What if feeling broken wasn’t the end of the story? (TEDxBerlin)

Millions of kids and adults are going through their lives believing they’re broken — not because of who they are, but because of the systems and stories that define difference as a deficit.

This is the idea I brought to the TEDx Berlin stage — and it’s one I’ve been living with for a long time, as a parent, as an advocate, and honestly, as someone who spent years not understanding my own brain.

In this talk, I explore how understanding and embracing neurodivergence is helping families and generations of adults rewrite their stories — from shame to self-acceptance, from deficit to identity. I hope it offers something useful, whether you’re a parent in the thick of it, an adult who’s still making sense of your own story, or someone who loves a person who’s differently wired.

I’ve been helping families rewrite their stories since 2016 — through the podcast, the book, speaking engagements, and a community of parents who truly get it. I especially love town halls and intimate “in conversation with” events for parents and educators, allowing for authentic audience engagement and building community.

Learn about bringing me to your school or community for a virtual or live event here.