Episodios

  • 50. Camille's Perspective
    Jan 24 2026

    Connect with Camille:

    • IG: @camilleblock.author
    • FB: @camilleblock.author
    • www.camilleblock.cc

    Camille also did a bonus episode about her book on the podcast: BONUS: Hope For Secondhand Suffering: Tools For The Heart When You Can't Fix Your Loved One's Pain


    Find us on Instagram:

    • Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast/

    Want to contact Charlene?

    • Fill out this form: https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/contact


    Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

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    Credits:

    • Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

    • Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

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    55 m
  • 49. Julia's Perspective
    Dec 20 2025

    Connect with Julia:

    • Julia's blog with Michael: www.beyondthewavesblog.com
    • Julia's website: www.mindbodyjulia.com

    Find us on Instagram:

    • Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast/

    Want to contact Charlene?

    • Fill out this form: https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/contact


    Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

    • https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast
    • https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/support

    Credits:

    • Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

    • Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

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    48 m
  • 48. Aimen's Perspective
    Nov 22 2025

    Connect with Aimen:

    • https://www.instagram.com/unfiltered_aim/

    Find us on Instagram:

    • Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast/

    Want to contact Charlene?

    • Fill out this form: https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/contact


    Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

    • https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast
    • https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/support

    Credits:

    • Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

    • Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

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    46 m
  • 47. Zara's Perspective
    Oct 25 2025

    Find us on Instagram:

    • Follow the podcast at @thespecialneedssiblingpodcast

    Want to contact Charlene?

    • Fill out this online form.


    Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

    • https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast
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    Credits:

    • Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

    • Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

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    54 m
  • 46. Learning to Thrive as a Sib
    Aug 23 2025

    In this episode, Charlene and Heather discuss Heather’s work as a psychotherapist, her journey to becoming an advocate, and what it’s like to navigate loneliness and finding community as a sib.

    Contact Heather:

    • If you are interested in exploring your journey as a sib along with the rest of your beautiful life, you can reach out to Heather directly at heather@sourcingjoyllc.com to learn more.

    • Follow Heather on Instagram at @sibthrive

    • Check out the Sibling Leadership Network

    Episode highlights:

    • Managing survivor guilt

    • Dealing with loneliness

    • Coping mechanisms

    • The journey of becoming an advocate as a sib

    • Finding community and connecting with sibs

    Find us on Instagram:

    • Follow the podcast at @thespecialneedssiblingpodcast

    Want to contact Charlene? Fill out this online form.

    Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

    https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast

    https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/support

    Credits:

    • Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

    • Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

    • Show Notes by Caroline Mason

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    55 m
  • 45. Focusing on the Positives of Being a Sib
    Aug 2 2025

    In this episode, Charlene and Gaby discuss a positive versus negative outlook on being a sib, embracing awkward moments, and the importance of community support.


    Episode highlights:

    • Dealing with embarrassment in awkward situations
    • The parentification of sibs, especially of sisters
    • Supporting someone who has a mental illness and a disability


    Find us on Instagram:

    • Follow the podcast at ⁠@thespecialneedssiblingpodcast⁠


    Want to contact Charlene? ⁠Fill out this online form⁠.


    Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

    • ⁠https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast ⁠
    • ⁠https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/support⁠


    Credits:

    • Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

    • Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

    • Show Notes & Social Media by Caroline Mason

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  • 44. Family Dynamics and Childhood Normalcy
    Jun 28 2025

    This episode is dedicated to Christopher North Sr. (Josh's stepdad and Akeem's biological dad), who passed away earlier this year. We send our love and support to Josh and his family.


    In this episode, Charlene and Josh discuss family dynamics, providing a sense of normalcy for your sibling, and what it's like to move away from family.


    Episode highlights:

    • The patience sibs develop can benefit them in other areas of their life, such as work
    • How to create a sense of normalcy for your sibling
    • Needing space and moving away from family


    Find us on Instagram:

    • Follow the podcast at @thespecialneedssiblingpodcast


    Want to contact Charlene? Fill out this online form.


    Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

    • https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast
    • https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/support


    Credits:

    • Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

    • Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

    • Show Notes & Social Media by Caroline Mason

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  • 43. Navigating Friendships and People's Perceptions
    May 24 2025

    In this episode, Charlene and Abbey cover an array of topics, including navigating friendships as a sib and responding to people’s perceptions of your family.


    Episode highlights:

    • Building authentic friendships
    • Leaving unwelcoming communities
    • Responding to people’s reactions to your family in public spaces
    • Prioritizing quality time with parents


    Find us on Instagram:

    • Follow the podcast at @thespecialneedssiblingpodcast


    Want to contact Charlene? Fill out this online form.


    Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

    • https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast
    • https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/support


    Credits:

    • Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay
    • Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production
    • Show Notes & Social Media by Caroline Mason
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    1 h