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Autism & Neurodiversity

Jason & Debbie Grygla

Parenting or working with neurodivergent children, teens, or young adults? Join us Jason Grygla, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Founder and Director of NeuroDev, a specialized mentoring program for neurodivergent young adults, and Debbie Grygla, Certified Parent Coach as we share practical tools, expert insights, and personal experiences to help you better support neurodivergents and foster their growth, development, and emotional well-being.

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00:20:18

Understanding Rigid Decisiveness with Jason & Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2025/01/24

“Why won’t they just change their mind?”If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated by a neurodivergent loved one’s black-and-white thinking or their refusal to reconsider a decision, you’re not alone. In this episode of Autism & Neurodiversity, we explore the common pattern of what Jason calls "rigid decisiveness." We unpack how this behavior—often misunderstood as stubbornness or immaturity—is rooted in lower brain functions like the need to avoid pain and conserve energy.We share some

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00:17:20

The Calm Before the Storm: Why Emotional Regulation...

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2025/01/17

🔵 Ever feel like your child’s emotions are a tornado, and you’re just trying to hold on? It’s exhausting, isn’t it?But here’s the truth: the key to helping your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult regulate their emotions starts with your calm. In this episode of Autism & Neurodiversity with Jason & Debbie, I’m sharing why emotional regulation begins with us as parents and how your calm presence can create a ripple effect in your home.If you’ve ever wondered why your best strategies

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00:14:42

Better Outcomes by Focusing on the Process with Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/12/14

Does it feel like no matter how hard you try, you’re not seeing the progress you hoped for with your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult? It’s easy to get caught up in the results we want, but sometimes, that focus can leave us feeling frustrated and disconnected.In this episode, we’ll dive into a fresh perspective that can help you feel more at ease and create real, lasting progress in your parenting journey.You'll Learn:Why focusing on results can unintentionally stall your child’s

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00:10:17

Finding Connection in the Chaos of the Holidays with...

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/12/06

The holiday season can be a time of joy and connection, but it can also bring a lot of stress—especially when your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult struggles to navigate the busyness and expectations. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to balance it all, this episode is for you.Join me as we explore how to find meaningful moments of connection in the chaos, give yourself and your child grace, and focus on what truly matters during this special time of year.You'll Learn:Why the

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00:31:04

7 Resilience Building Beliefs with Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/11/16

Does your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult seem to get stuck when facing challenges? Do they shut down or withdraw easily? If you're looking for ways to help them build resilience and navigate life's ups and downs with more confidence, this episode is for you. Join us as I share seven powerful beliefs that can transform your approach and help you and your loved one to thrive.You'll Learn:Why neurodivergents often have low resilience.What three things lower the development of resilience.The

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00:13:26

Why Waiting for Them to Get Motivated Is a Bad Idea...

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/10/25

Ever feel like you’re stuck in a waiting game, hoping your child, teen, or young adult will finally find the motivation to move forward? It’s a common struggle, especially when you’re parenting an autistic and/or neurodivergent, but here’s the hard truth: waiting for motivation is a losing strategy.In this episode of the Autism and Neurodiversity podcast, I’m diving into why waiting for them to get motivated will only make things harder and what they need from you as their parent that is actually

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00:16:30

When High IQ is Part of the Problem with Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/10/18

Does your brilliant child, teen, or young adult struggle with everyday tasks? It can be incredibly frustrating when they aren’t living up to their IQ potential. Society often equates intelligence with success, but the reality is more complex. Research also shows that those with high IQs have brains that may actually be getting in the way of their success. Tune in as I discuss some of the challenges high IQ neurodivergent young people face and important ways we can better support their development.👉

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00:48:48

Why Traditional Therapeutic Approaches Are Failing...

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/09/20

Join us for this chat with Josh Doyle, an Educational Consultant, with over 25 years of experience focused on helping children, adolescents, and young adults with challenges in learning, attention, social, emotional or behavioral issues. He also helps young adults who are struggling to find the traction necessary to move forward into independence. We discuss:Why some traditional therapeutic approaches for OCD especially with for neurodivergents not only fail but can even exacerbate issues. What is

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00:36:55

The Critical Role Connection Plays in Supporting...

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/09/13

What if the key to helping neurodivergent young people thrive isn't about intensive therapies, but something far more fundamental: human connection?Join hosts Jason and Debbie Grygla as they chat with Cam Sherman, the new executive director of the new NeuroDev Raleigh campus (formerly known as TechieForLife), about the transformative power of connection. Discover how building strong, supportive relationships can be the catalyst for personal growth and well-being in neurodivergent individuals.In this

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00:17:36

The Most Important Thing to Start with When Nothing...

