Our Gifted Kids Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Joanne Foster, an expert in gifted education and author, shares her journey and insights into supporting the wellbeing of gifted children. Originating from a classroom experience that sparked her interest in gifted education, Dr. Foster dives into topics such as motivating gifted children, the importance of finding an optimal match between a child's interests and their learning tasks, and avoiding the potential pitfalls of labeling children with 'potential.'  Dr. Foster discusses her books on procrastination and offers practical tips for parents to help their gifted children navigate their educational journeys while maintaining balance and resilience. - - - - Enjoyed the podcast? Subscribe & leave us a review! 5 stars will do! - - - - We get it. Parenting gifted kids is hard. If you’re feeling seen, join the Our Gifted Kids online community for more support. Access our Unpacking Gifted course for a deep understanding of giftedness. Love the podcast? Leave a review, make a one time donation, become a patron or find out more about supporting the podcast.  Subscribe to our newsletter. Download your FREE ebook: Top 10 Parenting Hacks for Parenting Gifted Kids Want to sponsor this podcast or be a guest? Get in touch!   For ebooks, blogs, show notes and more go to www.ourgiftedkids.com - - - - Linktree: @ourgiftedkids Facebook: @ourgiftedkidsonine  Free Facebook Group Instagram: @ourgiftedkids - - - - Stay quirky and see you again soon! - Sophia

In this insightful podcast episode, Sophia welcomes Brianne Hudak, a seasoned educator and current doctoral student specializing in educational leadership, to discuss underachievement among gifted students.  Brianne shares her extensive experience in various educational roles and her dedication to supporting gifted and talented students. The conversation explores the reasons behind gifted underachievement, its impact on mental health, educational strategies to address it, and the long-term effects into adulthood.  - - - - Enjoyed the podcast? Subscribe & leave us a review! 5 stars will do! - - - - We get it. Parenting gifted kids is hard. If you’re feeling seen, join the Our Gifted Kids online community for more support. Access our Unpacking Gifted course for a deep understanding of giftedness. Love the podcast? Leave a review, make a one time donation, become a patron or find out more about supporting the podcast.  Subscribe to our newsletter. Download your FREE ebook: Top 10 Parenting Hacks for Parenting Gifted Kids Want to sponsor this podcast or be a guest? Get in touch!   For ebooks, blogs, show notes and more go to www.ourgiftedkids.com - - - - Linktree: @ourgiftedkids Facebook: @ourgiftedkidsonine  Free Facebook Group Instagram: @ourgiftedkids - - - - Stay quirky and see you again soon! - Sophia

In this episode, host Sophia welcomes Dr. Heidi Lack, psychologist and registered art therapist with over three decades of extensive clinical experience.  Dr. Lack shares her expertise in behavioural medicine, sensory sensitivities, and neurodiversity, discussing her personal journey and unique experiences with giftedness and misophonia.  The conversation delves deep into the complex nature of misophonia, its impact, and effective interventions. Dr. Lack also explains how the condition intersects with empathy and sensory processing, offering valuable insights and practical strategies for managing misophonia in daily life. - - - - Enjoyed the podcast? Subscribe & leave us a review! 5 stars will do! - - - - We get it. Parenting gifted kids is hard. If you’re feeling seen, join the Our Gifted Kids online community for more support. Access our Unpacking Gifted course for a deep understanding of giftedness. Love the podcast? Leave a review, make a one time donation, become a patron or find out more about supporting the podcast.  Subscribe to our newsletter. Download your FREE ebook: Top 10 Parenting Hacks for Parenting Gifted Kids Want to sponsor this podcast or be a guest? Get in touch!   For ebooks, blogs, show notes and more go to www.ourgiftedkids.com - - - - Linktree: @ourgiftedkids Facebook: @ourgiftedkidsonine  Free Facebook Group Instagram: @ourgiftedkids - - - - Episode Resources www.drheidilack.com - - - - Stay quirky and see you again soon! - Sophia  

Welcome to the New Season of Our Gifted Kids Podcast! Join Sophia Elliott as she kicks off a new season of the Our Gifted Kids Podcast. Reflecting on a challenging yet transformative 2023, Sophia shares her journey of personal growth and the balancing act of parenting gifted, neurodivergent children. Learn about exciting new updates, including upcoming episodes, and new course offerings. Sophia also extends heartfelt gratitude to her listeners and the gifted community for their unwavering support. Tune in for a year full of insightful collaborations, resources, and the relentless pursuit to help every gifted family thrive. 00:00 Introduction to Our Gifted Kid Podcast 00:39 A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Community 01:20 Reflecting on a Challenging Year 04:12 New Beginnings and Future Plans 06:33 Exciting Updates and Collaborations 08:59  Closing Remarks and How to Connect - - - Enjoyed the podcast? Subscribe & leave us a review! 5 stars will do! - - - - We get it. Parenting gifted kids is hard. If you’re feeling seen, join the Our Gifted Kids online community for more support. Access our Unpacking Gifted course for a deep understanding of giftedness. Love the podcast? Leave a review, make a one time donation, become a patron or find out more about supporting the podcast.  Subscribe to our newsletter. Download your FREE ebook: Top 10 Parenting Hacks for Parenting Gifted Kids Want to sponsor this podcast or be a guest? Get in touch!   For ebooks, blogs, show notes and more go to www.ourgiftedkids.com - - - - Linktree: @ourgiftedkids Facebook: @ourgiftedkidsonine  Free Facebook Group Instagram: @ourgiftedkids - - - - Stay quirky and see you again soon! - Sophia