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EPISODE · Aug 1, 2024 · 36 MIN

"Why Are We Here?" Our Neurodivergent Journey

from Spark Launch: Neurodiversity Ignited · host Chaya Mallavaram, Mike Cornell

Ever wonder why we're here? Why we exist? In our debut episode, hosts Mike and Chaya aim to explain why they've created this podcast along with how it ties into the grander question of finding your neurodivergent place in a neurotypical world. They share their personal stories of unmasking, learning to fight the societal status quo, shedding external validations, and building self-acceptance.We also cover:Authenticity as a Catalyst for GrowthRedefining "Weirdness"Unmasking Your Neurodiverse VoiceEmbracing Self-CompassionSocietal Expectations Leading to Mental Health ChallengesQuotes:"It takes courage to be yourself in a world that constantly tries to make you something else.""Healing doesn't mean the absence of pain. It means making peace with it.""Be yourself, everyone else is already taken.""It's okay not to have all the answers. The most important thing is to keep asking questions."Subscribe for all our future interviews and deep dives, together we can strengthen the neurodiverse community. Join the Waitlist for SPARKADE: Games for Children and Families Designed for ADHD Minds, by ADHD Mindshttps://play.sparkade.app/Your neurodivergent child deserves an educational experience that helps them thrive.Join the Sparkade community to give them a gamified learning journey that sparks confidence and curiosity, builds skills, and strengthens your connection — one playful session at a time.Available soon on iOS and Android.  -  Play on any tablet or phone.Stay Connected:Website: https://sparklaunchpodcast.com/All podcast listening methods: https://episodes.fm/1758785803Play Our Game - For ADHD Minds: https://play.sparkade.app/ADHD Learning Solutions: https://www.sparklaunch.org/Chaya on Instagram: @the_sparklaunchMike on Instagram: @followshisghostMike's Neurodivergent & Mental Health Peer Coaching-- Nab a Free Consultation:https://followyourghostcoach.com/As always, thanks for lending us your ears and keep igniting that spark! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Ever wonder why we're here? Why we exist? In our debut episode, hosts Mike and Chaya aim to explain why they've created this podcast along with how it ties into the grander question of finding your neurodivergent place in a neurotypical world. They share their personal stories of unmasking, learning to fight the societal status quo, shedding external validations, and building self-acceptance.

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