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In this episode, Samantha and Lauren continue their discussion on how to communicate positively with neurodivergent children, ensuring your child receives more positive than negative feedback.

They explore various strategies such as praising effort over outcome, naming invisible skills like regulation and flexibility, and using descriptive feedback instead of generic praise to help neurodivergent kids feel understood and appreciated.

Samantha and Lauren emphasize the importance of catching small, neutral moments and separating behavior from identity to avoid feelings of shame. They also discuss the significance of building positive feedback into daily routines and reflecting strengths during hard moments to establish a predictable, supportive environment.

They wrap up by offering practical questions parents can ask themselves to evaluate their feedback practices and promoting resources available on their website for further support.

00:00 Introduction

00:40 Recap of Last Week's Episode

01:22 The Importance of Positive Feedback

04:17 Strategies for Giving Positive Feedback

04:51 Praising Effort Over Outcome

07:18 Naming Invisible Skills

09:37 Using Descriptive Feedback

12:20 Catching Small Moments

14:43 Separating Behavior from Identity

18:59 Reflecting Strengths During Hard Moments

19:30 Building Positive Feedback into Routines

21:23 Recap and Final Thoughts

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Samantha and Lauren discuss the negative impact of constant corrective feedback and emphasize the importance of recognizing children's efforts rather than just their outcomes.

They share personal experiences and research findings that show how neurodivergent kids often receive more negative feedback than their neurotypical peers. They highlight the importance of creating a supportive home environment that counterbalances the critical feedback children might receive from schools and other settings.

The episode ends with a promise to provide practical tips on giving meaningful positive feedback in the next discussion.

00:00 Introduction

00:39 New Year Resolutions and Positive Feedback

02:05 The Impact of Negative Feedback on Neurodivergent Kids

05:18 Effort vs. Outcome: Recognizing the Invisible Work

06:50 Personal Stories and Examples

10:25 The Role of Parents and Positive Reinforcement

17:15 Conclusion and Next Week's Topic

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