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My Autistic Diary; Redemption, Repair & Accountability Part 1

In Part One of this two-part series, Jeremy steps back from theory and frameworks to share something more personal: five hard-earned lessons in the five years since he and his wife went through their separation. This episode isn’t about assigning blame or offering quick fixes—it’s about telling the truth of what separation, or the threat of, teaches when you’re willing to learn from it. Jeremy reflects on the internal shifts that only happen when a relationship breaks down, questions about identity, responsibility, emotional regulation, and the stories we tell ourselves to survive pain, and how it all factored back into restoring his marriage to be better than it was before. 

Rather than rushing toward closure, this episode invites listeners to slow down and listen for more nuanced lessons and what separation reveals about patterns, blind spots, and growth that can’t be forced. Whether you’re walking through separation yourself, processing a past one, or simply wrestling with the cost of relational loss, Part One offers ideas for experiences & repair that are often desired but rarely named. The remaining five lessons—and how they intertwine with the first 5—will unfold in Part Two.

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Music for the show’s intro is provided (with permission) by Matt Langston & EleventySeven. You can check out their awesome stuff here – https://www.eleventysevenisalive.com/
 
Music for the show’s outro is provided (with permission) by Sean Rogers & Shineunder. They don’t exist anymore, but Sean is still doing great work and can be found here –  https://heyworldcreative.com/  

When Kids Bond with Their Pets

Hey, it’s Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul and I want to share a couple of stories with you today from our new book, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Pets, Pets, Pets. This is such a fun book. I haven’t counted but I think there are at least 40 kinds of pets in this new collection, every kind of furry, feathered, scaly, flying, walking, swimming, slithering, indoor or outdoor, tame or wild, tiny or gigantic pet imaginable. No matter what kind of pet people have, their stories are all about how their pets provide them with companionship, comfort, understanding and lots of life lessons. Plus a lot of laughs and entertainment. And so much good stuff for kids, who really bond with their pets, often using those pets to help them through whatever tough times they are facing.

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Safety Through Understanding: Emergency Response and Autism

When seconds matter, understanding makes all the difference. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jennifer Kaufman—school principal, autism advocate, and grandmother to a child on the spectrum—to explore how first responders can dramatically improve outcomes for autistic individuals through training, awareness, and compassionate response.

Jennifer shares real experiences from both sides of the table, offering a rare dual perspective on what families, educators, and emergency personnel all need to know. She also highlights her work with First Response on Autism, an organization transforming the way police, firefighters, EMTs, and other first responders approach autism-related emergencies.

Listeners will learn:

  • The hidden challenges autistic individuals face during crisis situations

  • Why traditional emergency response methods can unintentionally escalate behaviors

  • Practical strategies first responders can use to create safety, calm, and trust

  • How families can prepare their loved ones for emergency interactions

  • The critical role of communication, sensory awareness, and trauma-informed response

  • What “safety through understanding” really looks like in the field

Whether you’re a parent, educator, clinician, or first responder, this conversation delivers essential insight into building a safer, more prepared, and more empathetic world for autistic individuals.

A Different Kind of Christmas

Hey, it’s Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul and I want to share a couple of stories with you today from our new book about The Spirit of Christmas. This collection is the perfect way to get your holiday spirit going in time for Hanukkah and Christmas and all the other winter holidays that we enjoy while it’s getting darker and colder and we need to bring light into our days. And what I love is all the big and small miracles that see in this book, two of which I’m going to share with you today.

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Episode 133 Step-7 “Revised” Rebuilding From the Inside Out

Episode 133 Step-7 “Revised” Rebuilding From the Inside Out

Positive Connections Radio (Podcast)
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Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock

Summary

In this 12-Step Podcast Series, Jim McLintock and Mike Koch dive into Step Seven of the recovery process, focusing on the themes of humility, letting go of harmful patterns, and the importance of self-awareness.

They discuss both the traditional and secular interpretations of the step, emphasizing the need for action and community support in the journey of personal growth. The conversation highlights the significance of recognizing and addressing character defects, the challenges of change, and the empowerment that comes from choosing to surrender to a higher power or the process itself.

Ultimately, the episode serves as a motivational guide for those seeking to transform their lives through recovery.

Takeaways

  • Step seven is about humility, not humiliation.
  • Letting go of harmful patterns creates space for growth.
  • It’s important to recognize what no longer serves us.
  • Change starts with self-awareness and willingness.
  • You don’t have to fix everything alone; community support is vital.
  • Progress is more important than perfection in recovery.
  • Life is an inside job; real change comes from within.
  • Letting go of the past is essential for moving forward.
  • Choosing to change is more empowering than feeling forced to change.
  • Building new habits takes time and patience.


