RLL #226: Gifted and Distractible with Julie Skolnick

Raising Lifelong Learners

In today’s episode, Colleen has the privilege to talk with Julie Skolnick about raising and providing the best environment for gifted and 2e children.

Julie F. Rosenbaum Skolnick, M.A., J.D., Founder of With Understanding Comes Calm, LLC, passionately guides parents of gifted and distractible children, mentors 2e adults, trains educators and advises professionals on how to bring out the best and raise self-confidence in their 2e students and clients. A prolific writer and beloved speaker, Julie hosts "The Haystack 2e Adult Membership Group" which welcomes all ‘2e adult needles,’ hosts Let’s Talk 2e! Parent Empowerment Groups, produces virtual conferences, and publishes “Gifted & Distractible,” a free weekly newsletter.

Her book, Gifted and Distractible: Understanding, Supporting, and Advocating for Your Twice Exceptional Child, was released in October 2023. Located in Maryland, USA, Julie's clients, and audience hale from all four corners of the globe.

Our sponsor for today’s episode is CTC Math

Links and Resources from Today’s Show

Raising Lifelong Learners Membership Community - The Learners Lab

Julie's website: With Understanding Comes Calm

Gifted anGifted and Distractible: Understanding, Supporting, and Advocating for Your Twice Exceptional Child by Julie Skolnick

Parent Empowerment Group - With Understanding Comes Calm

The 2e Toolbox for Parents - With Understanding Comes Calm

Raising Resilient Sons by Colleen Kessler, M.Ed.

Guide Your Kids on the Path to Self-Discovery

Nurturing Authenticity | Supporting Neurodivergent Children in Discovering Their True Selves

Twice Exceptional Children And Homeschooling: What It’s Really Like - Raising Lifelong Learners

Parenting and Teaching a Twice Exceptional Child

Seeking Support for 2e Children and Adults: When Is It Too Early or Too Late? - With Understanding Comes Calm

Building Understanding and Trust with Twice Exceptional Loved Ones

Homeschooling Twice Exceptional Kids

Nurturing a Strength-Based Approach to Learning in Homeschooling

Being a Detective Allows Parents and Educators of 2e Children to Identify Triggers and Focus on Strengths - With Understanding Comes Calm

Emotional Regulation Free Gift from Julie Skolnick

The Different Faces of Giftedness: Understanding Your Child

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