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Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay

Join Mona Kay as she focuses on increasing understanding of the strengths, differences, and challenges in mixed neurotype relationships. Whether you"re autistic, neurotypical or allistic, this podcast is for you! Knowing how your neurology may impact your communication style, emotional and social needs, processing speeds, sensory needs and sexual and physical intimacy desires is critical, especially in your romantic relationships. Listen in and learn about other"s lived experiences, lessons learned,

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00:53:38

Are The Men I'm Meeting "On The Spectrum"?-Sharing...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/08/22

On this episode of the podcast, Mona is joined by one of her best friends, Michelle. They both share some of the experiences they have had with men they met on various dating apps who may have been neurodivergent. A recent article in Psychology Today titled "The Rise of Lonely, Single Men. Men Need to Address Their Deficits to Meet Healthier Relationship Expectations", by Greg Matos, PsyD, addressed how women are expecting more emotional intelligence from men. During this episode, Mona and Michelle

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00:54:59

Finding True Love "On the Spectrum", the Second Time...

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2022/08/15

During this episode you will hear a little about the beautiful love story between Jennifer Cook and Brett Banks. Jennifer Cook was identified as being on the spectrum in 2011. She is the author of 9 bestselling books, the on-camera autistic expert in Netflix's Emmy-nominated series, "Love on the Spectrum-US" and has given presentations at the White House, the National Institute of Health and to royal audiences in Europe. Brett Banks is a Nuclear Licensing Engineer who learned that he was on the

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01:13:50

Sexual & Physical Intimacy: Understanding Differences...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/08/08

During this episode, Mona and Larry Siegel have an in-depth conversation about ways to better understand and communicate more effectively with your partner about sexual needs and desires. Larry is a Clinical Sexologist and Certified Sexuality Educator and Supervisor, who has been working in this field for over 35 years. He is also the co-host of the YouTube show called "Sex Talk with the Siegel Brothers". During this discussion, we had a very open conversation about SO many topics that neurodiverse

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01:00:21

Life Would Be Different with a Rule Book for Social...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/08/02

During this episode, Mona talks with Charles, who is a social worker who works in the field of alcohol and substance use. Charles is 27 years old and recently discovered that he is autistic. He shared that he calls himself an "intuitive autistic" and talks about how those gifts and talents help him betterunderstand the clients with whom he works. Charles also talks about how his life mighthave been different had he known he was autistic.Charles shares how he is looking at various life events and

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00:48:29

Collaborative Episode on Neurodiverse Relationship...

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2022/07/27

Mona joined Natalie Roberts and Heather Parks from the Loving Difference Online Community on their "Myth-busting" podcast to bust some myths we may have all experienced in our neurodiverse relationships. During this episode we discuss debunking the following myths: 1) We don't just have to "survive", we can "thrive" in our current relationship, (or choose to move on and create a life in which we can thrive with another partner...or by ourselves). 2) We don't all communicate in the same way, or at

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01:10:46

Improving Social Communication & Increasing...

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2022/07/19

Cheryl Rhodes has been an LMFT for almost 40 years and has spent many years working with families with autistic children and neurodiverse couples. During this episode, she talks openly about her neurodiverse family (her daughter is autistic) and how critical it is for us to understand the history of the term “Neurodiversity” and to focus on both the strengths and differences in everyone...and she talks in-depth about both. During her career, Cheryl has worked with many couples in “high conflict”

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01:09:53

The Neurodiverse Compass & Understanding How We Can...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/07/12

Dr. Jill Corvelli has created "The Corvelli ND Compass", and she talks about how this model guides her work with neurodiverse couples, as well as how she is using the “Compass” to help neurodiverse couples better understand how they both navigate through time and space. The model focuses on three core components and each is critical to moving from misunderstanding and challenges, to understanding and acceptance. During this episode, Jill shares how her Compass helps couples increase "education"

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00:55:10

A Neurodiverse Family & Marriage-Making Sense of What...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/07/06

Jen Malia is an author, professor, autism advocate, wife and mom who received her autism diagnosis on the same day as her daughter. She writes about this experience in her New York Times article. Jen shares openly how challenging it was for her to get diagnosed and unfortunately, so many other autistic women will probably relate to her story. Jen had done lots of research, seen various professionals who dismissed her requests for an assessment, however her persistence paid off when she met with a

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01:06:49

Importance of Strength-Based Communication &...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/06/27

During this episode, Mona talks with Life Coach-Robin Tate. Robin shares how important it is for her to continuously compliment the successes and strengths of the neurodiverse couples she works with and to remind both partners how their brains are "equal and different". She also discusses communication differences and the importance of addressing "perspective taking" during arguments and for both partners to remember their "on the same team". Robin also shares how literal language and weak central

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01:04:10

Reduce Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness &...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/06/20

This is another fantastic episode for both partners in a Neurodiverse Love relationship to listen to. After 40 years of research, John and Julie Gottman have helped thousands of couples better understand each other and implement tools and strategies that can help them move from surviving to thriving. During this episode, we talk with Dr. Michael McNulty, a certified Gottman Therapist and Master Trainer of the Gottman Method, to understand how some of these research-based strategies and tools can

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01:07:12

Differences in Processing & Communication: Thoughts...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/06/14

During this episode Matthew shares a little bit about his career in writing and the work he is doing in film and tv. In addition, he talks about the path he took to get an autism diagnosis in his 40's. He shares how his literal communication style has been both a strength and a challenge in his relationships and why his doctor once called him an "extrapolation engine". Matthew is divorced, has 3 children and shares a little about how he managed some of the aspects of family life and the experiences

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00:59:43

Improved Communication, Understanding Sensory...

