#55 Revolutionary AF

I'm sitting down with autism advocate Jenny Loughran to discuss moving beyond a pathology model of understanding autism. Jenny shares her journey of late diagnosis and how advocating for her son led to a deeper understanding of herself. We discuss the importance of neurodiversity-affirming language and creating spaces where neurodivergent people can truly be themselves. Episode Highlights  The difference between pathology and neurodiversity models of understanding autism How late diagnosis can lead to "neurodivergent awakenings" in parents and themselves Choosing empowering language that validates neurodivergent experiences Creating communities and systems that embrace neurodiversity instead of suppressing differences RESOURCES Join Emma's VIP ELITE experience here: https://www.hoperisingcoaching.com/offers/k7AXMNPG Join Emma's Be The Lighthouse membership here: https://www.hoperisingcoaching.com/bethelighthouse  Get Emma's NEW Visualisation audio download at https://www.hoperisingcoaching.com/northstarvisualisation  Join Emma for our upcoming webinar on October 22: https://www.hoperisingcoaching.com/ditchthewinewitch  Emma's Awareness worksheets for people wanting to prepare prior to taking a break from drinking or reduce their drinking by being more mindful about what and why they drink https://www.hoperisingcoaching.com/awareness-worksheets-opt-in Emma's 5 Day Alcohol Reset for people looking to take a quick reset https://www.hoperisingcoaching.com/fivedayreset Join The Self-Paced Great Aussie Alcohol Experiment at https://www.hoperisingcoaching.com/aae Learn more about Emma Gilmour at: www.hoperisingcoaching.comFollow Emma Gilmour on insta @hoperisingcoachingFollow Jenny Loughran on insta https://www.instagram.com/jennyloughran4/ Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/midlife-af-podcast/id1649673705