as dopamine traps), boundaries (set upfront to avoid burnout), and failure as growth (learn from flops, not dwell). For ND young adults grinding focus/anxiety, parents/OTs fostering habits, or allies building hybrid teams, this ramble's your toolkit—ADHD inattentive insights, Pomodoro tweaks, no fluorescent drudgery. From engineer roots (IBM parents) to Sukha app (free week trial at thesukha.co), it's healthy high-performance without the grind. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro: Steven's Hollywood-to-Tech Journey 1:04 - From Film Exec to Productivity Expert 3:26 - Flow States: What They Feel Like 5:59 - Music & Distraction Hacks (60-90 BPM) 9:19 - Boundaries for Work-Life Balance 11:25 - Failure as Teaching Moments 14:02 - Remote vs. Office: Fear & Mission 16:38 - Hiring ND Talent: Skills + Vibe 18:47 - App Trial & Community (The Sukha) 20:35 - Why Now: Post-COVID Productivity 22:12 - Outro: Do Great Things Sub on Acast (rate/review to grow the squad!), share w/ a remote warrior—tag 'em! Holiday squad alert: 30% off pod merch w/ code BLACK25 at Linktree in notes—'Dynamite' tees for flow bosses. Try The Sukha free week at thesukha.co. Keep fierce, keep focused, keep adulting with autism! #AutisticRemoteWork #NeurodivergentFlow #AdultingWithAutism #KeepFierce #NDProductivity #BTSARMY #AcastPodcasts #PodMatch ND remote work fog? Steven Puri unpacks 20+ years leading teams (DreamWorks EVP, Fox VP, 3x CEO): Flow states (Csikszentmihalyi: Lose time, undistracted, meaningful output, energized end), music entry (60-90 BPM non-vocals/rainscapes for ADHD inattentive), distraction war (phone/sites as Zuckerberg's "life-steal"—block for deep work), boundaries upfront (e.g., childcare schedule to avoid tripwires), failure learning (notes to self post-flop: "Listen more"), remote fears (mission/values align teams, not micromanagement), hiring ND (skills vet + hike vibe-check, low-stakes trials). From IBM engineer roots to The Sukha (34K community/app for focus: Free week at thesukha.co). For late-dx adults battling anxiety/burnout, parents/OTs for habits, or leaders for hybrid ROI, Steven's "elicit greatness" flips grind to glow—no shallow tasks, just capable flow. Links: Full Episode: Acast (sub now!) The Sukha: thesukha.co (free trial) Steven: www.thesukha.co/media.Steven Puri Merch: Linktree in notes (BLACK25 for 30% off holiday!) Your subs/ratings/shares amplify the squad—tag a flow-seeker! #AutisticFocus #NeurodivergentBoundaries #RemoteWorkND #PodcastProductivity #MentalHealthFlow #UnmaskedHighPerformance #ADHDDeepWork #TheSukha #ResilienceRemote #EmpathySquad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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