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/08/30

Feeling frustrated and discouraged when your efforts to motivate your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult fall flat? We all want to support our young people in being motivated to do the things that will help them be more successful and happy.But often our efforts to help just lead to frustration, disconnect, and negative spirals.In this episode, I share the most important thing to start with when nothing you've tried is working. And the best part is it helps you build your relationship in the

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00:18:56

Motivating Change by Pointing Positive with Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/08/24

Do you find yourself frustrated when you correct your child, teen, or young adult and you’re met with resistance? On today’s episode of Autism & Neurodiversity, I’ll be sharing how one simple shift in communication, inspired by the recent river rafting trip we took our student on, can lead to improved emotional regulation, skill development, and increased trust between you and your loved one, especially if they’re autistic or neurodivergent. It’s not always easy to break old habits, but with a

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00:17:19

Rethinking SMART Goals for Neurodivergents with Jason

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/08/16

Are traditional goal-setting methods like SMART goals failing your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult? In this episode, discover a fresh perspective on fostering growth and connection. Learn why focusing on tasks rather than attributes like kindness and empathy can lead to stress and avoidance, and how an approach rooted in Eastern philosophies can create a healthier, more supportive environment for your loved one.Want more in-depth support?👇👇👇Join us for our upcoming workshop: Strategies

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00:17:48

Embracing Minimalism for Neurodivergent Well-being...

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/07/19

Let's talk about clutter! Anxiety, stress, and distractions plague our young people, especially our neurodivergent children, teens, and young adults. Reducing life clutter and focusing on the principals of minimalism can help. Learn the benefits of a minimalistic life approach and why it's a natural fit for our neurodivergent young people.Gain strategies for how to go about it in a way that is supportive. Want more in-depth support?👇👇👇BELONG to a community a community "that gets it" practicing

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00:16:27

Connecting with the Hard Ones with Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/07/05

We all would like to have meaningful connections with our children, teens, and young adults, and some of our young people are hard to connect with for various reasons. They require different approaches. The quality of our relationships impact our loved one's development and well-being. Discover some strategies for creating meaningful connections and learn how to attune to their unique needs, even when they're hard.➡️ Join me for my upcoming workshop: How to Connect When They Make It Hard, Wednesday,

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00:18:31

Mastering Crisis Response with Jason

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/06/28

Parenting comes with challenges. If you're parenting neurodivergents like children, teens, and young adults who are autistic, ADHDers, or have learning differences, those challenges can quickly turn into regular crises. In this episode, Jason discusses the personal and developmental aspects of responding to crises, contrasting it with professional crisis responders like EMTs and firefighters who manage to remain calm under pressure. Crisis response is a skill built with experience, maturity, and

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00:23:06

Nurturing Independence with Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/06/22

Independence isn't an age (18) or destination, it's having the skills to self-govern, self-advocate, and get needs met in healthy ways. Nurturing independence is important for toddlers to teens to twenty-somethings, and our autistic and neurodivergent young people often need more support.Providing either too much or too little support can impede development and sometimes finding a good balance can be tricky. On this episode of Autism & Neurodiversity I have some insights and practical tips to

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00:10:31

Narcissism & Autism with Jason

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/05/25

Autism is often confused with narcissism. Autistic traits are often misinterpreted as narcissistic. In this episode Jason delves into the complex relationship between autism and narcissism, highlighting the unique ways in which self-centeredness manifests in individuals on the autism spectrum. By exploring the neurological differences that contribute to these behaviors, Jason sheds light on the challenges faced by both neurodivergent individuals and their loved ones. He emphasizes the importance of

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00:14:02

Time Blindness and It's Complexities with Jason

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/05/03

The disabling effects of time blindness in neurodivergent individuals are often underestimated, overshadowed by more apparent symptoms. This common but often misunderstood trait in neurodivergent individuals, can have profound consequences on their daily lives and future prospects. Unlike mere forgetfulness or distraction, time blindness presents a unique challenge that affects how individuals with autism and ADHD navigate the world. By recognizing and addressing these cognitive hurdles, caregivers,

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00:19:34

Developmental Focus: Why It's Important with Debbie

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/04/27

Have you ever felt frustrated because you couldn't get your autistic or neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult to do something desirable or stop doing something undesirable? You've tried so many things and it's not working. Many parents and people working with young people get stuck in negative behavioral focused patterns. On today's episode of the Autism & Neurodiversity with Jason & Debbie podcast, I'm talking about why this may be happening and how to shift into a developmental

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00:11:28

The Shift from Parent to Mentor: A Critical...

Autism & Neurodiversity ·

2024/03/23

Are you tired of trying to make traditional parenting approaches work for you? Ready to make a profound shift that fosters genuine connections and sustainable growth for your child, teen, or young adult? In this episode, we explore the transformative power of NDM™ NeuroDevelopmental Mentoring and how adopting a mentor mindset can revolutionize your parenting journey. Discover the key to alleviating pressure, fostering autonomy, and nurturing meaningful connections that lead to long-term

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