In this episode we have a brilliant conversation with epic human Michelle Heriot - a dynamic and inspiring Thought Leader in the field of alternative and diverse education and wellbeing solutions for youth aged 6 to 18 years. We dive into Michelle's E-Gen movement; her experiences as a student and then advocating for her child as a student in the education system; the alternative options we all have but may not know much about; some starting steps and advice for those considering home education; busting some common myths; and education ideology.  You can connect with Michelle via Facebook or email, or check out her website. . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com Facebook  |  Instagram . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au Facebook  |  Instagram 

In this episode we have a brilliant conversation with epic human Michelle Heriot - a dynamic and inspiring Thought Leader in the field of alternative and diverse education and wellbeing solutions for youth aged 6 to 18 years. We dive into Michelle's E-Gen movement; her experiences as a student and then advocating for her child as a student in the education system; the alternative options we all have but may not know much about; some starting steps and advice for those considering home education; busting some common myths; and education ideology.  You can connect with Michelle via <a href="https://www.facebook.com/egenways" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>or <a href="//michelleheriot@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">email</a>, or check out her <a href="https://e-gen.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>. . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>  |  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook  </a>|  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcettaofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Education Series - Part 3 with Michelle Heriot

Our second episode in our education series sees us welcome Jennifer Rickard, Executive Officer of APFACTS, which is the peak body of parents with children in non-government schools in the ACT, Australia. APFACTS contributes to shaping educational policy and practice, raising issues from parents' perspectives with stakeholders, political and government representatives, advocating for fairness and equity and improving educational opportunities for all children attending non-government schools. We go deep into the possibilities for education, creating truly equitable practices and accessible environments. We discuss the powerful role we have as parents in children's education, not only for our own children but for all children. This is a deep and uplifting conversation! Find out more about APFACTS here or on their Facebook page. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au Facebook |  Instagram . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com Facebook | Instagram

Our second episode in our education series sees us welcome Jennifer Rickard, Executive Officer of APFACTS, which is the peak body of parents with children in non-government schools in the ACT, Australia. APFACTS contributes to shaping educational policy and practice, raising issues from parents' perspectives with stakeholders, political and government representatives, advocating for fairness and equity and improving educational opportunities for all children attending non-government schools. We go deep into the possibilities for education, creating truly equitable practices and accessible environments. We discuss the powerful role we have as parents in children's education, not only for our own children but for all children. This is a deep and uplifting conversation! Find out more about APFACTS <a href="https://apfacts.org.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here </a>or on their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Apfacts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>|  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcettaofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>| <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Education Series - Part 2 with Jennifer Rickard

Kristen Eccleston

Our next topic of focus is education; and we kick off this series with an incredible teacher, exceptional needs specialist, mental health and neurodiverse champion - Kristen Eccleston, The Neurodiverse Teacher. *CONTENT WARNING: Towards the end of this episode we discuss mental health impacts and this includes discussion around suicidal ideation and adult content being accessed by children online. Please go gently with yourself and if this is not something you can hear right now, know we send our love and support. Please reach out to a trusted loved one or a support line in your country (in Australia: Lifeline 13 11 14 or Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800) Kristen has the knowledge, the practical wisdom and personal experience to bring some poignant insights into our exploration of inclusive education. Join us as we explore: Kristen's journey to a diagnosis of ADHD; the experiences of some of our children in the current education system; changes we need to make globally, especially in westernised countries, to move towards truly inclusive education; supporting school avoidant students and their families; and the impacts, both seen and unseen, of the pandemic on our children.  You can connect with Kristen at theneurodiverseteacher.com, on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn. . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com Facebook | Instagram . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au Facebook | Instagram

Our next topic of focus is education; and we kick off this series with an incredible teacher, exceptional needs specialist, mental health and neurodiverse champion - Kristen Eccleston, The Neurodiverse Teacher. *CONTENT WARNING: Towards the end of this episode we discuss mental health impacts and this includes discussion around suicidal ideation and adult content being accessed by children online. Please go gently with yourself and if this is not something you can hear right now, know we send our love and support. Please reach out to a trusted loved one or a support line in your country (in Australia: Lifeline 13 11 14 or Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800) Kristen has the knowledge, the practical wisdom and personal experience to bring some poignant insights into our exploration of inclusive education. Join us as we explore: Kristen's journey to a diagnosis of ADHD; the experiences of some of our children in the current education system; changes we need to make globally, especially in westernised countries, to move towards truly inclusive education; supporting school avoidant students and their families; and the impacts, both seen and unseen, of the pandemic on our children.  You can connect with Kristen at <a href="http://theneurodiverseteacher.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theneurodiverseteacher.com</a>, on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the.neurodiverse.teacher/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/The.NeuroDiverse.Teacher" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>or <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-eccleston-ed-d-nbct-34367150/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>| <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>| <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Education Series - Part 1 with Kristen Eccleston

