Raising Lifelong Learners

There are so many changes this time of year that affect our intense kiddos. Our routines are off, there are new or uncomfortable places to visit, we're managing family members who do not understand our kids, plus all the excitement and anticipation. Sarah Collins joins Colleen again, this time to talk about ways to meet the sensory needs of our kids and anticipate some of the challenges they may face. Let's jump in and ready ourselves for the holiday season! Our sponsors for today's episode are CTC Math and Reading Eggs Additional Links and Resources Raising Lifelong Learners Membership Community - The Learners LabRaising Lifelong Learners Facebook GroupMasterclass | Building Family Connections - Raising Lifelong LearnersRaising Resilient Sons by Colleen Kessler, M.Ed. Helping Our Kids Self-Regulate with Sarah CollinsStrengthening Executive Function Skills: A Conversation with Sarah CollinsSelf-Care and Co-Regulation | Balancing Parenting and Sensory NeedsManaging Your Child's Intensity During the HolidaysIntense Children and The Holidays: A Parent's GuideRLL 33: The Holidays and Your Differently-Wired ChildAutism and the Holidays | Julie's School Performance Story Connect with Sarah Website: https://www.homeschoolOT.comYou can also find Sarah on Instagram Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on Twitter, Facebook, InstagramHow does your child learn best? Take the Quiz!

Colleen has a delightful conversation with clinical psychologist, Gail Post, Ph.D. in today's episode. Gail has years of personal and professional experience with the gifted community and shares so much regarding the emotional and social needs. Grab your earbuds and get ready for some practical parenting ideas and lived-in advice on raising our intelligent and intense kiddos. Gail Post, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist, parenting coach/consultant, workshop leader, writer, parent of two gifted young adults, and Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. In practice for over 35 years, she specializes in intellectual and musical giftedness and twice-exceptionalities. Her writing includes hundreds of articles, several book chapters, a long-standing blog, Gifted Challenges. and her book, The Gifted Parenting Journey. Our sponsors for today's episode are CTC Math and Reading Eggs Links and Resources from Today's Show The Gifted Parenting Journey by Gail Post, Ph.D. Workshop with Gail Post, Ph.D.| Gifted Parenting Journey Raising Lifelong Learners Community - The Learners Lab Raising Resilient Sons by Colleen Kessler, M.Ed. SENG: Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted Supporting The Social and Emotional Needs Of Gifted And Twice-Exceptional Kids Prioritizing Self-Care is Important for You and Your Kids Finding Community: Building a Support System Online and In-Person Smart Kids Still Need Help When You Just Aren't Comfortable Getting Help for Your Child Episode 319: Dr. Gail Post on the Journey of Parenting Gifted Children Parent Footprint with Dr. Dan: The Gifted Parenting Journey with Gail Post How Do I Parent My Gifted Kid with Dr. Gail Post Parenting from the Inside Out: How a Deeper Self-Understanding Can Help You Raise Children Who Thrive: 10th Anniversary Edition RLL LIVE | Q & A – Parenting Differently-Wired Kiddos Connect with ColleenYou can find Colleen on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram How does your child learn best? Take the Quiz!

We are raising kids who are learning and developing in ways that do not fit in with the typical milestones. They may be reading at three, yet at ten are still struggling to find meaningful friendships. We, as parents can, often feel isolation when raising neurodivergent children. They notice that they are outliers, and we feel it, too. That doesn't mean making connections is impossible, though! There are steps we can take, to help our family find their tribe and build a community. In today's episode, Colleen will be talking about her experiences with co-ops, classes, and helping her neurodivergent family find community. Our sponsors for today's episode are CTC Math and Reading Eggs Additional Links and Resources Raising Lifelong Learners Membership Community - The Learners LabRaising Lifelong Learners Facebook GroupMasterclass| If He's Really So Smart… Why Gifted Kids Struggle and What to Do About It Raising Resilient Sons by Collleen Kessler, M.Ed. Find a Place of Belonging for Your Neurodiverse KidsWhy Join a Gifted Parent Group?Why Community Is So Important For Gifted And Twice Exceptional KidsThe Anxiety Toolkit Nurturing Authenticity | Supporting Neurodivergent Children in Discovering Their True SelvesThe Social Emotional Needs Of Gifted And Neurodiverse Children - Raising Lifelong Learners Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram How does your child learn best? Take the Quiz!

