Raising Lifelong Learners

Colleen Kessler

The Raising Lifelong Learners podcast helps homeschooling parents encourage their differently-wired kids to learn, explore passions, cultivate creativity, and become fascinated by the world around them. Join host Colleen Kessler -- educational consultant, gifted specialist, author, and speaker -- for interviews, audioblogs, tips, and encouragement to help your differently-wired kiddos become lifelong learners -- children who know that they can find the answers to anything they want to know if they can just view their world with play, passion, and fascination.

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Raising Lifelong Learners

Episodes (302)

Wednesday Social Energy, Recovery Plans, and Connection for Neurodivergent Families
Wed Apr 1st "I Don't Want Friends": When Your Homeschooler Prefers Solitude
Mar 19th When Friendship Feels Impossible: Supporting Neurodivergent Kids Through Rejection

Raising Lifelong Learners

Apr 8, 2026
36½ minutes
50 MB

This week, we wrapped up our five-episode series all about social life and friendship for neurodivergent homeschooled kiddos. Episode 311 digs into a topic many families experience but often don't have a name for: social hangovers—the aftermath of social time when kids (and adults!) crash, resist future invitations, or need days to recover. Key Takeaways Social hangovers are the nervous system's delayed response to social effort, especially common in neurodivergent kids who mask, self-monitor, and process a ton during interactions. Signs include: Irritability or emotional explosions Withdrawal/shutdown Physical complaints (headaches, stomachaches) Re...

Raising Lifelong Learners

Social Energy, Recovery Plans, and Connection for Neurodivergent Families

Colleen Kessler

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