We couldn't have an employment series without welcoming back Jonathan Laloz, founder and CEO of Self Plus Plus (see Episode 9 for our first chat)! With 22 years of experience in the small business, corporate and government sectors, Jonathan combines this with his understanding and lived experience of neurodiversity to support autistic people from teens to adults gain meaningful employment (or to create their own). In today's episode we discuss: some common obstacles that prevent neurodiverse people from gaining employment; how this changes or amplifies for long term unemployed people; a range of benefits that come from hiring neurodiverse people; big (and small) changes we can make in the employment industry and more generally, in order to create more inclusivity and improve accessibility; and key information about Jonathan's upcoming Autism Employment Accelerator program, which you don't want to miss! Find out more or contact Jonathan and the team at Self Plus Plus to see how they can help you, right here: https://selfplus.plus/ You can also connect with Self Plus Plus on Facebook or LinkedIn. . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com Facebook  |  Instagram   . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au Facebook  |  Instagram 

We couldn't have an employment series without welcoming back Jonathan Laloz, founder and CEO of Self Plus Plus (see Episode 9 for our first chat)! With 22 years of experience in the small business, corporate and government sectors, Jonathan combines this with his understanding and lived experience of neurodiversity to support autistic people from teens to adults gain meaningful employment (or to create their own). In today's episode we discuss: some common obstacles that prevent neurodiverse people from gaining employment; how this changes or amplifies for long term unemployed people; a range of benefits that come from hiring neurodiverse people; big (and small) changes we can make in the employment industry and more generally, in order to create more inclusivity and improve accessibility; and key information about Jonathan's upcoming Autism Employment Accelerator program, which you don't want to miss! Find out more or contact Jonathan and the team at Self Plus Plus to see how they can help you, right here: <a href="https://selfplus.plus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://selfplus.plus/</a> You can also connect with Self Plus Plus on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/selfplusplus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>or <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/selfplusplus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook  </a>|  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram </a> . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook  </a>|  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram </a>

Employment Series - Part 4 with Jonathan Laloz

David Smith

In this episode Patricia welcomes David Smith, founder of Employ For Ability.  David is an Autism and Neurodiversity employment specialist and advocate. Since 2016, David has been focused on helping organisations become more inclusive by hiring Neurodiverse staff to gain competitive advantage. A leader in his field, he brings many years of experience, education and knowledge to our employment series! We dive into the following ideas: the value of following your purpose; the main barriers to gaining and then maintaining employment for our neurodiverse people; the misnomer of functioning labels; the double empathy problem; masking and autistic burnout; societal changes we can make to increase accessibility; a key policy change required in education to allow access to work experience for all our young people; and opening ourselves up to choosing a non-traditional path when it comes to educational and employment options. Access more of David's wisdom and opportunities to work with his organisation here: https://employforability.com.au/ You can also connect with Employ For Ability on Facebook or LinkedIn. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au Facebook | Instagram . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com Facebook | Instagram 

In this episode Patricia welcomes David Smith, founder of Employ For Ability.  David is an Autism and Neurodiversity employment specialist and advocate. Since 2016, David has been focused on helping organisations become more inclusive by hiring Neurodiverse staff to gain competitive advantage. A leader in his field, he brings many years of experience, education and knowledge to our employment series! We dive into the following ideas: the value of following your purpose; the main barriers to gaining and then maintaining employment for our neurodiverse people; the misnomer of functioning labels; the double empathy problem; masking and autistic burnout; societal changes we can make to increase accessibility; a key policy change required in education to allow access to work experience for all our young people; and opening ourselves up to choosing a non-traditional path when it comes to educational and employment options. Access more of David's wisdom and opportunities to work with his organisation here: <a href="https://employforability.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://employforability.com.au/</a> You can also connect with Employ For Ability on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/employforability/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/employforability/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>| <a href="//www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>| <a href="//www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram </a>

