Best Jason & Debbie Grygla Podcasts (2024)

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Mastering Crisis Response with Jason 18:31

5h ago18:31

18:31

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 …

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Nurturing Independence with Debbie 23:06

6d ago23:06

23:06

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 d…

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Narcissism & Autism with Jason 10:31

1M ago10:31

10:31

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 contribu…

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Time Blindness and It's Complexities with Jason 14:02

2M ago14:02

14:02

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…

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Developmental Focus: Why It's Important with Debbie 19:34

2M ago19:34

19:34

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…

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The Shift from Parent to Mentor: A Critical Transformation with Jason & Debbie 11:28

3M ago11:28

11:28

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…

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Big Announcement! Parenting to Mentor with Jason & Debbie 14:44

4M ago14:44

14:44

Friends, Hello! We've got something exciting to share with you in this episode! You know, parenting can be a rollercoaster, especially when it comes to raising neurodivergent young people. But, guess what? It doesn't have to be a struggle without hope. In today's episode, we're peeling back the curtain on our personal transformation moments and the…

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The Power in Choosing a Parenting Framework with Debbie 15:29

4M ago15:29

15:29

Parenting neurodivergents and those who have struggles can be overwhelming, especially when faced with conflicting advice. In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of choosing a framework to operate from. Learn how selecting a clear direction can help you move beyond confusion and towards effective solutions. Discover the key to targe…

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Move Beyond Quick Fixes to Sustainable Development with Debbie 21:25

4M ago21:25

21:25

Parenting neurodivergent children can be challenging, and relying on quick fixes may seem like an easy solution. However, these quick fixes can lead to long-term damage and hinder sustainable development. On today's episode of the Autism & Neurodiversity podcast, I'm discussing the pitfalls of using quick fixes and highlighting the importance of em…

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Stop Reacting and Start Nurturing Connection with Debbie 18:55

5M ago18:55

18:55

Parenting can be hard, especially when you have an autistic or neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult. It's easy to find yourself constantly reacting to your loved one's undesirable or challenging behaviors. And... it's a stressful way to be parenting. Reactive approaches fall short of addressing your young person's needs, and it's a damaging c…

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Attachment & Autism Deep Dive Part 3 with Dr. Jack Hinman 20:44

5M ago20:44

20:44

Ever get discourage with trying to connect with your neurodivergent teen or young adult? You're not alone. This 3-part episode series dives into the crucial, yet often overlooked, link between neurodiversity (like ADHD or autism) and attachment styles. Experts Jason Grygla, LCMHC, MA and Dr. Jack Hinman, with over 50 years of combined experience, u…

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Attachment & Autism Deep Dive Part 2 with Dr. Jack Hinman 22:44

5M ago22:44

22:44

Ever get discourage with trying to connect with your neurodivergent teen or young adult? You're not alone. This 3-part episode series dives into the crucial, yet often overlooked, link between neurodiversity (like ADHD or autism) and attachment styles. Experts Jason Grygla, LCMHC, MA and Dr. Jack Hinman, with over 50 years of combined experience, u…

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Attachment & Autism Deep Dive Part 1 with Dr. Jack Hinman 26:19

6M ago26:19

26:19

Ever get discourage with trying to connect with your neurodivergent teen or young adult? You're not alone. This 3-part episode series dives into the crucial, yet often overlooked, link between neurodiversity (like ADHD or autism) and attachment styles. Experts Jason Grygla, LCMHC, MA and Dr. Jack Hinman, with over 50 years of combined experience, u…

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3 Steps to Reducing Stress Mini-Series Part 3 with Debbie 13:43

6M ago13:43

13:43

Feeling the holiday squeeze? The holidays can be magical... and manic, especially when your neurodivergent loved ones are on sensory overload. In this Part 3 of our holiday stress-busting mini-series, we dive deep into the hidden challenges that neurodivergent kids face and uncover a key strategy for calmer holidays or any time for years to come. I…

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3 Steps to Reducing Stress Mini-Series Part 2 with Debbie 13:07

6M ago13:07

13:07

Feeling frazzled instead of festive? The holidays bring joy, but for families with neurodivergent children, the season can be a sensory overload meltdown-maker. Part 2 in this mini-series on reducing stress I'll help you understand the hidden challenges that add to stress and one of the keys to calmer holidays or anytime for years to come. If you e…

