In this hard-hitting episode, Linda chats to lifelong passionate educator, ADHD expert and late diagnosed ADHD'er Simon Da Roza.

He tells the story of his own traumatic school experiences growing up in rural NSW and how after one particular horrible incident with a teacher, he decided he was not going to become an electrician after all but become the best darn teacher he could be.

He was true to his word and has dedicated his life to education, from teaching in the classroom to creating his neurodiversity-focused business 'Exceptional Learners'. He shares many brilliant insights into how to inspire and empower neuro-divergent students. Also how he helps parents and teachers to understand and provide learning environments which encourage students to thrive not just survive.

He also shares his passion for advocating for neuro-affirming change and improvement within a rigid educational system. And of course, we talk about his glimmers, the little things that bring him joy. It's an episode not to be missed!

Trigger warning- please be aware there is mention of historical abuse within a school setting.

To get in touch with Simon you can contact him via his website: https://www.xceptionallearners.com/

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Join Linda Buchanan as she chats with talented digital creator and all-round lovely human, Lindsey Sanderson. Lindsey's story is incredibly inspiring as she candidly shares the challenging times in her life so far, the impact they've had and the inner-strength she found to get through them.

From growing up in Yorkshire, motherhood, moving to Australia, overcoming AML Leukaemia, a lifetime of feeling misunderstood as an undiagnosed AUDHD'er female to finally receiving a life-affirming diagnosis in her 40's. She does of course also talk about her many glimmers and what makes her heart happy!

Lindsey is now on a beautiful journey of healing past trauma, continuing to break generational cycles with her own amazing children; and generously sharing her knowledge and showcasing other digital creators via her wonderfully safe and neuro-affirming digital space on Facebook - her page Lindsey Sanderson Beautiful Chaos With Neuro Untamed

Sit back, grab a coffee and enjoy!

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Join us for chat with Veronica Morris. Veronica was once told that she would be in a wheelchair by the time she was 30 - at that point, in her early 20s, she had been diagnosed with a rare and incurable auto-immune disease that affected her joints and spine. She spent most of her time in constant pain, regularly finding it extremely difficult to move even a short distance and she was confined to bed. In the better times, she battled through the pain, trying to conceal the fact that she had a serious problem, desperate to be normal and just like everybody else. After a slow and painful 10 years, and frustrated with the conventional approach to her problem, which had started to irretrievably damage her liver, she decided to take control. She began to research her disease, learning about nutrition, physical therapy, meditation and other mind-body techniques. Through the lifestyle changes she made and the professional help that she sought, her body responded and healed itself. Today, 19 years on, she is still in remission and along with owning her own business, she is the mum of two young adults, and a small but very loud dog.

Hailing from County Tyrone in Northern Ireland Veronica lives an incredibly interesting and busy life. Running her own consultancy business helping not-for-profit organisations, being a Ted X speaker, breaking glass ceilings at every turn with her impressive resume, all while finding time to write her book 'The Unremarkable Miracle' in order to help other people going through similar health setbacks. Veronica has so much wisdom to share and this episode is well worth a listen.

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