Employment Series - Part 3 with David Smith

Our second interview in our employment series sees us welcome Charuni Weerasooriya, founder of EDII (Engage, Design, Innovate, Improve). Charuni brings a wealth of experience and wisdom to her current work with our teens and young people, supporting them to develop skills and understanding that will set them up for a successful future. We were fortunate to tap into this wisdom throughout this episode! Some of the key concepts we explored were: design thinking and how it can reshape our approach to learning and education; the question "what is an education worth having?"; connecting education to future skills for either entrepreneurship or employment; and some sage advice for our young people (and all of us, really). We highly recommend checking out Charuni's online and in person offerings here: https://www.edii.com.au/ You can also connect with EDII on Facebook or Instagram. . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com Facebook | Instagram . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au Facebook | Instagram

Our second interview in our employment series sees us welcome Charuni Weerasooriya, founder of EDII (Engage, Design, Innovate, Improve). Charuni brings a wealth of experience and wisdom to her current work with our teens and young people, supporting them to develop skills and understanding that will set them up for a successful future. We were fortunate to tap into this wisdom throughout this episode! Some of the key concepts we explored were: design thinking and how it can reshape our approach to learning and education; the question "what is an education worth having?"; connecting education to future skills for either entrepreneurship or employment; and some sage advice for our young people (and all of us, really). We highly recommend checking out Charuni's online and in person offerings here: <a href="https://www.edii.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.edii.com.au/</a> You can also connect with EDII on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ediiaus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/edii_aus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> <a href="//www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Employment Series - Part 2 with Charuni Weerasooriya

Welcome to the first in our series of interviews focussing on employment. In this episode we chat to Jodie Stephenson from Kirribilli Partners - and we cover plenty of conceptual and practical ideas to create true inclusion within the workplace. Some key points we cover: starting with safety and respect; building relationships and balancing strengths within a team to bring out the best in people; bridging the communication gap between neurodivergent and neurotypical people; changing our expectations and adjusting our societal norms to better reflect where we are as a society (hint: no longer in the industrial age!) Find out more about Jodie (or secure her services for your workplace!) here: http://www.kirribillipartners.com.au/ . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/ . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

Welcome to the first in our series of interviews focussing on employment. In this episode we chat to Jodie Stephenson from Kirribilli Partners - and we cover plenty of conceptual and practical ideas to create true inclusion within the workplace. Some key points we cover: starting with safety and respect; building relationships and balancing strengths within a team to bring out the best in people; bridging the communication gap between neurodivergent and neurotypical people; changing our expectations and adjusting our societal norms to better reflect where we are as a society (hint: no longer in the industrial age!) Find out more about Jodie (or secure her services for your workplace!) here: <a href="http://www.kirribillipartners.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kirribillipartners.com.au/</a> . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a>

Employment Series - Part 1 with Jodie Stephenson

This episode is taken from a series of Facebook Lives Sammy and Patricia presented in 2021. Although you may notice some of our language has changed, the strategies offered throughout this episode are still very relevant and helpful in 2022. From supporting our children through the use of visuals, routines and plans, to taking small moments throughout the day to check in with ourselves and provide for our own needs, you'll find plenty of tips to work through feelings of anxiety and overwhelm, especially as they relate to returning to school.  If you would like further support or are interested in the visuals mentioned in this episode, please reach out to either Patricia or Sammy via your preferred means below. We look forward to hearing from you! . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/ . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/

This episode is taken from a series of Facebook Lives Sammy and Patricia presented in 2021. Although you may notice some of our language has changed, the strategies offered throughout this episode are still very relevant and helpful in 2022. From supporting our children through the use of visuals, routines and plans, to taking small moments throughout the day to check in with ourselves and provide for our own needs, you'll find plenty of tips to work through feelings of anxiety and overwhelm, especially as they relate to returning to school.  If you would like further support or are interested in the visuals mentioned in this episode, please reach out to either Patricia or Sammy via your preferred means below. We look forward to hearing from you! . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a> . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a>

Back to School Overwhelm

Jodie Thornton

As we round out 2021, this is an episode not to be missed! Jodie is a parent coach, passionate about emotional awareness, communication skills and questioning the things we often take for granted in our society.  These themes are weaved throughout our conversation, as we dive into the following topics: * key tips and strategies for the upcoming holiday season, in particular navigating extended family relationships * working with and through different perspectives and opinions between parents, especially for separated and blended families * supporting your child to navigate different environments (including family, community and school) * communication tips for parents advocating for their child in a school setting * Jodie's Top 3 Tips for parents Take some time for your self care by grabbing your favourite beverage and soaking up Jodie's wisdom! Find Jodie on Facebook &gt;here&lt; . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/ . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

