Author: Kathy Marshack

Embrace your voice and find your place in a Neurodivergent world.

In this podcast episode, I share my journey of overcoming invisibility in relationships shaped by undiagnosed Autism.

From navigating complex family dynamics to becoming an advocate, this heartfelt discussion explores courage, understanding, and the creation of the Institute for Radiant Empathy. Join me for this episode as we discover how healing begins with empathy.

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1:10 – Overcoming Feelings of Invisibility
1:37 – Understanding Neurodivergent Family Dynamics
1:52 – Recognizing Personal Worth
2:24 – Discovering My Voice and Purpose
2:45 – The Shift Towards Advocacy
2:57 – Building Support Networks
3:24 – Vision for the Institute for Radiant Empathy
3:38 – Your Role in This Initiative
4:03 – Seasonal Reflection on Courage
4:13 – The Meaning of Courage in Our Journey
4:35 – Inspiration from the Hanukkah Story
4:55 – Connecting and Collaborating

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It’s time to embrace the fact that you’re the hero of your own story.

In this episode of NeuroDivergent Relationships, I offer insights on bridging the gap between the Neurodiverse and Neurotypical partners, sharing both personal experiences and practical approaches.

I hope this episode empowers you to recognize your inner strength and support your loved ones through complex dynamics.

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1:10 – Claim the Title of Hero
2:24 – Facing Life’s Challenges
3:09 – Accepting Difficult Experiences
3:25 – Learning from Mother Mary
3:58 – A Reflection on the Statue of Liberty
4:54 – Understanding the Sonnet’s Significance
6:00 – Embracing Leadership and Diversity
6:40 – Celebrating Kamala Harris’s Candidacy
7:12 – Shining a Light on My Daughters
8:07 – The Hope for Healing and Representation
8:37 – Encouragement for Future Generations
8:47 – Tools for Navigating Neurodivergent Relationships

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Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Life with a Partner or Spouse with Asperger Syndrome (ASD): Going over the Edge? Anniversary Edition”

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In today’s world, navigating interpersonal relationships can be complex, especially when dealing with individuals who exhibit traits of empathy dysfunction.

Recognizing and responding to these behaviors, whether in personal or professional settings, is essential for maintaining mental and emotional well-being.

Join me for today’s episode of NeuroDivergent Relationships, and we will explore the concept of empathy dysfunction, how it manifests in our lives, and strategize for managing these interactions effectively.

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1:00 What Is Empathy Dysfunction
1:47 My Journey into the Jungle
3:50 Recognizing Sociopaths in Everyday Life
5:00 The Empathy Dysfunction Scale Explained
5:30 Meeting Mary Ann on My Journey
6:35 The Manipulation of Mary Ann
10:00 Encountering Sociopaths While Traveling
12:15 The Crisis at the Airport
14:00 How I Became Vulnerable to Manipulation
15:45 At the Hotel with Mary Ann
17:00 Unpacking Manipulative Tactics
19:00 The Naked Truth About Sociopaths
21:00 Final Reflections and Takeaways
25:00 Conclusion and Next Steps

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Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Life with a Partner or Spouse with Asperger Syndrome (ASD): Going over the Edge? Anniversary Edition”

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“Autistic” women are women first, and there’s a lot they can teach us about both sensitivity and empathy.

Join me for this episode of NeuroDivergent Relationships as I dive into a story about one of my patients, and detail her experience of what it’s like to be an “Autistic” woman.

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1:05 Autistic women: the lessons they can teach us about sensitivity and empathy
7:32 Autistic women still want what most women want
7:59 The Autistic woman is defiant
9:15 “Feel too much too intensely”
13:39 Her pain is the center of her response, and needs to be acknowledged as real
14:05 The Autistic woman feels like an imposter
19:42 Most “Autistic” people learn to mask early on in their life
22:24 Waiting for me to love them unconditionally

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You may be surprised to learn that you are a hypocrite.

Especially if you are a “fixer.” Even though you may have good intentions – if you’re not moderating those intentions with what is best for the other person – it might make you hypocritical.

Whether you choose to stay or leave the people you’re used to fixing, there is really only one solution: be your authentic self at all times.

You are a gift to the world, just as you are. Allowing your NeuroDiverse loved ones to express their true selves, too, might produce a miracle.

