EP 48: Eliza Fricker on Parenting, Education and Neurodiversity
Episode 48
Unmasking a tale of neurodiversity with Eliza Fricker. As an illustrator, author, co-author, and mother to a neurodivergent child, Eliza has a wealth of insights to share from her personal experiences. Prepare to be inspired by her stories, from the struggles she faced while masking her neurodivergence, to her empowering exploration of it.
Our conversation with Eliza covers the universal challenges and triumphs of parenting, particularly in the context of neurodiversity. Drawing from her book on PDA Pathological Demand Avoidance, we examine societal pressures, conventional markers of success, and the significance of developing an approach that truly benefits our children. Eliza also shares her enlightening experiences with the UK education system, shining a light on the gaps and the urgent need for its evolution to accommodate neurodiverse children.
Finally, we explore the powerful impact of friendships and relationships on neurodiverse children, and the critical role of a safe person to counterbalance external environments. We also discuss the importance of guilt-free self-care for parents. As we wrap up our enriching discussion, Eliza imparts her three pearls of wisdom: maintaining your sense of self, injecting fun into the journey, and remembering that school is just a small part of life. This episode promises to leave you inspired, informed, and looking at neurodiversity with a fresh perspective.
Click for link to Eliza's New book: Thumbsucker
Click her for Eliza's blog: Missing the Mark
Click for link to Eliza's book: Can't Not Won't
Click for link to Eliza's book: The Family experience of PDA
Click for link to Eliza's book: Thumbsucker
Click here for Eliza's website