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3 Steps to Reducing Stress Mini-Series Part 1 with Debbie 10:52

7M ago10:52

10:52

Holiday season is here, bringing festive cheer but also potential meltdowns for families with autistic and neurodivergent children, teens, and young adults. In part one of this mini-series, I have some important perspectives to support you in taking care of yourself and your loved ones so that you can enjoy more of the good stuff over the holidays …

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Managing Our Expectations with Jason 16:42

7M ago16:42

16:42

Parenting is one of those jobs that rarely matches up with our expectations. The challenges of parenting an autistic or neurodivergent is an experience many of us were not well prepared for. Sometimes it's hard to adjust our expectations for what it would be like, what our child would be like, and what our definitions of success look like. If you a…

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Boost Their Resilience with Debbie 15:51

7M ago15:51

15:51

It takes resilience to grow, develop, and be happy and successful in life when we have very real struggles. Resilient children, teens, and young adults are more willing to try things and try at them for longer. Low resilience leads to giving up quickly or even refusing to try. Get some insightful tips on how to foster resilience in your child, teen…

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Supporting the Transition into Adulthood with Jason 19:25

8M ago19:25

19:25

Parenting an autistic and/or neurodivergent child can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. As they transition into adulthood, the question of independence often arises. In this episode, Jason explores practical strategies to help neurodivergent young adults navigate the path to self-reliance. Join him as he delves into essential life skills, sel…

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The Secret to Building Their Confidence with Debbie 17:11

8M ago17:11

17:11

Do you want to raise a confident child, teen or young adult? One who is not afraid to take risks, try new things, and perseveres in the face of challenges? When you get skilled at building their self-confidence you can help them be more successful even if they are autistic, an ADHDer or neurodivergent with disabilities that make things extra challe…

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When Your Love One Pulls Away with Jason 12:33

8M ago12:33

12:33

Do you have a teen or young adult in your life who is pulling away from you? If so, you're not alone. Many teens and young adults but especially autistic and neurodivergents go through a phase where they need to distance themselves from their parents in order to grow and develop their own identity. When you understand why neurodivergent young peopl…

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Crush Shame & Boost Well-being by Parenting with Empathy with Debbie 12:59

8M ago12:59

12:59

Our young people, especially our autistic and neurodivergent, thrive when they're met with support and empathy, and spiral down when they're met with shame-based approaches and rejection. It can be challenging to offer empathy, especially when your child, teen, or young adult is behaving negatively or acting out. But empathy is an essential tool fo…

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Mania and Neurodiversity: What Parents Need to Know with Jason 7:10

9M ago7:10

7:10

Does your autistic or neurodivergent loved one swing between manic, over the top, emotions and depression? In this episode, Jason talks about the challenges of extreme swings in emotionally dysregulated states. This can lead to problems in their relationships, at work, and in other areas of their lives. Being more aware of the signs of mania can he…

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Breaking the Cycle of Shame-based Parenting Approaches with Debbie 16:30

9M ago16:30

16:30

Have you ever tried to stop yelling at your kids, only to find yourself yelling again? Have you tried rewarding and punishing, but it's not working? If so, you're not alone. Many of us were parented with shame-based approaches, and we may be unintentionally using the same approaches with our own kids. But the research shows that shame-based parenti…

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Time Blindness and It's Impact on Connecting Cause and Effect with Jason 9:55

9M ago9:55

9:55

Time blindness is a common challenge for autistics and neurodivergents. It can make it difficult to estimate how long it will take to complete a task, to plan ahead, and to meet deadlines. This can lead to frustration and anxiety for both parents and their children. Understanding some of the nuances of time blindness can help us develop more suppor…

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Boundaries with Love: Fostering Attachment and Autonomy with Debbie 13:59

9M ago13:59

13:59

Have you ever felt powerless, confused, angry, or resentful because you were struggling to hold healthy boundaries with your child, teen, or young adult? Or maybe you thought you were holding boundaries, but they felt ineffective or even damaging to your relationship? In this episode, I share my insights on how to set healthy boundaries with love, …

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Beyond 'No': Building Stronger Bonds with Debbie 11:44

11M ago11:44

11:44

Learn how saying 'yes' can strengthen bonds, promote open communication, and guide your child's growth. Discover practical strategies to shift from conflict to connection, leading to empowered, confident kids. Tune in for a fresh perspective on effective parenting. Follow "Debbie Grygla" on Instagram Visit our website JasonDebbie.com If you liked t…

