Best Emily Harrington Podcasts (2024)

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266: A Summertime Plan that Can Work for Everyone, with Penny Williams 23:42

3m ago23:42

23:42

In this episode of Beautifully Complex, we’re focusing on making summertime rewarding and manageable for neurodiverse families. I’ll guide you through a summer plan that encompasses structured activities, personal growth, and meaningful connections. This episode is packed with strategies starting with how to create an adaptable visual plan using to…

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E113: The Warrior Poet, Masculinity Fully Lived w/ John Lovell 1:17:46

1h ago1:17:46

1:17:46

Today I sit down with John Lovell, founder of the Warrior Poets Society, to discuss what it means for men to fully live according to their purpose. We discuss what it means for men to be a “warrior poet,” what the “Red Pill” community gets right about society’s issues about men and how they miss the target with their solutions, the importance of fa…

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Emily Donohoe. Back Breaking Work and Done at One. 1:19:02

12h ago1:19:02

1:19:02

I met Emily D. when I was an eager mom who has since peaked at parenthood. Sign up for all the things. Take all the notes. Fill up the calendar. She was president of our pre-k board and patient with my onslaught of questions. At this time, Emily was laid up and recovering from one of MANY surgeries to repair and reconstruct the bones that keep fail…

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265: Strategies for Young Autistic Learners, with Tara Phillips, SLP 36:18

4m ago36:18

36:18

In this episode, I’m joined by Tara Phillips, speech language pathologist and founder of Autism Little Learners. She shares some transformative tools and techniques which have significantly benefited her students, such as the use of visual supports and predictable routines. Together, Tara and I explore the importance of positive connections and a s…

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Adrian Ballinger: Live from Everest Base Camp 58:16

6h ago58:16

58:16

Episode 4 comes to you straight from Everest Base Camp! Sam and Adrian catch up and discuss what has been 4-years in the making: Alpenglow Expeditions' return to the north side of Mt. Everest since the closure as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. After hearing about changes on the mountain, and the current state of the Everest season, the two dive…

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E112: Why This Feminist Became Anti-Progressive w/ Mary Harrington 57:04

2d ago57:04

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Today I sit down with British journalist, Mary Harrington, to discuss her transition from leftist feminism to promoting an anti-progressive feminism. We discuss some of the history of feminism, how the cultural changes of Industrial Revolution became the catalyst for the first feminist movements, why a true feminist sees good marriages as part of t…

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Grace (Khachaturian) Hurtubise. It's OK and Finding Peace in Unexpected Places. 1:11:35

8d ago1:11:35

1:11:35

What a pleasure it was to sit across from a professional in communications. I had a lot more in common than I expected with this old soul, wise-beyond-her-years, grounded girl. Listen as this Champaign native talks purity before marriage, leaving the popular ciLiving local lifestyle show, maintaining uncompromisable roots while being flexible enoug…

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264: Handling Behavior Struggles with Dignity, with Wendy Snyder 28:06

23m ago28:06

28:06

This time on Beautifully Complex, I'm exploring behavior struggles and conscious discipline with my guest, Wendy Snyder, a positive parenting educator and family life coach. We discuss how understanding behaviors as communication changes our perspective, helping us view challenges as signals of need and teaching opportunities. Join us as we dive in…

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E111: How Gen Z Gives Us Hope w/ Isabel Brown 49:54

6d ago49:54

49:54

While many of the statistics about Gen Z imply that this generation is falling away from traditional values, Isabel Brown begs to differ. On today’s podcast, Isabel Brown, author and cultural commentator, and I discuss the truth about Gen Z. We discuss the religious and political trends of Gen Z, how Gen Z women’s sexuality is effected by social co…

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Nicole Morgan. Prison Break and the Lead Tree in Peter Pan. 1:09:51

15d ago1:09:51

1:09:51

Big personality. Red hair. Red lip. Huge heart. Her life ballooned beyond blue collar expectations into a higher education in performance. A built-in family and a special needs child lead her to a life of nurturing, advocating and creating a new normal. Listen to this Pontiac, Illinois transplant talk operatic music, singing as a learned skill, big…