As we round out 2021, this is an episode not to be missed! Jodie is a parent coach, passionate about emotional awareness, communication skills and questioning the things we often take for granted in our society.  These themes are weaved throughout our conversation, as we dive into the following topics: * key tips and strategies for the upcoming holiday season, in particular navigating extended family relationships * working with and through different perspectives and opinions between parents, especially for separated and blended families * supporting your child to navigate different environments (including family, community and school) * communication tips for parents advocating for their child in a school setting * Jodie's Top 3 Tips for parents Take some time for your self care by grabbing your favourite beverage and soaking up Jodie's wisdom! Find Jodie on Facebook &gt;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/jodiethorntonparentcoach" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>&lt; . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a>

Interview with Jodie Thornton

This episode is the audio from a Facebook Live hosted on Sammy's page, Map the Maze, titled "From Busy to Being".  Michelle Heriot from E-Gen joins Sammy for an insightful conversation full of tips and strategies you can utilise for yourself and for your children, all about emotional intelligence, becoming aware of your "stuff", discovering your values and strategies for regulating ourselves, so we can then be more effective at supporting our children to regulate. Michelle has had a diverse range of experiences in her working life, home schools her neurodivergent teen and is neurodivergent herself, thus she brings an immense amount of wisdom to share with us in this session. She has a passion for educating young neurodiverse people and is a big part of the changing landscape of education. Follow the latest in the E-Gen movement here:  Website * Facebook . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/ . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/

This episode is the audio from a Facebook Live hosted on Sammy's page, Map the Maze, titled "From Busy to Being".  Michelle Heriot from E-Gen joins Sammy for an insightful conversation full of tips and strategies you can utilise for yourself and for your children, all about emotional intelligence, becoming aware of your "stuff", discovering your values and strategies for regulating ourselves, so we can then be more effective at supporting our children to regulate. Michelle has had a diverse range of experiences in her working life, home schools her neurodivergent teen and is neurodivergent herself, thus she brings an immense amount of wisdom to share with us in this session. She has a passion for educating young neurodiverse people and is a big part of the changing landscape of education. Follow the latest in the E-Gen movement here:  <a href="https://e-gen.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a>* <a href="https://www.facebook.com/egenways/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a> . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a>

From Busy to Being - with Michelle Heriot

Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices.We hope you will join us on our journey.

April Mack is a Strategic Business Consultant, a Trainer and Mentor, who lives in Canberra, Australia. Just as importantly, she is a parent to two beautiful people aged 11 and 9. Join Patricia and Sammy as they dive into April's journey through the assessment process, diagnosis and beyond for her 9 year old son. We cover a range of topics, many of which will be familiar to our listeners who have also been through this journey, including: managing different expectations and approaches amongst family members; the relief and the fear that can be felt when receiving a diagnosis and what we can do about changing that experience for future generations; the challenges faced in our education system and the changes we would all like to see; balancing the household with neurodiverse and neurotypical family members; the changes we need in our medical and allied health systems and so much more. This is a real and raw look into what so many families experience and provides lots of wisdom for those at any stage of their journey.  Find April at the links below and discover more about what she offers in the business and spiritual intelligence spaces: Website  |  Facebook  |  Podcast . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/ . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

April Mack is a Strategic Business Consultant, a Trainer and Mentor, who lives in Canberra, Australia. Just as importantly, she is a parent to two beautiful people aged 11 and 9. Join Patricia and Sammy as they dive into April's journey through the assessment process, diagnosis and beyond for her 9 year old son. We cover a range of topics, many of which will be familiar to our listeners who have also been through this journey, including: managing different expectations and approaches amongst family members; the relief and the fear that can be felt when receiving a diagnosis and what we can do about changing that experience for future generations; the challenges faced in our education system and the changes we would all like to see; balancing the household with neurodiverse and neurotypical family members; the changes we need in our medical and allied health systems and so much more. This is a real and raw look into what so many families experience and provides lots of wisdom for those at any stage of their journey.  Find April at the links below and discover more about what she offers in the business and spiritual intelligence spaces: <a href="https://www.aprilmack.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website  </a>|  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/the.april.mack" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook  </a>|  <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/39Q4utopp1EazWIYTkLFno" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast</a> . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a>

