TPP 209a: Blake Boles Asks Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids to School
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TPP 454: What Do I Do When My 18-year-old Is Stalled Out and Not Ready to Launch?
This week I’m joined by Zach Morris for a thoughtful conversation
about the challenges of parenting neurodivergent teens who are
approaching adulthood. We dig into a listener question about an
almost-18-year-old who’s still really struggling, despite years of
support. Zach and I explore the pressures parents face, the grief that
can come up, how to hold boundaries with empathy, and why we need to
rethink what success and failure actually mean. We also talk about the
importance of understanding each child’s unique developmental
timeline—and how to give ourselves and our kids space to pause, regroup,
and keep going.
About Debbie:
Debbie Reber, MA is a parenting activist, bestselling author, speaker, and the CEO and founder of TiLT Parenting, a resource, top-performing podcast,
consultancy, and community with a focus on shifting the paradigm for
parents raising and embracing neurodivergent children. A regular
contributor to Psychology Today and ADDitude Magazine, and the author of more than a dozen books for children and teens, Debbie’s most recent book is Differently Wired: A Parent’s Guide to Raising an Atypical Child with Confidence and Hope.
About Zach
Zach Morris is a thought leader in education who is committed to helping
people increase compassion, collaboration, and learning. Zach supports
individuals, families, and organizations who aim to develop a greater
sense of safety and empowerment in themselves, in their relationships,
and in their communities. Gently guiding humans through the resistance
they encounter is at the core of Zach’s work. Learn more about Zach here
Things You'll Learn from This Episode
Why parenting neurodivergent teens near adulthood requires extra patience, flexibility, and a long-view approach
How societal expectations can increase stress and make it harder to trust our child’s unique path
Why processing grief is a necessary part of coming to terms with unmet expectations and ongoing struggles
How setting and holding clear, compassionate boundaries helps support both safety and autonomy
Why redefining success and failure can reduce pressure and create space for authentic growth
How taking breaks, leaning on support, and staying attuned to our child’s timeline can nurture long-term resilience
Resources Mentioned
The Self-Driven Children with William Stixrud and Ned Johnson (Tilt Parenting Podcast)
Dr. Dan Peters on The Teen Years & Preparing to Launch (Tilt Parenting Podcast)
The Autistic Burnout Workbook: Your Guide to Your Personal Recovery Plan by Dr. Megan Anna Neff
A Conversation with Dr. Megan Anna Neff About Autistic Burnout (Tilt Parenting Podcast)
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TPP 453: Dr. Lisa Rappaport on Parenting Dyslexia and Supporting Dyslexic Learners in School and Beyond
In this conversation, I talk with neuropsychologist Lisa Rappaport about the realities of living with dyslexia—something she knows firsthand. We get into what dyslexia really is (and isn’t), how awareness and support have evolved, and why early diagnosis and strong advocacy matter so much. Lisa shares insights from both her personal and professional experience, and we talk through ways parents can support their kids with dyslexia at home and in school.
About Lisa Rappaport, PhD
Lisa Rappaport, PhD, is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Manhattan with a specialty in working with and diagnosing learning disabilities. She has extensive training and experience in treating adults and children with dyslexia, attention deficit disorder, and anxiety disorders. In addition to her private practice, Dr.Rappaport is also on the faculty at the Rose F. Kennedy Center Children’s Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She lives in Manhattan.
Things you'll learn from this episode
Why early diagnosis and intervention are essential to support dyslexic children’s learning and confidence
How parental advocacy can play a powerful role in securing school accommodations and support
Why stigma and misunderstanding around dyslexia can negatively impact self-esteem—and how to counter it
How gaps in teacher training contribute to delays in recognizing and addressing dyslexia in the classroom
How consistent support at home and school can help dyslexic children thrive academically and emotionally
Resources mentioned
Dr. Lisa Rappaport’s website
Parenting Dyslexia: A Comprehensive Guide to Helping Kids Develop Confidence, Combat Shame, and Achieve Their True Potential by Lisa Rappaport, PhD and Jody Lyons, MEd
Parenting Dyslexia on Hachette
Author Micki Boas on Advocating for Dyslexic Students (Full-Tilt Parenting)
One in Five: How We’re Fighting for Our Dyslexic Kids in a System That’s Failing Them by Micki Boas
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TPP 207a: Dr. Tina Payne Bryson on The Power of Showing Up
Psychotherapist and author Tina Payne Bryson talks about what showing up for our kids looks like and the theory of secure attachment and how it affects our children on a neurological level.
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TPP 452: Dr. Laura Markham on Peacefully Parenting Siblings in Neurospicy Families
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Markham to unpack the often messy world of sibling dynamics—especially when one or more kids are neurodivergent. We talk about why peaceful parenting starts with connection, how to handle those inevitable "it's not fair!" moments, and how to repair after conflict. Laura shares thoughtful, practical strategies for supporting each child’s unique needs while nurturing more positive sibling relationships, even when things feel really hard.
About Dr. Laura Markham
Dr. Laura Markham is the author of Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How To Stop Yelling and Start Connecting, Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings: How To Stop the Fighting and Raise Friends for Life, and The Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids Workbook: Using mindfulness and connection to raise resilient, joyful children and rediscover your love of parenting.
Dr. Laura Markham earned her PhD in clinical psychology at Columbia University and has worked as a parenting coach with countless families across the world. Over 170,000 moms and dads enjoy Dr. Laura’s free weekly coaching posts via email. You can sign up on any page of her website, Peacefulparenthappykids.com, which serves up Aha! Moments for parents of babies through teens. Dr. Laura’s aspiration is to change the world, one child at a time, by supporting parents. The proud mother of two thriving young adults who were raised with her peaceful parenting approach, she lives with her husband in New York.
Things you'll learn from this episode
Why parenting that prioritizes connection over strategy lays the foundation for healthy sibling dynamics
How self-regulation in parents shapes the emotional tone and effectiveness of conflict resolution between siblings
Why it’s important to embrace sibling conflict as a normal and teachable part of growing up, while guiding repair and emotional processing
How acknowledging each child’s unique needs and avoiding comparison fosters a sense of fairness and individual worth
Why modeling compassion, calm, and appropriate behavior teaches kids how to navigate conflict and build emotional intelligence
How recognizing the goodwill in children and validating their feelings helps strengthen sibling bonds, even during tough moments
Resources mentioned
Dr. Laura Markham’s Peaceful Parent Happy Kids website
Raising Peaceful Siblings with Tools to Ease Jealousy and Build Connection (Free Guide)
Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting by Dr. Laura Markham
Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings: How to Stop the Fighting and Raise Friends for Life by Dr. Laura Markham
Dr. Laura Markham on Facebook
Dr. Laura Markham on Instagram
Self-Compassion for Tough Moments Printable
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About Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Children
Feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of raising a neurodivergent child? Full-Tilt Parenting is here to help. Hosted by parenting activist and author Debbie Reber, this podcast is your go-to resource for navigating life with ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), giftedness, and twice-exceptional (2e) kids. With expert interviews and candid conversations, you'll discover practical solutions for things like school challenges and refusal, therapy options, and fostering inclusion, social struggles, advocacy, intense behavior, and more — all through a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming lens. Whether you're struggling with advocating for your child at school or seeking ways to better support their unique needs, Debbie offers the guidance and encouragement you need to reduce overwhelm and create a thriving, joyful family environment. It's like sitting down with a trusted friend who gets it. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back!
Listen to Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Children, Aware and Aggravated and many other podcasts from around the world with the radio.net app
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