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E110: What Your Temperament Says About You w/ Alexandre Havard 1:14:49

15d ago1:14:49

1:14:49

Today I sit down with Alexandre Havard, author and international speaker, to discuss the relationship between the four temperaments and virtue. We discuss what we can learn from the story of Jerome Lejeune, each temperament’s virtues and vices, why the temperaments are important to learn, the temperaments of different saints, how to use knowledge o…

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263: Understood Explains IEPs from Understood.org 15:56

4d ago15:56

15:56

The terms IEP and 504 plan may come up a lot when you’re looking into special education for your child. These school supports do some of the same things, but one can provide more services and the other is easier to get. And it’s important to know the differences in order to get your child the support they need. On this episode of Beautifully Comple…

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E109: Healing Infertility and Period Problems Holistically 1:13:24

9d ago1:13:24

1:13:24

What are the best and most holistic ways to treat infertility? How can we heal and regulate our hormones without defaulting to synthetic hormones? Today I welcome Dr. Lauren Rubal, MD, back to the show to unpack the holistic approach to women’s reproductive health. We discuss what it means to treat women holistically instead of using conventional b…

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Caroline Gleich: From Skis to the US Senate 1:28:17

17d ago1:28:17

1:28:17

In Episode 3 of The Duffel Shuffle, Adrian and Sam sit down with ski mountaineer Caroline Gleich. The start off talking about one of Caroline's most notable accomplishments, becoming the fourth person and first woman to ski all lines in Andrew McLean's book, The Chuting Gallery. Following this accomplishment, Caroline set her sights on the greater …

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Brett Shaw. Addicted to Feeling Good and Vibe Setter. 1:06:39

21d ago1:06:39

1:06:39

Electric. Energetic. Magnetic. He doesn't even drink caffeine anymore. He is high on life. Brett feeds off people, hard work, momentum and passion. New to his schedule and routine, is the hard-to-achieve concept of BALANCE. This is the only podcast I didn't have to edit and the only podcast guest that brought a professional videographer/photographe…

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E108: Parenting That Heals w/ Erica Komisar 1:33:40

11d ago1:33:40

1:33:40

Today I welcome back Erica Komisar, Psychoanalyst and Parent Coach, to pick up where we left off from our last conversation about the importance of being present to our children at their earliest stages. In today’s fascinating conversation we unpack more best practices for parents to support the development of their children in the most critical st…

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262: Emotional Support Animals, with Dan Maigler, LCSW 27:13

11d ago27:13

27:13

In this episode, I'm chatting with my guest Daniel Maigler, about the transformative roles of emotional support animals. Dan's insights as a social worker and mental health advisor for Paws for Patrick reveal how emotional support animals can aid those facing mental health challenges. Dan shares the poignant story behind Paws for Patrick, emphasizi…

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Why I Run Special: Nims Purja – I run to achieve my goals 23:53

21d ago23:53

23:53

In this special one-off episode ahead of the 2024 Wings for Life World Run on May 5, Why I Run host Ayo Akinwolere sits down with the awe-inspiring Nims Purja. Nims is an ex-Ghurka and one of the world’s best mountaineers. He’s achieved some incredible physical feats – including summiting the world’s 14 tallest mountains at record-breaking speeds. …

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Nicole Allen. Cold Calling and It's Not Always Black and White. 47:13

28d ago47:13

47:13

A farming family gave Nicole the foundation for a degree in agriculture, a husband in agriculture and a first job in agriculture. Two kids later, Nicole has traded in corn and soybeans for color analysis. This home-run business has kept her calendar full beyond her wildest expectations. Listen to this Ursa native, a town of 600 people, talk small t…

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E107: The Beautiful Lessons of Birth w/ Emily Wilson 1:03:21

28d ago1:03:21

1:03:21

Today I sit down with my dear friend Emily Wilson, author, speaker, musician, and Youtuber, to discuss the lessons we’ve learned from our birth stories. The two of us have due dates a few weeks apart, both with our third child and our first girl. We discuss the difficulty and beauty of having a different body during pregnancy and after the birth of…