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Mindful Parenting: Embracing Connection as a Practice for Success with Debbie 13:59

11M ago13:59

13:59

If you've ever felt stuck in your attempts to build a meaningful bond, Debbie is here to share a powerful tool that can transform your relationship into one of influence and connection. Discover how this tool can lead to better support for your child's success, development, and overall happiness while enhancing the joy and fulfillment you experienc…

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Unraveling the Power of Novelty: How Dopamine Drives Motivation in ADHDers with Jason 21:09

11M ago21:09

21:09

"How do you motivate them?" It helpes to understand dopamine, the neurotransmitter connected with feeling good and motivated. ADHDers have issues with dopamine levels and transmition. They need more support to increase their dopamine. Novelty is a powerful tool that can help. Follow "Debbie Grygla" on Instagram. Visit our website JasonDebbie.com If…

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101. Motivation Challenges: The intersection of PDA, OCD, and Paralysis by Analysis with Jason 12:34

12M ago12:34

12:34

In this episode we explore what may appear as laziness or self-sabotage, but is actually a battle with three anxiety-induced barriers. These common barriers overwhelm and frustrate neurodivergent individuals, hindering their progress. Learn how mindful and intentional mentoring can guide them towards taking that leap of faith, break free of barrier…

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100. What Matters Most with Jason and Debbie 21:37

12M ago21:37

21:37

As we celebrate our 100th episode of this podcast, we reflect on our difficult parenting journey and compare what we used to think was most important to what we value now. Join us as we share what we've learned matters most. In this episode, you will be able to: Delve into the power of practicing presence for savoring life's most precious moments. …

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99. Navigating Through Essential Developmental Experiences with Debbie 16:25

1y ago16:25

16:25

It’s tricky to navigate through essential developmental experiences–even more so with autistic or neurodivergent young people. You may even find that you’re sheltering them from those experiences. What if there was another way? A way in which you and your autistic young person experience less stress and more delight because you’ve been given the to…

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98. How to Manage Neurodivergent Emotional Dysregulation with Jason 8:36

1y ago8:36

8:36

Even with the best of intentions neurodivergent individuals can become emotionally dysregulated. It is a common experience among these young people and it is often misunderstood or overlooked by those around them. Through personal stories we aim to give you the tools to better support your young people in managing their emotions and finding ways to…

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97. Decoding Behaviors: Understanding Your Young Adult's Developmental Stage with Debbie 26:14

1y ago26:14

26:14

Is there a better way to view your child’s development and behavior rather than by age? Do you find yourself getting derailed by your expectations of their behavior and developmental stage? In this episode we explore a supportive lens that facilitates a more positive frame of mind for the expectations you have for your child–a lens which benefits t…

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96. Prioritizing Relationships Over Behaviors with Jason 9:56

1y ago9:56

9:56

We’re all doing our best to raise happy and successful children. Even with the best of intentions, things can go in the opposite direction of what we intended. In this episode, Jason shares a personal story about a negative experience he had while parenting his son and the important lesson in it if you want to improve your relationship with the chi…

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95. How to Effectively Homeschool Neurodivergent Children with Shannon Biancamano 34:18

1y ago34:18

34:18

Have you ever thought about homeschooling your neurodivergent child only to be derailed by your own thoughts of inadequacy? With our guest, Shannon Biancamano, we discuss how homeschool can be a real possibility. She shares her experience and insights into how she successfully does just that with her own neurodivergent children. Get full show notes…

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94. Emotion Regulation Skill Development with Debbie 26:20

1y ago26:20

26:20

Emotional regulation is more than just maintaining a state of calmness. It requires an awareness of self and the ability to connect with others we trust. Another part of emotional regulation is being able to sit in our negative emotions, which are a normal part of the human experience. If we model that sadness is bad our children will try to avoid …

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93. Co-regulation Why it Matters When You Parent or Work with Autistic & Neurodivergent Young People with Debbie 18:41

1y ago18:41

18:41

Our role in co-regulation can have a significant impact on an autistic or neurodivergent's ability to develop self-regulation skills. Multiple studies suggest this impacts every area of their life and well-being. Are the approaches you're taking offering co-regulation or co-escalation? This matters! Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/93…

