YOUR Neurodiverse Relationship with Jodi Carlton, MEd

Can Neurodiverse Relationships Work? Here's One Couple Who Figured Out How

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Mar 5, 2025
Join Michael Daniel, a late-diagnosed autistic database analyst, and his neurotypical wife, Elise, as they share their journey of love and communication in a neurodiverse marriage. Discover how misunderstandings led them to create NeuroTranslator, an AI-powered app designed to enhance communication between diverse thinkers. They discuss the challenges of miscommunication, the impact of Michael's late autism diagnosis, and the importance of empathy and understanding in fostering connection. Their story is an inspiring testament to overcoming obstacles together.
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ANECDOTE

Michael's Masking and Burnout

  • Michael masked his autism successfully for most of his life, achieving career and family milestones.
  • The added load of children and a foster son triggered burnout and revealed autistic traits.
ANECDOTE

Autism Recognition through Daughter's Behavior

  • Michael's daughter displayed behaviors he recognized from his own childhood.
  • Reading "Divergent Mind" by Jenara Nerenberg led to his autism realization.
INSIGHT

Communication Breakdown and Self-Doubt

  • Elise felt frustrated when basic communication failed, questioning what was wrong.
  • Michael felt inadequate, constantly wondering what was wrong with himself.
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