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261: Extreme Language Around Emotions, with Penny Williams 15:28

18d ago15:28

15:28

In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I tackle why our kids and teens might use extreme language to express their emotions. We're recognizing that expressions like "I hate you" or phrases that include aggression or violence often aren't literal but signal an inability to articulate complex emotions. I talk about the importance of distinguishing b…

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259: Insights on Bullying: Understanding Aggression, Building Resilience, with Brooks Gibbs, Ph.D. 29:30

1M ago29:30

29:30

Brooks Gibbs, Ph.D. is joining me for a conversation on Insights on Bullying: Understanding Aggression, Building Resilience. His expertise in social psychology shines a light on the intricate dance between aggression and resilience — especially in the lives of our neurodivergent kids. In this episode, you'll hear stories close to my heart, includin…

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E106: This Fertility Doctor Believes IVF is Not The Answer 1:01:29

21d ago1:01:29

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Today I welcome back Dr. Lauren Rubal, MD, Ob/Gyn, reproductive care physician, and former IVF doctor, to break down the practice of In Vitro Fertilization and why it is not the way we should treat infertility. We discuss the in-depth process of IVF, what harms IVF can bring to children as well as parents, the forgotten plight of the embryos who ar…

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Topo Mena: From Climbing 8,000m Peaks to Relearning to Walk 1:41:10

1M ago1:41:10

1:41:10

In Episode 2 of the Duffel Shuffle Podcast, Adrian sit's down with Ecuadorian Mountain Guide, and Black Diamond athlete, Topo Mena. Topo talks about his start in climbing, his mentor Iván Vallejo, and a recent accident paragliding. After Topo's accident, he's been forced to adjust his perspective on life, and the love he has for the mountains.…

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Andrew & Emily Harrington. The Boston Massacre and Andrew the Male Nurse. 1:13:29

1M ago1:13:29

1:13:29

My husband, Andrew Harrington, and I podcast from our Boston hotel room. Our third guest, the hotel housekeeper, makes multiple off-MIC cameos. We are in Massachusetts in an effort to follow the Illini Basketball Team through March Madness. This obsession (of Andrews) leads to an achilleas injury from overuse of the gas pedal during these 14-hour u…

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E105: Balancing Content Creation and Family Life w/ Allie Beth Stuckey 42:01

1M ago42:01

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Today I sit down with my dear friend Allie Beth Stuckey, the host of the “Relatable” podcast, to discuss the balancing act of being a mom while producing a popular and growing show and being a leading voice in culture. We discuss our different experiences with birth, how different seasons in life call for different commitments, how kids make you a …

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260: Navigating Life Challenges with Purpose and Progress (not perfection), with Shari Leid 31:41

25d ago31:41

31:41

In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I have the pleasure of talking with Shari Leid of An Imperfectly Perfect Life. Together, we’re talking about purposeful living and parenting and celebrating gradual progress over the pursuit of perfection. Shari shares her deep insights on the value of recognizing and fostering the inherent strengths in our c…

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E104: My Response to Trump's Abortion Stance + The Vatican’s Declaration 1:01:10

29d ago1:01:10

1:01:10

On today's Live I comment on Trump's latest statements about his stance that abortion is only a states issue, not a national issue. I'll also be talking about The Vatican's latest declaration "Dignitas Infinita" on Human Dignity, as well as taking your questions live. Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/ Support us on Patreon: ht…

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Airiel Sadler. Reasons to Celebrate Get Taken Away and the Importance of Fresh Shoes. 1:00:26

1M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

I had the pleasure of meeting weekly with Airiel Sadler during the 2024 rehearsals of That's What She Said. She was shy, then sweet, then vulnerable, then funny then articulate. Each time I listened to her speak, her words became more dynamic and more meaningful. She got 7 minutes on stage. Here is the full story of her glorious mess. Listen as thi…

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E103: The Most Important Holiday Is Not Christmas w/ Fr. Ambrose Christe 1:25:49