Interview with April Mack

***CONTENT WARNING: In this episode we discuss child abuse, exploitation and predatory behaviour. Please use caution when considering if this episode is right for you. We believe it's vital to discuss these issues and bring them into our collective awareness, in order to better protect our children. We do cover key child safety themes and strategies, and we also encourage you to reach out for professional support.*** Caroline Ellen is a social worker and parenting coach, who believes all children deserve a childhood free to play and discover. With her raw, real and relatable style; she combines her personal and professional experience to help connect parents back to themselves and their children.  Caroline is the founder of Safer, Stronger Kids and is on a mission to improve children's physical and emotional safety, through stronger parent-child relationships. We really go to all the places in this interview; from the journey of Safer, Stronger Kids and it's key theme of body safety education for parents, to emotion coaching and the steps involved, to creating a family culture where no topic is "taboo", key safety tips to prevent child abuse and exploitation, in real life and online, what we really mean when we say our child needs to be "more resilient" and how we can foster their development in this area, and finally the changes Caroline would love to wave her magic wand to create in our education and allied health systems. It's a long one, and we promise it is SO worth it! ;) Find Caroline here:  Website * Facebook * Instagram * Podcast . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne Website * Email * Facebook * Instagram . Patricia Falcetta Website * Email * Facebook * Instagram

***CONTENT WARNING: In this episode we discuss child abuse, exploitation and predatory behaviour. Please use caution when considering if this episode is right for you. We believe it's vital to discuss these issues and bring them into our collective awareness, in order to better protect our children. We do cover key child safety themes and strategies, and we also encourage you to reach out for professional support.*** Caroline Ellen is a social worker and parenting coach, who believes all children deserve a childhood free to play and discover. With her raw, real and relatable style; she combines her personal and professional experience to help connect parents back to themselves and their children.  Caroline is the founder of Safer, Stronger Kids and is on a mission to improve children's physical and emotional safety, through stronger parent-child relationships. We really go to all the places in this interview; from the journey of Safer, Stronger Kids and it's key theme of body safety education for parents, to emotion coaching and the steps involved, to creating a family culture where no topic is "taboo", key safety tips to prevent child abuse and exploitation, in real life and online, what we really mean when we say our child needs to be "more resilient" and how we can foster their development in this area, and finally the changes Caroline would love to wave her magic wand to create in our education and allied health systems. It's a long one, and we promise it is SO worth it! ;) Find Caroline here:  <a href="https://safer-stronger-kids.newzenler.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> * <a href="https://www.facebook.com/saferstrongerkids" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>* <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saferstronger/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> * <a href="https://safer-stronger-kids-the-podcast.simplecast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast</a> . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne <a href="//www.sammyanne.com " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a>* <a href="//sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Email </a>* <a href="//www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>* <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> . Patricia Falcetta <a href="//www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a>* <a href="//patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Email </a>* <a href="//www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>* <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Interview with Caroline Ellen

Joanne Holbrook

Joanne Holbrook is an author, professional keynote speaker, parenting advocate and entrepreneur. Through her friendships, book and speaking events, she shares parenting stories to help build positive, values-based families around the world. Having lived in 5 different countries and across several states in the U.S., Joanne has a broad range of experiences and immense wisdom to share, especially when it comes to how much our similarities as parents outweigh our differences. Join us in this rich and diverse conversation, as we explore how to have more curiosity and value that over judgement, how to understand our personal values and combine with those of our other family members to create a strong values-based family culture, why comparison is a waste of time and many other lessons from Jo's life! We highly recommend seeking Jo out in all the places, find some handy links here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourpassporttoparenting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your_passport_to_parenting/ Find Jo's book on Book Depository here, or Audible here. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/ . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

Joanne Holbrook is an author, professional keynote speaker, parenting advocate and entrepreneur. Through her friendships, book and speaking events, she shares parenting stories to help build positive, values-based families around the world. Having lived in 5 different countries and across several states in the U.S., Joanne has a broad range of experiences and immense wisdom to share, especially when it comes to how much our similarities as parents outweigh our differences. Join us in this rich and diverse conversation, as we explore how to have more curiosity and value that over judgement, how to understand our personal values and combine with those of our other family members to create a strong values-based family culture, why comparison is a waste of time and many other lessons from Jo's life! We highly recommend seeking Jo out in all the places, find some handy links here: Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/yourpassporttoparenting" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/yourpassporttoparenting</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/your_passport_to_parenting/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/your_passport_to_parenting/</a> Find Jo's book on Book Depository <a href="https://www.bookdepository.com/Your-Passport-Parenting-Joanne-Holbrook/9781950241774" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>, or Audible <a href="https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Your-Passport-to-Parenting-Audiobook/B096Y2NY4Y" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a>

