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Sensational Synergy
by Laura Lee Smith
You are a human. You have a brain and a nervous system. You are raising or leading other humans. You want to bring out the best in yourself and each other. You're in the right place.
Episodes
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Before the No: When ‘Can’t’ Looks Like ‘Won’t
When someone says “no,” are we seeing unwillingness—or a nervous system struggling to access the next step? In this episode of Sensational Synergy, Laura Smith shares her experience as a parent and educator navigating her daughter’s struggles with school attendance, sensory overwhelm, and the...
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Autonomy, Not Entitlement: When Back-to-School Became Life as Learning
What if the behavior we see as resistance, avoidance, or even entitlement is actually a nervous system asking for a different way in? In this episode of Sensational Synergy, we explore the difference between “won’t” and “can’t,” the role of autonomy and felt safety, and what can happen when we…
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Welcome Back: What Does This Nervous System Need?
In this short relaunch episode, I’m welcoming you back to Sensational Synergy and sharing the question that now sits at the center of this work: What does this nervous system need? Together, we’ll explore neurodivergence, regulation, felt safety, autonomy, learning, parenting, and connection...
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Nervous System Awareness
Learn the value of understanding how your Nervous System is navigating your day. Engage in reflection and self awareness to empower your everyday interactions. Reference: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog by Bruce Perry www.lauraleesmithconsulting.com
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"It's Not Entitlement, It's Effective Accommodation" Episode 1
Get to know the basics and the background to this series. Join this experience to get to know how our sensory and nervous systems work together. Discover how to intentionally meet the nervous system needs of your students, children and selves with effective sensory interventions and accommodations.
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Both Sides of the Table
IEPs. 504s. Inclusion. Let’s reflect being on both sides of the table. Also- check out “Forget Me Not” documentary (forgetmenotdocumentary.com)
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More Masking: What it looks like and How to be Supportive
Educators: How do I identify and intentionally respond to Masking Behaviors in the classroom? Family Members (Parents and More): How do I chill out my nervous system so I can effectively support my Un-Masking Child?
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What is "masking?"
What does it mean to "mask?" (Not #covid19 style). Understand this concept will bring an ah-ha to your behavior patterns. Let's also bridge the relationship of a neurotypical human and neurodiverse human by accepting each other for who we are authentically. Successes and struggles included.
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Sensational. Synergy. Defined.
You are SENSATIONAL. Learn why you are Sensational and how to gain impactful Synergy.
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Neuro-Story Part #2: Anxiety
Anxiety is real. For all of us. Our brains seek predictability. Thank you @ZDoggMD and @Judson.Brewer for Unwinding Anxiety so we can be our Sensational Selves!
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Neuro-Story Part #1: Relearning How To Learn
This is my testimonial of neuroplasticity. The journey of my Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery.
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Everything is Figureoutable
Marie Forleo inspired us to believe that "Everything is Figureoutable" in her book and more. Applying it to parenting and neurodiversity takes courage yet builds our capacity and resiliency.
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Adult Accomodations
What do you need for comfort? What supports you reach full capacity? Explore your needs and wants to advocate for yourself.
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Beauty in Neurodiversity
Being comfortable with being uncomfortable. Being real. Authentic Connection begins with courage in communication.
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Momming Hard
Balancing Life as a Career Mom. Multiplied, not divided. Nurturing Intentionally. Find your Tribe and Marigold for Sensational Synergy.
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Life is Beautiful
But not always pretty. Mindset Matters. See the world brighter and richer by seeking to understand.
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Say what? Say who?
Welcome to the world of Sensational Synergy! Listen up to see if this is meant for YOU (pre-requisites included). You have potential, possibility and power when you utilize the power within! Let's begin our journey in unleashing the superpowers in our Neurodiversity.
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