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Brooke Taylor hosts a Catholic lifestyle show for all ages and stages of life. Featuring guests on the topics of faith, culture, mental health, special needs, fitness, travel always pointing back to truth, beauty, goodness.
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Monday Mar 09, 2026
Monday Mar 09, 2026
In this episode, Ginny Kochis shares her inspiring journey as a Catholic mom and author of Quirky Catholic Kids, offering insights on supporting neurodivergent children through faith and community. We explore challenges, saintly intercessors, and prayer strategies.
We cover:
Understanding neurodivergence: autism, ADHD, OCD, PDA, and more
The spiritual approach: integrating saints and prayers like the litany of humility
Embracing the spectrum: development versus discipline in raising neurodivergent children
Practical tips for Mass attendance
Personal stories of meltdowns, acceptance, and community support
Saints as intercessors: Therese, Zellie, Louie, and others, inspiring perseverance and patience
Creating sensory-friendly Mass environments and advocacy within parishes
The importance of surrender and trust in God's plan for our families
Resources & Links:
- Quirky Catholic Kids: Navigating Neurodivergence with Faith and Joy
- Sophia Institute Press
- Zellie Society coaching program
- Sensory-Friendly Mass in Burke, VA
- Saint Therese of Lisieux
- St. Dymphna — Patron Saint of mental health
- Prayer Resources
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