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92. Becoming a Better Mentor with Jason 11:48

1y ago11:48

11:48

Have you ever wondered if you are an effective mentor? Is there anything else you could be doing to meet your full mentoring potential? In this episode we talk about four types of roles a mentor can fulfill to reach to their fullest potential. As you build a foundationally strong mentoring relationship your mentee will begin to see greater benefits…

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91. One of the Biggest Barriers to Effective Parenting with Debbie 13:37

1y ago13:37

13:37

There are many barriers to effective parenting, but in this episode we’re going to discuss one of the biggest barriers that I frequently coach parents on, judgement. It often causes our neurodivergent loved ones to become stagnant in their progress and stay there. It keeps us as a mentor in a lower brain nervous system state, where worry, fear and …

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90. Attachment and Relationships with Jason 15:49

1+ y ago15:49

15:49

Human nature leads us to naturally impute our own needs and understanding of the world on others, but is this the best method of developing a relationship with your neurodivergent loved one? We often ask questions that aren’t beneficial for that relationship, like “How social are they?” What if instead we asked, “Does my loved one want to interact …

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89. Supportive Mentoring Relationships with Debbie 13:43

1+ y ago13:43

13:43

Why is a supportive mentoring relationship so important? One of the most effective ways to connect and garner trust with our autistic or neurodivergent loved one is by developing this type of relationship. Mentoring is more than just words–It is more than advice. As we tune into their individual and unique needs as a mentor we avoid unrealistic exp…

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88. Insights from a Therapeutic Consultant with Shayna Abraham 30:40

1+ y ago30:40

30:40

Take advantage of the expertise of therapeutic consultant Shayna Abraham. She has been helping parents and families navigate therapeutic treatment decisions for 20 years and shares great insights, like alternatives to traditional university, how to overcome the struggles families face, and why it is so important for parents to find like-minded, sup…

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87. Seriously Mentally Ill with Jason 22:07

1+ y ago22:07

22:07

Does neurodivergence automatically predispose one to mental health issues? Why is it so difficult for an autistic or neurodivergent individual to manage mental illness? In a subset of this community, severe mental illness is a very real and debilitating issue. There are steps you can take to mitigate the negative effects of those issues. Get full s…

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86. Power Struggles with Debbie 13:47

1+ y ago13:47

13:47

Are you parenting from a behavioral or default mode? Is your child behaving or complying out of fear? Are they stuck in a fight-or-flight brain state? Fear and power tactics damage relationships and development in children, especially neurodivergent children. Learn how to parent from a position of connection and collaboration to strengthen your rel…

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85. When Comfort Now Creates Pain Later with Jason 14:41

1+ y ago14:41

14:41

Neurodivergent children have a more difficult time growing or developing resilience during struggles. For this reason, well-meaning parents often create an environment where their children are not challenged, but instead remain in a constant state of comfort. Learn why this creates comfort and family harmony in the short term, but doesn’t provide t…

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84. How to Love Parenting Your Autistic or Neurodivergent Young Person with Debbie 16:41

1+ y ago16:41

16:41

The challenges that come with parenting autistic and / or neurodivergents can be hard. There may be things you dislike or even downright hate. It's hard to show up and parent effectively when we feel this way. What if you could love your parenting experience? Would you show up differently? Be more effective? Learn how to love your experience and sh…

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83. Common Mistakes Parents and Mentors Make When Setting Goals with Jason 14:04

1+ y ago14:04

14:04

There are some common mistakes we see parents making when they set goals for themselves or to help their autistic and/or neurodivergent loved ones. Don't make these mistakes! Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/83By Jason Grygla

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82. Parental Goals Achieved Easier with Debbie 18:27

1+ y ago18:27

18:27

If you want to achieve your parenting goals easier then create a plan to set yourself up for success. Don't rely on will-power alone. Learn how to have more fun and make it easier to work on your parenting goals. Get full show notes here: JasonDebbie.com/82By Debbie Grygla

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81. Balance of Power in a Mentoring Relationship with Jason 23:15

1+ y ago23:15

23:15

The balance of power in a mentoring type relationship with a young person is continually adjusting as a child develops into adulthood. As you parent, shifting ownership to them is an important part of their development. When they are autistic and/or neurodivergent and have a different timeline for developmental milestones it can create challenges a…

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