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2022/06/06

Moshe and Tobi didn't know that Tobi was autistic when they first met and they couldn't make sense of some of the challenges they were experiencing in their marriage. While still newlyweds, Tobi has been officially diagnosed and they are now expecting their first baby this month. During this episode, this loving couple talk about how Tobi's diagnosis has changed everything for the better. Their communication has improved exponentially, they focus on each other strengths and are always trying to find

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00:54:58

Using the Gottman Method & Other Strategies to...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/06/01

This is another fantastic episode for both partners in a Neurodiverse Love relationship to listen to together. Dr. K. is a Board Certified Gottman Therapist and talks about the importance of knowing that Dr. John Gottman's research has shown that 69% of our challenges in romantic relationships are due to things that won't change. However, understanding ourselves and our partners better can help us learn which problems are "perpetual" and which are "solvable". She shares how important it is for both

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01:05:30

SAAIL Project-"Supporting Autistic Adults' Intimate...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/05/24

During this fantastic episode, Mona has an opportunity to talk to two amazing researchers who are in the UK doing groundbreaking work to better understand autistic adults intimate lives. Monique Huysamen and Marianthi Kourti share some of the findings from their phenomenal qualitative research study that is focused on learning what autistic adults want and need in their intimate lives. This study included an analysis of a multitude of government documents on autism, interviews with 20 autistic

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01:07:09

Candice & Chris-Deep Love Mixed With Misunderstanding...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/05/16

Candice and Chris have a special, deep love for each other and couldn't understand why they kept having SO many communication challenges and misunderstandings in their relationship. As Candice began to get feedback from Chris and her colleagues, she realized that she needed a way to communicate better. Based on a look back at some of her past and current challenges she began to suspect she was autistic and moved forward on a formal diagnosis. After her diagnosis, everything changed for her and her

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01:05:42

Employment, Special Interests & Communicating Your...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/05/11

Many of us would love to turn our special interests or passion into paid employment, however that isn't always possible. During this episode, Mona, Heather and Natalie talk about the challenges they experienced in school and employment and how they have worked to create ways to use their gifts and talents through paid employment, volunteering or hobbies. They also share some of the challenges and experiences their partners/ex-partners have experienced, as well as their children. They address the

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01:09:50

Teamwork, Love and Understanding In Neurodiverse...

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2022/05/03

This is another fantastic episode that neurodiverse couples may want to listen to together! Stephanie and Dan Holmes have known each other since they were 10 and have been married almost 30 years.After their daughter was diagnosed with Asperger's in the mid-2000’s, Stephanie read about adults on the spectrum and realized that her husband was autistic too (he already suspected he was). Prior to learning about their neurodiversity, Stephanie thought a lot of their miscommunication and struggles

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01:02:24

Getting Real About Communication, Boundaries,...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/05/03

If you haven't read "The Autism Relationship Handbook and The Autism Relationship Workbook by Joe Biel and Dr. Faith Harper" you will definitely want to order copies of both after this episode. Joe is the founder of Microcosm Publishing in Oregon and Faith is a therapist is Texas. Working together for a number of years, they have partnered on several books and even have the same birthday. Joe shares his lived experience and expertise as a coach, mentor and business owner in a healthy Neurodiverse

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00:49:55

Are You Parenting Your Partner in Your Neurodiverse...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/04/19

During this episode Mona and Manecia talk about a topic that may be difficult for both the autistic and non-autistic partners to hear, but is important to address, because it is something that has happened in both of their relationships (and may be happening in yours). No one wants to feel like they have to parent their partner, however acknowledging that this may be happening and talking about ways in which the non-autistic/neurotypical partner can ask before stepping in to help (or parent) can be

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00:06:36

The Neurodiverse Love Conversation Cards-Understand,...

Neurodiverse Love with Mona Kay ·

2022/04/13

During this short bonus episode of the podcast, Mona shares “WHY” she created the Neurodiverse Love Conversation Cards, “HOW” they can be used so that each partner can feel safe to share their needs and wants, and “WHAT” can be achieved when both partners come from a place of grace and compassion. Mona's parents were in a Neurodiverse Love marriage for over 40 years and never knew. In addition, she didn't know she was in a neurodiverse relationship until the 29th year of her 30 year marriage. By

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