Interview with Joanne Holbrook

Bec McFarland

Bec McFarland is a career and business coach and the owner of Pop Your Career and Pop Your Business. She is passionate about helping you find your own personal flavour of fulfilment, whether you’re a business owner or in a more traditional career. It was our absolute pleasure to welcome Bec to our podcast and explore a previously (publicly) unspoken part of her story; her diagnosis and journey with ADHD. We also explore "Imposter Syndrome" and it's widespread effects, in particular how it may show up for neurodiverse people; as well as Bec's work in the LGBTQI community and how to create more inclusion, especially in the business and recruitment space. Bec is so approachable and wonderful to connect with, so don't hesitate to do so here: Pop Your Business: Website / Facebook / Instagram Pop Your Career: Website / Facebook / Instagram . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/ . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

Bec McFarland is a career and business coach and the owner of Pop Your Career and Pop Your Business. She is passionate about helping you find your own personal flavour of fulfilment, whether you’re a business owner or in a more traditional career. It was our absolute pleasure to welcome Bec to our podcast and explore a previously (publicly) unspoken part of her story; her diagnosis and journey with ADHD. We also explore "Imposter Syndrome" and it's widespread effects, in particular how it may show up for neurodiverse people; as well as Bec's work in the LGBTQI community and how to create more inclusion, especially in the business and recruitment space. Bec is so approachable and wonderful to connect with, so don't hesitate to do so here: Pop Your Business: <a href="https://www.popyourbusiness.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a>/ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/popyourbiz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>/ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/popyourbiz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Pop Your Career: <a href="https://www.popyourcareer.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website </a>/ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PopYourCareer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>/ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/popyourcareer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a>

Interview with Bec McFarland

In this episode we meet Natalie Charlotte, Paediatric OT and Piano Teacher for neurodiverse and highly sensitive and/or energetic children. Our conversation is jam-packed full of wisdom and learnings from Natalie, who shares her experience following many breadcrumbs over the years from music student to now changing the game in allied health service delivery. We delve into what's beneath not only our children's behaviour, but our own, and how being continually curious about the why behind it all can lead us to a much greater understanding of ourselves and others. Natalie is passionate about truly holistic health, delivering support in ways that deeply resonate with her clients, and working towards a world with no labels or boxes required. There is so much valuable information in this episode - so grab yourself your preferred beverage and take some time out to listen in! Find Natalie here: Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msnataliecharlotte Rewired Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/rewiredwithnataliecharlotte . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/ . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/

In this episode we meet Natalie Charlotte, Paediatric OT and Piano Teacher for neurodiverse and highly sensitive and/or energetic children. Our conversation is jam-packed full of wisdom and learnings from Natalie, who shares her experience following many breadcrumbs over the years from music student to now changing the game in allied health service delivery. We delve into what's beneath not only our children's behaviour, but our own, and how being continually curious about the why behind it all can lead us to a much greater understanding of ourselves and others. Natalie is passionate about truly holistic health, delivering support in ways that deeply resonate with her clients, and working towards a world with no labels or boxes required. There is so much valuable information in this episode - so grab yourself your preferred beverage and take some time out to listen in! Find Natalie here: Personal Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/msnataliecharlotte" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/msnataliecharlotte</a> Rewired Facebook Page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rewiredwithnataliecharlotte" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/rewiredwithnataliecharlotte</a> . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a> . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a>

Interview with Natalie Charlotte

Jonathan is the founder and CEO of Self Plus Plus, a coaching and mentoring service for people 15 years or older seeking employment, housing or other life skills support. In this episode, Jonathan shares his journey to self diagnosis of Autism and ADHD, and how, along with supporting a young person with autism, it inspired him to create Self Plus Plus.  We also cover a myriad of topics ranging from finding our place in the world, teaching people how they need to learn, finding your "ikigai" and some common myths around hiring neurodiverse or disabled people. You can find Jonathan at any of the places below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfplusplus (For his LEGO store, check out: https://www.facebook.com/finnymigs/) Website: https://selfplus.plus/ More info about SLES here: https://sles.info/ A great visual representation of "ikigai" can be found here. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/ . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

