Lucy & Brian talk about all things Specialist Autism Mentoring in Higher Education and beyond.
Neuromentoring
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Lucy & Brian talk about all things Specialist Autism Mentoring in Higher Education and beyond.
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9/3/2025
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September 25, 2025
NDinHE3 NeuroMentoringLive
<p>Recorded in front of a live audience at NDinHE 3 (Neurodiversity in Higher Educations), Brian and Lucy were joined by Amanda & Archie from Bridge Mentoring.</p><p><br></p><p>Amazing questions from the audience led us to cover the significant changes in how universities support neurodiverse students, defining 'neurocosmopolitan' environments and highlighting the importance of holistic, individualised support models for students, particularly those with autism and ADHD. </p><p>We took a punt on the nuances between mentoring and coaching, emphasizing the value of personalized, flexible approaches. We shared insights on workarounds for neurodivergent folk, self-advocacy, and the transformative role of neurodivergent-led mentoring. Ending up with reflections on the wisdom and adaptability required in effective mentoring relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Hello... where's my script</p><p>01:13 Specialist Autism Mentoring. Whoop!</p><p>03:10 Transition Mentoring and Personal Experiences</p><p>05:00 Challenges and Coping Mechanisms</p><p>11:59 Mentoring vs. Coaching</p><p>19:25 The Importance of Neurodivergent-Led Mentoring</p><p>22:41 Discussing Neurodivergent Strategies</p><p>23:41 Research on Neurodivergent Workarounds</p><p>24:06 Overlap in Neurodivergent Strategies</p><p>25:43 Personal Experiences with Neurodivergence</p><p>28:05 Buddhism and Neurodivergence</p><p>29:12 Medieval Neurodivergence and Sainthood</p><p>37:44 Final Thoughts and Bits of nearly Wisdom</p>
September 3, 2025
The reflective mentor
<p>Robust Humility and the Reflective Mentor</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Neuromentoring, hosts Lucy and Brian consider the essential responsibility of mentors to engage in self-reflection within neurodiverse university settings. They discuss their personal challenges with mentoring, such as pronoun usage and the tension between action and being.</p><p>By emphasizing the importance of humility, emotional intelligence, and the craft of mentoring, they advocate for a textured approach to support students. Their last conversation of the series meanders through reflections on the role of honesty, emotional literacy, and the balance between knowledge, skills, and wisdom in effective mentoring.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Welcome to Neuromentoring</p><p>00:10 The Mentor's Responsibility to Reflect</p><p>00:40 Personal Struggles in Mentoring</p><p>01:23 Pronouns and Mentoring Challenges</p><p>03:27 Humility in Mentoring</p><p>06:44 Emotional Intelligence and Literacy</p><p>10:26 The Art of Reflection</p><p>14:54 Honesty and Lying in Mentoring</p><p>22:58 The Craft of Mentoring</p><p>26:39 Concluding Thoughts and Future Series</p>
September 3, 2025
The mentoring year
<p>Navigating the Ebb and Flow of the Mentoring Year in Universities</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode of Neuromentoring, hosts Lucy and Brian discuss the cyclical 'ebb and flow' of the academic year, starting with the transition period in September, through to the November crash, and the January abyss, before touching on the period of spring growth leading up to exams in summer. They offer practical advice on time management, revision techniques, and transitioning from university to the workforce, including utilizing resources like Access to Work. They also highlight the emotional highs and lows of university life, share personal anecdotes, and wrap up with thoughts on graduation and the value of celebrating student achievements.</p><p><br /></p><p>00:00 Welcome to Neuromentoring</p><p>00:08 Understanding Ebb and Flow</p><p>01:21 Navigating the Start of the Academic Year</p><p>04:03 The November Crash and Beyond</p><p>12:01 The Role of Mentors and Technology</p><p>17:00 Freshers Week and Settling In</p><p>18:24 A Sci-Fi Joy: Empire Strikes Back Experience</p><p>19:32 Unexpected Joys of Freshers Week</p><p>21:21 Navigating the First Weeks of University</p><p>22:02 The November Crash and Reading Week</p><p>23:33 Balancing Work and Breaks</p><p>27:52 The Importance of Routine and Revision</p><p>34:57 Transitioning to the Workplace</p><p>39:03 Celebrating Graduations</p>
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