2M ago1:25:49

1:25:49

On this special Easter Tuesday episode I sit down with Fr. Ambrose Christe, Norbertine Priest, to discuss the importance of not only Easter Sunday, but the 50-day Easter Season. We discuss why Easter is a more important holiday than Christmas, where Easter Bunnies and Easter Eggs come from, what Jesus did on Holy Saturday, the Eucharist, the Passov…

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Emily Harrington: America's Best All-Around Mountain Athlete? 1:09:54

2M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

Sam and Adrian kick off Episode 1 with some current news, discussing a recent tragedy in the Alps and how light and fast ski touring may have played a roll, as well as beginning to cover the upcoming Everest season, which is headlined by the re-opening of the North Side of the Mountain. Following the news, the Duffel Shuffle Podcast welcomes its fi…

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Rachel Lindemann. I've Been Told I Register Young and Slashers. 1:06:43

2M ago1:06:43

1:06:43

It's not easy to follow your dream, to start something from scratch, to hustle and practice and hone your craft in the hopes that you are talented enough, or lucky enough, to one day be discovered for the gifts that you have to share. Listen as this local talks about her background in dance. This background would create a craving for the stage. She…

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E102: The Evidence and Science of the Resurrection w/ Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J. 1:35:33

2M ago1:35:33

1:35:33

As we enter into the Triduum on this Holy Thursday, we have our sights on Easter, to celebrate the Resurrection. In today’s fascinating episode, I sit down again with Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J., physicist, Catholic priest, and President of the Magis Center to discuss some of the evidence and science of the Resurrection. We discuss 3 different ways to…

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258: What to Do When Your Kid Isn’t Listening, with Penny Williams 16:04

1M ago16:04

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Let's talk about what to do when your kid isn't listening. Remember, they might be processing your words in non-traditional ways, so it's important to find alternative approaches to help them focus, process, and follow through. From recognizing distractions to accommodating slow processing speeds, I offer practical advice to help parents navigate t…

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E101: Birth Control Critics Censored, TikTok, Christ is King + Q&A 1:07:05

2M ago1:07:05

1:07:05

Today I'll be discussing how a Washington Post journalist and TikTok are censoring critics of birth control, while promoting new birth control methods. Also, as we enter into Holy Week, I will be giving my thoughts on the true meaning of Christ being King. Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/ Thanks to today's Sponsors: Good Ranc…

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Wes Hanner. The Modern-Day Ice Cream Man and a Need for Redemption. 51:22

2M ago51:22

51:22

How did this once cubicle dwelling-ad salesman turn into the modern-day ice cream man? Listen as this local talks about his college days: the good, the bad and the ugly, how these days led to a need to prove himself, how my own good, bad and ugly days overlap with his, his full circle return to his fraternity house as a mentor to the younger guys, …

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Duffel Shuffle Podcast is Coming Soon 7:39

2M ago7:39

7:39

Welcome to the Duffel Shuffle Podcast!By Adrian Ballinger and Sam Kieckhefer

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257: The Control Trap, with Penny Williams 26:07

2M ago26:07

26:07

In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I explore the detrimental effects of trying to control kids, emphasizing the importance of a humanistic approach to behavior. After watching the recent documentary series on Netflix called "The Program," I was both horrified by the trauma that the “troubled teen industry” causes and inspired to talk about the…

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E100: Behind The Movie Cabrini w/ Executive Producer Eduardo Verastegui 36:51

2M ago36:51

36:51

Today I talk with Eduardo Verastegui, Executive Producer of the film Cabrini. We talk about what inspired the creation of the film about an under-recognized saint, how the success of Sound of Freedom made this film possible, and how he and his team respond to the criticism of the film. Eduardo also makes a special announcement about an incredible n…

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DeAngelo Newson with Wife Stef. Love at First Bite With the Meat Man and High Expectations Lead to Heated Conversations. 1:05:50

2M ago1:05:50

1:05:50

This professionally trained chef, with wife Stef, fell in love with cooking food when he saw his cousin's face light up while eating his first solo dish. This passion won out over his second love, basketball, and would lead him to the pursuit of higher education at Le Cordon Bleu in Atlanta. This militant environment would widdle a thousand student…

