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Atypical Life

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by Carol Hegan

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An Atypical Life is a podcast sharing the everyday realities of neurodivergent family life — navigating a neurotypical world with humour, honesty, and heart. Through real stories, gentle insights, and lived-experience conversations with fellow neurokin, we talk about parenting, identity, sensory needs, burnout, belonging, and the moments that help us regulate, connect, and keep going. This is not about fixing ourselves to fit in — it’s about understanding our lives as they are, laughing where we can, and finding solidarity in shared experience.

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June 26, 2026

Atypical Life Podcast Season 1, Episode 8 - Spectrum Space Symposium reflections + The Balance of being a Neurodivergent Professional and parenting

We are back from a big week in Perth, recapping the Spectrum Space Symposium 2026 — a 10-year anniversary event that was the most attended in its history. Carol shares what it was like to present in a new location, how she pivoted her presentation on the spot when other speakers covered similar content, and why the neuro-affirming culture of this conference makes it her favourite annual event. They also get into the careful planning that goes into travelling and presenting as neurodivergent professionals — from same-hotel routines and hire cars to having the right support people by your side — and the very real recovery that follows when you get home. Plus: a heavy bag of books through airport security, a toy sale at BIG W, a flat battery at 8pm, and a new special interest in line dancing at the Yee Haw Bar. Topics covered: Presenting at Spectrum Space Symposium 2026 How neurodivergent professionals prepare for (and recover from) big events Travelling with support people and predictability strategies The ADHD conference & heading home Forward planning for Lincoln's transition to high school Line dancing as a regulation tool The Atypical Life Podcast — real conversations about neurodivergent life, parenting, and professional practice.

Episode thumbnail for Atypical Life Podcast - Season 1, Episode 7: Finally, Someone Sees Me - Books, Brains & GROW: A Neuro-Affirming Approach to Understanding Behaviours

June 11, 2026

Atypical Life Podcast - Season 1, Episode 7: Finally, Someone Sees Me - Books, Brains & GROW: A Neuro-Affirming Approach to Understanding Behaviours

Carol shares her brand new children's book My Brain Has Too Many Tabs Open — a story about Sam, a boy with a busy brain, inspired by her own kids and the families she works with every day. It's a book about feeling seen, understood, and finally having the language to describe what's going on inside. They also unpack the GROW Framework — Carols neuro-affirming behaviour support model that's the first of its kind. Grounded in identity, Responsive to needs, Open to communication differences, and Whole-person support — GROW is being rolled out into training, resources, and a presentation at the Spectrum Space Symposium June 18th in Perth. The conversation gets personal as they talk about raising neurodivergent kids in a neurodivergent family, the power of representation in books, and why the next generation deserves to grow up seeing themselves reflected in the world. Plus — Chelsea gets a new kitten, someone Googled themselves, and things go beautifully off the rails in the 60 Seconds with Chelsea segment. 😄 In this episode: - Carol's new book: My Brain Has Too Many Tabs Open - The GROW Framework explained (G-R-O-W) - Launching GROW Level 2 advanced training in July -Neurodivergent identity, representation & raising neurodiverse kids -Life updates, cats & Taylor Swift 🔗 Find the book: <a href="http://www.inclusivemovement.com.au/shop">www.inclusivemovement.com.au/shop </a> & GROW resources: <a href="http://www.growtherapyservices.com.au">www.growtherapyservices.com.au </a> 📲 Follow along: @an_atypical_life

May 23, 2026

Atypical Life Podcast Season 1, Episode 6 - Navigating Autism, ADHD & 2E as an 11 year old.

In this episode of A Typical Life, Carol sits down with her 11-year-old son Lincoln for a candid, funny, and surprisingly deep conversation about growing up neurodivergent. Lincoln opens up about being autistic, ADHD, and gifted — and what that actually feels like from the inside. They talk about his passion project Happy Hub (an after-school gaming club he founded), his love of coding, piano, and art, and his big dream of moving to Perth for high school. Plus: the cold air con debate, lifting tires, and why Lincoln thinks high school is "all downhill."

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What is Atypical Life?: An Atypical Life is a podcast sharing the everyday realities of neurodivergent family life — navigating a neurotypical world with humour, honesty, and heart.

Through real stories, gentle insights, and lived-experience conversations with fellow neurokin, we talk about parenting, identity, sensory needs, burnout, belonging, and the moments that help us regulate, connect, and keep going.

This is not about fixing ourselves to fit in — it’s about understanding our lives as they are, laughing where we can, and finding solidarity in shared experience.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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