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1:05 Does trying to make your NeuroDiverse loved one make you a hypocrite?
2:55 Being empathic can be just as dysfunctional as the NeuroDiverse
3:27 There’s a fine line between hypocrisy and helping
4:48 How do I stand up if I don’t speak up?
5:32 If you’re a fixer, you might be a hypocrite
7:54 I stopped trying to fix my NeuroDiverse loved one
8:56 There is no easy answer to leaving the fixing hypocrisy behind

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Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Life with a Partner or Spouse with Asperger Syndrome (ASD): Going over the Edge? Anniversary Edition”

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Before you can accomplish the 7th step of the Interface Protocol (which is to apologize), you must first forgive yourself for your worst mistakes.

The holiday season is so important to me, and in this episode, I want to share with you the true meaning of Christmas.

Join me as I share about my tragic mistake and how I overcame it enough to forgive myself and become a Radiant Empathy Angel.

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1:03 The True Meaning of Christmas: Forgive Yourself Your Worst Mistake and Share Your Love
2:36 Why I Love This Season
4:43 Apologies are Easier if You’ve Forgiven Yourself
6:35 Where I Learned to be a Professional Helper
9:03 I Had to Stop Blaming Myself
10:15 What Was My Tragic Mistake?
13:49 I Can Forgive Myself for What I Didn’t Know
17:31 The Least I Can Do

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Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Life with a Partner or Spouse with Asperger Syndrome (ASD): Going over the Edge? Anniversary Edition”

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In honor of the upcoming holiday, this episode is an ode to Thanksgiving and how Dr. Kathy’s family celebration for this holiday has a different historical root than others.

At the end of the day, you need to be very determined to be just who you are and to respect the different ways your loved ones communicate and live their lives.

We hope you have a warm and wonderful celebration with your loved ones this Thanksgiving!

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1:02 Thanksgiving Episode
1:42 My Thanksgiving Story
3:55 Another Claim to Fame
4:59 To Be Authentic…

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Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Life with a Partner or Spouse with Asperger Syndrome (ASD): Going over the Edge? Anniversary Edition”

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It requires Empathy to take responsibility for your actions, and many NeuroDiverse people assume all is well just because they meant well.

Awarness can be a start BUT there is no substitute to being able to rise above one’s own feelings and really listen to the heart of another person.

Join Dr. Kathy in this episode of NeuroDivergent Relationships where she dives into the topic, “Why is it so Hard for my ASD Partner to Take Responsibility for Their Actions?

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1:01 Why is it so Hard for my ASD Partner to Take Responsibility for Their Actions?
2:54 Anticipate How Others Will Feel
5:37 When You’re Just Trying to Connect
6:25 Can Awareness Substitute for Empathy?
7:29 A Response to a Blog of Mine, “Empathy, ‘Asperger’ Style”
8:47 Taking Responsibility for Your Actions is a Moral Choice

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Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Life with a Partner or Spouse with Asperger Syndrome (ASD): Going over the Edge? Anniversary Edition”

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The brainwashing of Autistic abuse sneaks up on you, and once you tolerate even one act of terror, you adapt to the abuse and there’s little left of you to defend.

Join us in this episode of NeuroDivergent Relationships as Dr. Kathy discusses the trauma induced by Autistic abuse and how to overcome it.

It may sound off, but being a proud trauma survivor is what saves you from the ravages of Autistic abuse and its aftermath – PTSD.

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1:05 Autistic Abuse: The Trauma Induced by Autistic Meltdowns
1:19 A Quote From Maya Angelou
2:19 Feeling the Grief Again
4:36 Trapped by Brainwashing
7:08 Chronic Intermittent Abuse
8:18 What are the Right Questions to Ask?
10:59 Autists Must Confront Their Dark Side
16:29 Be a Proud Trauma Survivor
18:07 PTSD is a Normal Reaction to This Abuse

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Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Life with a Partner or Spouse with Asperger Syndrome (ASD): Going over the Edge? Anniversary Edition”

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In this episode entitled, “Part 2 of The Dark Side of ‘Asperger’s,’” I’m addressing the difficulty that people have talking about this problem.

No matter whether you’re NeuroDiverse or NeuroTypical, let’s talk about how to break free from the “shadow” and step outside of shame. Because you must first call attention to the problem before you can find a solution.

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1:02 Part 2 of the dark side of “Asperger’s” – addressing the difficulty people have talking about this problem
1:54 A quote about the shadow self
2:40 Breaking free from the shadow
6:01 Enlightening webinars
7:51 How to step outside of the shame

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Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Life with a Partner or Spouse with Asperger Syndrome (ASD): Going over the Edge? Anniversary Edition”

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➡️If you’re looking for resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, check out Dr. Kathy’s FREE Mini-Course