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EPISODE · Dec 18, 2025 · 8 MIN

Don’t Run: The Real Story Behind ND/NT Heartbreak

from NeuroDivergent Relationships Podcast with Kathy Marshack, Ph.D. · host Kathy Marshack, Ph.D.

When someone says, "If you're thinking of dating an 'Aspie,' run," it isn’t just a warning, it’s a cry of heartbreak and moral injury.   In this episode, Dr. Marshack dives deep into the "Run!" reflex that dominates so many NeuroDivergent conversations. She explores the "operating system collisions" that leave the NeuroTypical partner feeling emotionally abandoned and the NeuroDiverse partner feeling shamed for how their brain processes the world.    You'll learn about "Empathy Triad Blindness," the reality of moral injury on both sides, and why running is often a survival reflex rather than a strategy. Discover how Radiant Empathy allows you to stop abandoning yourself, whether you choose to stay, leave, or rebuild.    This isn't about blaming; it's about finding your "True North" so you can stop running and start choosing.   ————————————————————    If you are looking for more resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, start with Unlocking NeuroDivergent Relationships, a Comprehensive Resource Preview.   The Discussion Continues: Join the confidential Podcast After Party for this episode! Check the schedule at Thinkific and the Meetup group.   Future of Healing: Dr. Kathy is developing two innovative video games: Radiant Empathy: A Journey of Heartbreak and Healing and The University of NeuroDiversity: Radiant Empathy Campus.  ➡️ Find more resources at https://asd-ntrelationships.com/

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