Episodios

  • Beyond the Words: How Conversational Aspergian Unlocks Empathy
    Sep 22 2025

    Have you ever shared a personal story only to have a loved one respond with a debate or an ill-timed laugh?

    In this episode, Dr. Kathy Marshack introduces the concept of Conversational Aspergian to help you decode these moments and understand the emotions beneath the surface.

    Using a deeply personal story about her mother and other real-life examples, she explains how neurodiverse individuals often use humor, logic, or avoidance to mask their true feelings.

    You’ll learn to look beyond the words and expand your own empathy, transforming frustration into understanding.

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    Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Going Over the Edge: Life With a Partner or Spouse With “Asperger Syndrome- ANNIVERSARY EDITION”

    ➡️Follow Dr. Kathy on Facebook

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    ➡️If you’re looking for resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, check out Unlocking NeuroDivergent Relationships, a Comprehensive Resource Preview.

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    8 m
  • Write Your Own Story: Finding Purpose After Loss
    Sep 12 2025

    How do you move forward when so much has been taken from you? In this episode, Dr. Kathy Marshack talks about the power of writing your own ending.

    She shares a deeply personal story of loss, betrayal, and the profound lesson she learned from a FedEx driver that the truth has a way of finding the people who need it most.

    This episode is about reclaiming your story and leaving a legacy beyond your losses. You’ll learn that your pain doesn’t have to be your final chapter, and that choosing to build a life filled with purpose is the ultimate revenge.

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    Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Going Over the Edge: Life With a Partner or Spouse With “Asperger Syndrome- ANNIVERSARY EDITION”

    ➡️Follow Dr. Kathy on Facebook

    ➡️Find Dr. Kathy’s Website Here

    ➡️If you’re looking for resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, check out Unlocking NeuroDivergent Relationships, a Comprehensive Resource Preview.

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    9 m
  • The Ripple Effect
    Sep 10 2025

    Dr. Kathy Marshack's health crisis began with a simple problem: contaminated water from an uphill neighbor. But her healing journey uncovered a profound truth: we are all interconnected systems.

    In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Marshack shares her story of chronic illness and recovery, revealing how our bodies are systems of systems, all nestled within our relationships, communities, and environment.

    Using an ancient Greek blueprint for healing and the modern insights of General Systems Theory, you'll learn that true healing isn't about fixing a single symptom but about restoring harmony to the whole.

    This conversation will show you how to look beyond the isolated parts and start listening for the subtle signals that point the way back to balance.

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    Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Going Over the Edge: Life With a Partner or Spouse With “Asperger Syndrome- ANNIVERSARY EDITION”

    ➡️Follow Dr. Kathy on Facebook

    ➡️Find Dr. Kathy’s Website Here

    ➡️If you’re looking for resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, check out Unlocking NeuroDivergent Relationships, a Comprehensive Resource Preview.

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    10 m
  • Is Your Relationship Killing You?
    Sep 1 2025

    Inch by inch, stress does kill. In this raw and deeply personal episode, Dr. Kathy Marshack pulls back the curtain on the hidden costs of emotional erasure in NeuroDivergent relationships.

    She shares her own story of chronic illness, undiagnosed struggles, and the breaking point that forced her to listen to her body's signals.

    You’ll discover why emotional invisibility isn't just painful, it's physically dangerous. Dr. Marshack shows you how to recognize your own suffering, name the dynamic, and reclaim your story before it's too late.

    This isn't a eulogy; it's a wake-up call.

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    Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Going Over the Edge: Life With a Partner or Spouse With “Asperger Syndrome- ANNIVERSARY EDITION”

    ➡️Follow Dr. Kathy on Facebook

    ➡️Find Dr. Kathy’s Website Here

    ➡️If you’re looking for resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, check out Unlocking NeuroDivergent Relationships, a Comprehensive Resource Preview.

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    13 m
  • Welcome to Aspie Planet
    Aug 29 2025

    When the rules of engagement seem to be written in another language, you might be on what I call Aspie Planet.

    This episode explores the Apple TV+ series, Mythic Quest, as a powerful allegory for life in a culture governed by the intense logic, passions, and unique communication styles of those with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    You'll learn how to recognize the markers of this world—from transactional communication to obsessive loyalty to work—and discover how to navigate it with your empathy intact.

    If you’ve ever felt like your relationship is a world unto itself, this conversation is for you.

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    Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Going Over the Edge: Life With a Partner or Spouse With “Asperger Syndrome- ANNIVERSARY EDITION”

    ➡️Follow Dr. Kathy on Facebook

    ➡️Find Dr. Kathy’s Website Here

    ➡️If you’re looking for resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, check out Unlocking NeuroDivergent Relationships, a Comprehensive Resource Preview.

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    11 m
  • Bridging the Empathy Gap: Understanding Neurodivergent Communication
    Aug 22 2025

    Navigating a NeuroDivergent relationship can feel like a journey into a foreign land, where the maps you've always used just don't work.

    In this episode, we're exploring how to bridge the empathy gap and foster deeper connection, even when communication feels "off."

    You’ll discover how to navigate the "uncanny valley" of relationships, understand differing emotional expressions, and challenge your own assumptions to build a shared language of care.

    If you’ve ever felt a quiet distance growing between you and your partner, this conversation will help you find your way back to connection.

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    Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Going Over the Edge: Life With a Partner or Spouse With “Asperger Syndrome- ANNIVERSARY EDITION”

    ➡️Follow Dr. Kathy on Facebook

    ➡️Find Dr. Kathy’s Website Here

    ➡️If you’re looking for resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, check out Unlocking NeuroDivergent Relationships, a Comprehensive Resource Preview.

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    6 m
  • Is Loving Making You Sick?
    Aug 4 2025

    When love begins to drain your health, something needs to change.

    In this episode, we’re uncovering the hidden physical toll that NeuroDivergent relationships can take when chronic stress goes unchecked.

    You’ll learn why empathy should never mean sacrificing yourself, how to recognize emotional exhaustion and gaslighting, and the practical steps you can take to protect your well-being.

    If you’ve ever felt like your body is paying the price for the love you give, this conversation is for you.

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    Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Going Over the Edge: Life With a Partner or Spouse With “Asperger Syndrome- ANNIVERSARY EDITION”

    ➡️Follow Dr. Kathy on Facebook

    ➡️Find Dr. Kathy’s Website Here

    ➡️If you’re looking for resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, check out Unlocking NeuroDivergent Relationships, a Comprehensive Resource Preview.

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    9 m
  • Let Go of Fear and Build Connection With Faith in Your Neurodivergent Relationship
    Aug 4 2025

    Fear has a way of creeping into our relationships, especially when NeuroDivergence is part of the picture. But what if you could replace fear with faith?

    In this episode, I’m diving into the biological roots of fear, the fears that come with meltdowns, and how those fears can silently shape your connection.

    You’ll also learn simple daily practices to shift away from fear and strengthen your relationship through faith, understanding, and love.

    If fear has been steering the wheel, it’s time to take back control. Tune in and start walking the path toward faith.

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    Check out Dr. Kathy’s latest book, “Going Over the Edge: Life With a Partner or Spouse With “Asperger Syndrome- ANNIVERSARY EDITION”

    ➡️Follow Dr. Kathy on Facebook

    ➡️Find Dr. Kathy’s Website Here

    ➡️If you’re looking for resources for NeuroDivergent relationships, check out Unlocking NeuroDivergent Relationships, a Comprehensive Resource Preview.

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    13 m