Jonathan is the founder and CEO of Self Plus Plus, a coaching and mentoring service for people 15 years or older seeking employment, housing or other life skills support. In this episode, Jonathan shares his journey to self diagnosis of Autism and ADHD, and how, along with supporting a young person with autism, it inspired him to create Self Plus Plus.  We also cover a myriad of topics ranging from finding our place in the world, teaching people how they need to learn, finding your "ikigai" and some common myths around hiring neurodiverse or disabled people. You can find Jonathan at any of the places below: Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/selfplusplus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/selfplusplus</a> (For his LEGO store, check out: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/finnymigs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/finnymigs/</a>) Website: <a href="https://selfplus.plus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://selfplus.plus/</a> More info about SLES here: <a href="https://sles.info/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://sles.info/</a> A great visual representation of "ikigai" can be found <a href="https://coolinfographics.com/blog/2018/1/19/ikigai-visualizing-the-japanese-concept-of-lifes-purpose.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a>

Interview with Jonathan Laloz

Yenn Purkis

Yenn is a generous, open-hearted truth teller; and the depth of our conversation in this episode will attest to that. Exploring topics from function labels, masking, rejecting diagnoses to embracing discovered identities, gender diversity and the correlation to neurodiversity, to the myth of autistics being "rule followers" - this episode is jam packed with wisdom and thought provoking ideas. Yenn combines their lived experience and personal journey with years of working with and listening to others' experiences. It's not to be missed! Yenn Purkis is an autistic and non-binary author, public speaker and community leader who also has a diagnosis of schizophrenia. Yenn has written nine published books and is a regular blogger. Yenn was the 2016 ACT Volunteer of the Year and won the 2019 ACT Chief Minister’s Inclusion Award. Yenn has also presented at TEDx Canberra and as a keynote speaker at a number of events. Find Yenn: Website: http://yennpurkis.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yennpurkisbooks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yenn-purkis-469219b9/ A list of Yenn's books can be found on their website. . Some links mentioned in this episode: Minus 18  /  QLife . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/ . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/

Yenn is a generous, open-hearted truth teller; and the depth of our conversation in this episode will attest to that. Exploring topics from function labels, masking, rejecting diagnoses to embracing discovered identities, gender diversity and the correlation to neurodiversity, to the myth of autistics being "rule followers" - this episode is jam packed with wisdom and thought provoking ideas. Yenn combines their lived experience and personal journey with years of working with and listening to others' experiences. It's not to be missed! Yenn Purkis is an autistic and non-binary author, public speaker and community leader who also has a diagnosis of schizophrenia. Yenn has written nine published books and is a regular blogger. Yenn was the 2016 ACT Volunteer of the Year and won the 2019 ACT Chief Minister’s Inclusion Award. Yenn has also presented at TEDx Canberra and as a keynote speaker at a number of events. Find Yenn: Website: <a href="http://yennpurkis.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://yennpurkis.com/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/yennpurkisbooks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/yennpurkisbooks</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yenn-purkis-469219b9/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/yenn-purkis-469219b9/</a> A list of Yenn's books can be found on their website. . Some links mentioned in this episode: <a href="https://www.minus18.org.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Minus 18</a>  /  <a href="https://qlife.org.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">QLife</a> . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a> . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a>

Interview with Yenn Purkis

Harry Armytage

This episode explores listening therapy with the learning difficulty expert, Harry Armytage.  In case you haven't heard of listening therapy before, we dive into who and how it can help; it is a brilliant option for those facing difficulties with auditory processing. We also delve into Harry's ways of being with his clients, with his motto being "start from safe". He describes listening as a pathway to the brain. As some added inspiration, we get to hear Harry's journey from economist to listening therapist, showing us that following your joy is an option at any stage of your life! Not only is Harry brilliant, caring and dedicated; his voice is also very calming to listen to. So sit back, relax and enjoy this episode. You can find Harry at the links below: Website: www.listen4life.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/listen4lifee LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harryarmytage Click here for one of the Ted Talks Harry referred to, it's well worth a listen!! ;) . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/ . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

This episode explores listening therapy with the learning difficulty expert, Harry Armytage.  In case you haven't heard of listening therapy before, we dive into who and how it can help; it is a brilliant option for those facing difficulties with auditory processing. We also delve into Harry's ways of being with his clients, with his motto being "start from safe". He describes listening as a pathway to the brain. As some added inspiration, we get to hear Harry's journey from economist to listening therapist, showing us that following your joy is an option at any stage of your life! Not only is Harry brilliant, caring and dedicated; his voice is also very calming to listen to. So sit back, relax and enjoy this episode. You can find Harry at the links below: Website: <a href="//www.listen4life.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.listen4life.com</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/listen4lifee" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/listen4lifee</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/harryarmytage/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/harryarmytage</a> Click <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/julian_treasure_why_architects_need_to_use_their_ears/transcript?language=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here </a>for one of the Ted Talks Harry referred to, it's well worth a listen!! ;) . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a>