We have Sarah Collins from Homeschool OT on the podcast again, this time to talk about self-regulation for our kiddos. Colleen and Sarah will deep dive into the different sensory systems and look for each day. This episode is full of information on why sensory integration is important, along with practical tips and activities to include in your day to teach your kids to regulate and help them most. Connect with Sarah Sarah Collins |The Homeschool OT Instagram Our sponsors for today's episode are CTC Math and Reading Eggs Additional Links and Resources Raising Lifelong Learners Community - The Learners Lab Masterclass|Finding Peace in a Life Filled with Intensity Raising Resilient Sons by Collleen Kessler, M.Ed. Strengthening Executive Function Skills: A Conversation with Sarah Collins Self-Care and Co-Regulation | Balancing Parenting and Sensory Needs How to Integrate the Zones At Home with Guest Writer, Sarah Collins, OTR/L Gifted Children and Sensual Overexcitabilities: A Parent's Guide Yard Work for Sensory Input - Raising Lifelong Learners Co-regulation - HomeschoolOT Sensory Play for Kids - Raising Lifelong Learners Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram How does your child learn best? Take the Quiz!

Our neurodivergent kids may require extra help finding a peer group where they feel comfortable being themselves and sharing their thoughts and interests. It's essential for us to be in tune with our children so that we can find places for them to connect with others. That may be connecting them with people of all ages who share hobbies, sports, or academic interests. Today Colleen will discusses ways you can help your gifted, 2e, and neurodivergent kids find belonging in ways that validate who they are. It may not look the same as you thought, but meaningful relationships are possible. Our sponsors for today's episode are CTC Math and Reading Eggs Links and Resources Raising Lifelong Learners Community - The Learners Lab Masterclass| Masterclass | Cultivating a Healthy Mindset - Raising Lifelong Learners Raising Resilient Sons by Collleen Kessler, M.Ed. Building Self-Esteem in Kids The Powerful Relationship Between Confidence And Learning In Our Homeschools 5 Tips for Helping Gifted Children Make Friends Why Community Is So Important For Gifted And Twice Exceptional Kids - Raising Lifelong Learners The Best Advice I Can Give You: Become A Student Of Your Child Finding Homeschool Community (for our children and ourselves) Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram How does your child learn best? Take the Quiz!

Katie Keene is the host of the top 1% globally rated podcast Her Home and Heart, and host to a membership community of beautiful Christian homeschooling families on the journey to peace at home and generational family success despite the challenges of raising a special needs child. Her mission is simple: to ensure that no family breaks apart simply due to lack of tools to create a SOLID, peaceful, and joyful family foundation at home. Katie is most passionate about helping special needs families create strong bonds and deep roots, so they don't wake up one day to regret. Learn more about how she teaches moms to build a successful and joyful home, and to grab coupons, freebies, and links to Katie's best kept secrets go to linktr.ee/FamilySuccess Our sponsors for today's episode are CTC Math and Reading Eggs You can find Katie at: The Greater Honor Special Needs Community: https://herhomeandheart.net/tgh Facebook: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/HHAHGroup Her Home and Heart Podcast with Katie Keene Additional Links and Resources Raising Lifelong Learners Community - The Learners Lab Masterclass| Homeschooling Your Gifted and Special Needs Child | Get Started Raising Resilient Sons by Collleen Kessler, M.Ed. RLL #45: Homeschooling Special Needs Kiddos with Faith Berens My Neurodivergent Kiddo Needs So Much Help… Forget the Box | Embracing Your Child's Otherness Safe Place Fatigue | The Wear and Tear of Being Your Child's Person RLL #64: What to Do When School Doesn't Work RLL #60: Raising Differently-Wired Kids with Debbie Reber Homeschooling During Overwhelming Times - Raising Lifelong Learners Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram How does your child learn best? Take the Quiz!