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E99: Why Gender Matters 1:09:40

2M ago1:09:40

1:09:40

It has always been common sense to believe that boys and girls are different, yet modern “intellectuals” have been questioning these basic truths, blaming “social conditioning” for the cause of gender differences. Today I sit down with Dr. Leonard Sax, MD PhD, to debunk common myths about gender. We discuss how boys and girls have different brain d…

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256: Breaking Down Motivation: Helping Teens and Young Adults Find Their Path to Success, with Melanie McNally, Psy.D. 28:17

2M ago28:17

28:17

In this episode of the Beautifully Complex podcast, I sit down with Dr. Melanie McNally, a clinical psychologist and brain coach who specializes in working with tweens, teens, and young adults. Together, we explore the struggles that many young adults face in finding motivation and direction. Dr. Melanie shares her expertise on helping young adults…

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E98: Why Cabrini Is A Must See 41:07

2M ago41:07

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Modern movies with “strong female leads” often emphasize a character’s physical strength or appearance and their ability to discover themselves and take on the world. I got the chance to see Cabrini, which is about a celibate Catholic Religious sister serving the poorest of the poor Italian immigrants in New York — and being a true mother to the or…

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Anthony Corapi. Under a Microscope and Growing up in a World Where Everything’s Permissible but Nothing’s Forgivable. 1:07:37

2M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

This retiree of the US Navy, changed his course entirely at the height of his military career. Move up or move out. He didn't opt for travel and noon naps, rather he chose steering a ship full of high school students. Listen as this Brooklyn-born New Yorker talks about meeting the woman that will get him to Heaven, being the Chief Operating Officer…

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E97: Debunking Biden’s State of the Union, Kate Cox, and IVF Alabama Update 42:18

2M ago42:18

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Today I'll be exposing Biden's lies from the State of the Union about abortion, debunking the Kate Cox case, and I'll be addressing the law that just passed in Alabama providing legal immunity to IVF clinics. Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/ Thanks to today's Sponsors: Good Ranchers: https://go.goodranchers.com/lila Purchase …

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255: 7 Steps to Help Kids & Teens with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, with Penny Williams 20:13

2M ago20:13

20:13

In this episode of the Beautifully Complex podcast, I tackle the topic of rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) and provide 7 essential steps to help kids and teens facing this challenge. I share insights on recognizing signs of RSD in kids and teens, fostering open communication, building self-esteem, challenging negative thought patterns, teaching …

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E96: Exposing Pornhub and Fighting for California 1:02:35

3M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

Today I sit down with two different movers and shakers who are doing big things in the fight for the protection of the dignity of human life. Arden Young, with Sound Investigations, went undercover to meet with leaders in Porn Hub to investigate their rumored malpractices. In these meetings, Arden recorded many of their leaders explicitly admitting…

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Ryann Monahan. When are You Finally Considered a Townie and Rewriting the Script of Your Life. 1:11:16

3M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

Once upon a time at a local baby pool, a talkative, pretty, friendly mom with a 100-watt smile struck up a conversation with me. Almost a decade later, this mom and I would end up living in parallel orbits as our sons traveled through summers, sports and school together. Listen as this Chicago suburbanite talks about her life raising three boys int…

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E95: The Power of Fasting (And Why You Should Do It) 1:08:35

3M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

Fasting has become a popular fad for people employing a new diet, but for religious people, fasting takes on a depth of spiritual meaning. Today I sit down with Fr. Peter Adrian, Norbertine priest and chef, to discuss why Christians fast during Lent, the ancient Christian traditions of fasting, the physical and spiritual benefits of fasting, the im…

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254: How to Be a Neuro-Affirming Parent or Teacher, with Emily Kircher-Morris, M.A., M.ED., LPC 35:13

2M ago35:13

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In today's episode, Emily Kircher-Morris, M.A., M.ED., LPC is back and we're unpacking what it means to be a neuro-affirmative parent or teacher. We explore the pressures that neurodivergent kids face, especially the expectation to camouflage their true selves. Emily, with her dual expertise in education and counseling, is sharing invaluable insigh…

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