Interview with Harry Armytage

In this episode we have a deeply thought provoking conversation with the wonderful Carlie Maree, which can be best summarised with her brilliant quote "the land of plenty lies outside the cage of conditioning." Carlie is a writer of world-changing words, leader of life-changing online experiences and personal mentor to a select few superstars. She is also an incredible mother to two children, one of whom is neurodiverse, and they home educate. Sammy and Patricia dive into everything with Carlie, from her perspective altering concept "Soul Modes", to her journey with neurodiversity and learning from her daughter, to the decision to home school/home educate and the differences between this and our current education system. A trail blazer in the online business space, Carlie is passionate and dedicated to creating inclusive, healing and transformative experiences for people - and she brings this home to her family too. We highly recommend you seek her out by your preferred means here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mscarliemaree Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mscarliemaree Podcast: https://anchor.fm/carliemaree Website: carliemaree.com The resources Carlie mentions can be found here: KHAN Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/ Skoolbo: https://skoolbo.com.au/ . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/ . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/

In this episode we have a deeply thought provoking conversation with the wonderful Carlie Maree, which can be best summarised with her brilliant quote "the land of plenty lies outside the cage of conditioning." Carlie is a writer of world-changing words, leader of life-changing online experiences and personal mentor to a select few superstars. She is also an incredible mother to two children, one of whom is neurodiverse, and they home educate. Sammy and Patricia dive into everything with Carlie, from her perspective altering concept "Soul Modes", to her journey with neurodiversity and learning from her daughter, to the decision to home school/home educate and the differences between this and our current education system. A trail blazer in the online business space, Carlie is passionate and dedicated to creating inclusive, healing and transformative experiences for people - and she brings this home to her family too. We highly recommend you seek her out by your preferred means here: Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mscarliemaree" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/mscarliemaree</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mscarliemaree" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mscarliemaree</a> Podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/carliemaree" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/carliemaree</a> Website: <a href="//carliemaree.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">carliemaree.com</a> The resources Carlie mentions can be found here: KHAN Academy: <a href="https://www.khanacademy.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.khanacademy.org/</a> Skoolbo: <a href="https://skoolbo.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://skoolbo.com.au/</a> . Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a> . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a>

Interview with Carlie Maree

With estimates of 50-70% of autistic people also experiencing mental health conditions, this episode centres around the individual, diagnostic and systemic reasons this may be. Initially delivered live on Facebook, Patricia and Sammy have a passionate discussion exploring both what may be causing such a high rate of mental health conditions and also, how we can move towards greater support of our neurodiverse people.  Noting that, by creating a world where neurodiverse people are loved and accepted for who they are, we all get to feel loved, accepted and supported. Reaching out for help is important for all of us - some numbers that may come in handy for our Australian listeners are: Lifeline 13 11 14; Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800; Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636. You can also send either Patricia or Sammy (or both!) a direct message for support with neurodiversity in your family. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email: patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/ . Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email: sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

With estimates of 50-70% of autistic people also experiencing mental health conditions, this episode centres around the individual, diagnostic and systemic reasons this may be. Initially delivered live on Facebook, Patricia and Sammy have a passionate discussion exploring both what may be causing such a high rate of mental health conditions and also, how we can move towards greater support of our neurodiverse people.  Noting that, by creating a world where neurodiverse people are loved and accepted for who they are, we all get to feel loved, accepted and supported. Reaching out for help is important for all of us - some numbers that may come in handy for our Australian listeners are: Lifeline 13 11 14; Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800; Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636. You can also send either Patricia or Sammy (or both!) a direct message for support with neurodiversity in your family. . Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come. We hope you will join us on our journey. Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer? Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :) . Patricia Falcetta: <a href="http://www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> Email: <a href="mailto:patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au">patricia@sociallivingsolutions.com.au</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/</a> . Sammy Anne: <a href="http://www.sammyanne.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammyanne.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com">sammyanne.mtm@gmail.com</a> FB: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM</a> IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/</a>

Neurodiversity and Mental Health

Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices. We hope you will join us on our journey.

Nurturing 
Neurodiversity

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