Today Colleen is talking about helping our children draw healthy boundaries, with the example of family members wanting a hug when our child is not comfortable giving one. This question was submitted during one of the group coaching events in The Learners Lab, a Raising Lifelong Learners online community for neurodiverse homeschooling families. Each month in the Lab Colleen hosts a group coaching night. Parents can submit their questions ahead of time and Colleen will take the time to answer each one. One goal we have for our neurodiverse kids is the ability to advocate for themselves as they grow older. One of the best ways to do this is by honoring their needs. Perhaps you have a child with a sensory struggle, anxiety around others, or becomes easily overwhelmed in new environments. When we acknowledge their limits and draw healthy boundaries we teach our kids that it is healthy to know what they need and express it kindly to others. Our sponsors for today's episode are CTC Math and Reading Eggs Additional Links and Resources Raising Lifelong Learners Community - The Learners Lab Masterclass| Building Family Connections Raising Resilient Sons by Collleen Kessler, M.Ed. Respecting Your Child's Sensory Needs: When You Have to Say "No" I Hate My Son's Headphones Am I Spoiling My Child or Accommodating His Special Needs? A Unique Place For Gifted And Twice Exceptional Kids To Thrive My Child Won't Wear Socks: Dressing A Child With Sensory Processing Disorder Calm the Chaos with Dayna Abraham The Social Emotional Needs Of Gifted And Neurodiverse Children If He's REALLY So Smart… When Gifted Kids Struggle Connect with Colleen You can find Colleen on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram How does your child learn best? Take the Quiz!

Welcome to Raising Lifelong Learners, the podcast that delves into the challenges and triumphs of parenting exceptional children while fostering a lifelong love for learning. Today's guest is Dayna Abraham, author of the newly released book, Calm the Chaos. Dayna is the founder of Calm the Chaos Parenting and the popular parenting blog, Lemon Lime Adventures. She's worked with hundreds of thousands of parents around the world struggling with some of the most challenging behaviors to go from barely surviving to creating families that work together, advocate for each other and empower each other. She's the best-selling author of Sensory Processing 101 and Superkids Activity Guide. In today's episode, we tackle an important issue: helping children articulate their discomfort and advocate for themselves. Dayna shares personal anecdotes and strategies for empowering children to express their feelings and communicate their needs effectively. Join us as we explore the stages of self-advocacy, discuss homeschooling pressures, and delve into the power of modeling behavior and open communication. Get ready to feel supported, understood, and inspired by our incredible community of parents raising exceptional children. Let's dive in! Find Calm the Chaos here: http://calmthechaosbook.com Connect with Dayna on social here: https://www.facebook.com/calmthechaosparenting Calm the Chaos workshop: https://calmthechaosworkshop.com/ Additional Links and Resources Sponsor: CTC Math Sponsor: Reading Eggs Raising Lifelong Learners Community - The Learners Lab Masterclass| Finding Peace in a Life Filled With Intensity Homeschooling Gifted Kids | Meeting Asynchronous Abilities Giving Your Child Life Skills | Metacognition Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted Kids with Jim Delisle When the World Overwhelms Your Anxious Child | How You Can Help The Social Emotional Needs of Gifted and Neurodiverse Children Anxiety vs. Stress vs. Perfectionism: Helping Our Children Cope If He's REALLY So Smart….When Gifted Kids Struggle Getting Back to Homeschool After a Mental Health Crisis Connect with Colleen You can find me on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram How does your child learn best? Take the Quiz!

Today, we dive into the topic of helping our children embrace their authenticity and discover who they truly are. This discussion is prompted by the upcoming focus on this subject in the Learners Lab community. We emphasize the importance of nurturing an environment where our kids feel comfortable being themselves and exploring their interests and passions. By fostering open communication, acceptance, and understanding, we can empower our children to develop a strong sense of self-esteem, emotional well-being, and resilience. Join us as we explore practical ways to create a nurturing environment and encourage our kids to embrace their unique identities. Raising Lifelong Learners is brought to you by CTCMath. CTC Math is an online math curriculum that is perfect for homeschoolers with children of different ability levels. It provides teaching and access to all grade levels, allowing children to progress at their own pace. Find out more at https://www.ctcmath.com/purchase/homeschool50?tr_id=RLL.

Today we're diving into a favorite topic - connecting with your kids. We talk about the vital role that building a strong relationship with your child plays in creating a successful homeschooling experience. Remember that academics can always be remediated, but damaged relationships and self-esteem can have long-lasting effects on our children's learning. We explore why many of us chose to homeschool in the first place - the desire to provide a safe and supportive environment for our children, and discuss the importance of being our children's person, their safe place to land, and how connecting with them on a deep level lays the foundation for trust and open communication. In this episode, we highlights the significance of identifying triggers and helping our children navigate anxiety and stress. Raising Lifelong Learners is brought to you by CTCMath. CTC Math is an online math curriculum that is perfect for homeschoolers with children of different ability levels. It provides teaching and access to all grade levels, allowing children to progress at their own pace. Find out more at https://www.ctcmath.com/purchase/homeschool50?tr_id=RLL.