Chapters00:00 Introduction to Step Seven

02:46 The Secular Perspective on Step Seven
05:23 Encouragement and Support in Recovery
08:04 The Importance of Self-Awareness
10:49 Transformation Through Humility
13:25 Building New Patterns
15:57 The Inside Job of Recovery
19:00 Choosing Change Over Comfort
21:30 Conclusion and Call to Action

“Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.”

Music by Rod Kim-Let’s Play-Soundtrack

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How Do You Like It? A Guide For Getting What You Want (In Bed) with Guest Dr. Tara Suwinyattichaiporn and Rebecca Zung on Negotiate Your Bes

This interview with Dr. Tara Suwinyattichaiporn, professor of relational and sexual communication and author of How Do You Like It?, reveals how sexual fulfillment is deeply tied to communication, emotional safety, relationship dynamics, and self-knowledge. Learn how to express your desires, navigate power imbalances, rebuild intimacy after betrayal, and create a high-quality sex life rooted in confidence and connection. Dr. Tara’s website: https://www.luvbites.co/ Instagram –   / luvbites.co   Tiktok –   / luvbites.co   Linkedin –   / tarasuwin   Twitter/X –   / luvbitesco   ???? Connect with Me ???? Website: https://www.rebeccazung.com ???? Facebook:   / rebeccazung   ???? Instagram:   / rebeccazung   ???? YouTube:    / @rebeccazungesq   ???? LinkedIn:   / rebecca-zung-6753893b   ???? X (Twitter):   / rebeccazung   ???? Podcast – Negotiate Your Best Life: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast… ???? Join My Free Facebook Group:   / narcissistnegotiators   THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR INFORMATION:    Shopify : Sign up for a $1/month trial period at ???????????????????????shopify.com/best???????? Aura Frames:  Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at ????https://on.auraframes.com/REBECCA????. Promo Code  REBECCA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Autism Burnout & The Holidays with Dr. Mona Kay

Today on Coaches’ Corner, we discuss burnout vs. autism burnout and the impact on neurodiverse marriage and family systems.

What is burnout, and how is it different than autism burnout?
When are neurodiverse couples most vulnerable?
When the autistic spouse is in burnout, the impact on the non-autistic.
Holidays are always a time that can bring on burnout- both positive and negative changes can bring about burnout.
 Resources mentioned:
Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily and Amelia Nagoski
 Blog:
https://embrace-autism.com/burnout-vs-autistic-burnout/
https://embrace-autism.com/preventing-audhd-burnout/
 Book:
https://embrace-autism-store.myshopify.com/products/the-ultimate-guide-to-autistic-burnout-e-book
 About Dr. Mona Kay:
Mona Kay, MSW, Ph.D., is the founder of the Neurodiverse Love community, the host of the Neurodiverse Love Podcast, and the creator of the Neurodiverse Love Conversation Cards. She was in a mixed-neurotype marriage for 30 years but didn’t discover this until her 29th year of marriage. Mona has been divorced since 2018, and her mission is to increase understanding and acceptance of the strengths, differences, and challenges in mixed-neurotype relationships.
 She hosted the first virtual “Neurodiverse Love Conference” in February 2023, and more than 350 people from around the world attended. In addition, she facilitates online support groups for mixed-neurotype couples and neurotypical/non-autistic partners and shares lots of valuable resources on her website at: www.neurodiverselove.com.

The Joy of Giving

Hey, it’s Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul and I want to share a couple of stories with you today from our new book about The Spirit of Christmas. We’re in full holiday mode now, but maybe you’re still looking for that holiday spirit, and for me, I have to say that the most important part of that spirit is the joy of giving. That’s what seems to get people excited the most.

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Ele’s Return: A Soul Dog Reunites with Her Human Twins

What if your dog came back to you and left you a trail of clues so wild, you couldn’t deny it was them?

In today’s episode, I share the incredible reincarnation story of Ele, a soul dog who once lived with human twin sisters named Sadie and Charlie. After her passing, Ele returned in a brand new body… but this time, her puppy parents were named — you guessed it — Sadie and Charlie.

And that’s not even the most jaw-dropping synchronicity of all.

This story is a beautiful reminder that:

  • Our animals know exactly how to find us again
  • Names, signs, and “coincidences” are often deliberate soul breadcrumbs
  • Reunions between worlds are orchestrated with more precision than we realize

If you’ve ever questioned whether your pet could… or already has come back to you, this episode will stir something deep in your heart.

***ALL EPISODES ARE BASED ON TRUE STORIES

If you or someone you know have an animal reincarnation story, I would love to have you on the show. Please reach out today!

Questions about animal reincarnation or to book your session today, connect with me here

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