Rebuilding confidence, A new connection? & A games day | NeuroDADverse Ep. 36

In Episode 36 of The NeuroDADverse, Ben and Dan reflect on a week full of quiet but powerful wins, where confidence is rebuilding, teens are choosing connection, and safe spaces are doing their job.This week includes:Confidence growing in school and sportNervousness about tests turning into positive surprisesRepairing self-belief after academic doubtTeens asking to watch films and game togetherCouch co-op gaming as connection (Resident Evil, It Takes Two, Split Fiction)SEND gym inclusion and the power of adaptive spacesSafe environments where kids don’t have to explain themselvesFootball confidence and school enjoymentWhy mood matters more than metricsHalf-term flexibility and leaving space for spontaneityChoosing optimism without forcing itAs always, we want to remind you:You’re doing great.You are enough.And you’re definitely not alone.🎙️ NeuroDADverse PodcastReal conversations about raising neurodivergent children in a neurotypical world.Hosted by two UK dads, NeuroDADverse explores autism, ADHD, SEND parenting, mental load, masking, school systems, identity, and the everyday wins and struggles of neurodivergent family life.If you’re a parent of an autistic child, an ADHD dad, part of a SEND family, or simply looking for honest, relatable parenting conversations — you’re not alone here.🔔 New episodes weekly📢 Share, rate, or comment to help more families discover the show📧 [email protected]🌐 All links & platforms:👉 linktr.ee/NeuroDADverse🎧 Listen on: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Amazon Music • Audible📺 Watch full episodes & short clips on YouTube📲 Follow on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn#NeurodivergentParenting #SENDLife #AutismParenting#ADHDDads #ParentingPodcast #NeuroDadverse#DifferentNotLess #NeurodiversityUKChapter Breakdown00:00 – Intro & Welcome to Episode 3600:43 – Wins of the Week Begin01:47 – Rebuilding Confidence at School03:12 – Science Test Surprise & Self-Belief Repair05:10 – Football Confidence & Peer Recognition07:48 – Not Writing Yourself Off Too Early09:22 – Teens Choosing to Watch Films Together11:08 – Couch Co-op Gaming as Connection13:30 – Resident Evil, Strategy & Shared Joy16:42 – Why Gaming Side by Side Matters18:55 – “Busy, Busy, Busy” & Jumping at the Moments20:18 – Shared Teen Experiences & Safe Spaces22:32 – SEND Gym & Inclusive Environments24:44 – Letting Kids Play Without Ownership Battles27:12 – Confidence Growing in Class & Sport29:40 – The Power of Enjoying School31:04 – Looking Ahead to Half-Term33:20 – Flexible Planning with Teens35:10 – Pancake Day Traditions & Low-Pressure Fun37:23 – Wildlife Park Plans & Nostalgia39:50 – Why These Weeks Matter42:17 – Letting Go of Rigid Planning44:36 – Celebrating Without Forcing Big Narratives46:12 – Final Reflections & Gratitude47:32 – You’re Doing Great. You Are Enough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.