47. From Pathology to Power: Understanding Your Factory Settings with Brittany Soltani OTR/L

In this episode, Sam sits down with Brittany Soltani, an ADHD occupational therapist turned coach and founder of NeuroAuthentiq to explore what it means to live authentically as a neurodivergent adult. Brittany shares her unique blend of lived experience and professional expertise, offering insights on unmasking, embracing sensitivities, and reimagining environments to honor human needs.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The difference between pathologizing and embracing neurodivergence
• Why questioning your environment is more important than questioning your sanity
• Sensory processing: understanding and harnessing your “factory settings”
• The power of body doubling and community for executive functioning
• How solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) can help neurodivergent adults move forward
• The importance of strengths-based approaches and rethinking “normal”
• Navigating societal expectations, routines, and the myth of the “perfect” way to be
• The impact of technology, community, and local environments on well-being

Connect with Brittany: Website

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Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. This episode is not replacement for individualized care from a registered dietitian or other medical professional.