Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m sharing a simple yet powerful strategy to respond when your neurodiverse kids are upset: “Feelings First.” This response may be simple, but it is not easy. It requires us to allow and accept our child’s emotions WITHOUT trying to solve or fix their pain. And when they are blaming us for that pain, it also requires that we set aside our own defensiveness so we can respond to their feelings with true compassion and empathy. Using the example of my ...