Navigating a Neurodiverse Family - with Michelle Foulia

GET THE FULL TRANSCRIPT - https://s3.membervaultcdn.com/theresilientpeople/Transcript---Discussing-Neurodivergent-Kids-with-Michelle-Foulia.pdf?v=1698058163 The conversation is focused on ADHD and parenting, offering a unique perspective from Michelle, a mother of a child with ADHD. Michelle's Background: Michelle shares her background, growing up in Cyprus, and her journey as a mother of five children, including a son with ADHD. The Inspiration for Her Book: Michelle talks about her book, "Poppy's Miracle," and how it's based on her family's experience during their time in Greece. They fostered two children while dealing with ADHD and rescued a dog named Poppy. Creating "Poppy's Miracle": Michelle explains how she created the book as a fictional story that relates to children dealing with ADHD. The story combines ADHD experiences, the rescue of a dog, and the challenges her family faced. Journaling Prompts: Michelle includes journaling prompts in the book to help readers process their feelings and experiences. Prompts include discussing their feelings, identifying favorite characters, and contemplating how they would rewrite the story. ADHD and Gifts: Michelle discusses how children with ADHD have unique gifts, such as creativity and spontaneity. The book helps children identify their own gifts. Dyslexia-Friendly Font: Michelle made sure the book is accessible by using a dyslexia-friendly font. A dyslexic reader praised the book for being the first she could read cover to cover. Simplified Illustrations: The book uses traditional, hand-drawn illustrations that are easy on the eyes and less overstimulating. Conclusion: The podcast wraps up, thanking Michelle for her valuable insights and unique perspective. A quote from Michelle, "A gift waiting to be unwrapped," encapsulates the essence of ADHD. Links and Contact Information: Poppy’s Miracle https://wordsforhealing.org/product/poppys-miracle/ Website https://wordsforhealing.org/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/michelle_foulia Email [email protected] Useful Links Sign up to our newsletter: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/93026367927485942/share Waitlist for “The Resilient Teen Book”: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/99191751839844341/share Waitlist for "The Teen Coaches": https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/99186184125678667/share Get “A Parents Guide To Raising A Resilient Kid” Book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739302605 Social Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resilientkiduk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientkid/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/resilientkid/ Pinterest: https://za.pinterest.com/resilientacademy/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theresilientkid957 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashley-costello Website: https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk/