For the visionary entrepreneur, the path is often a lonely one.You see the world through a different lens. Your mind moves at a different speed. You’re driven by a relentless current of ideas, yet you often feel like you’re navigating through a thick, disorienting fog. You've been told you're "too much," "too sensitive," or "too intense." You've been labeled "difficult" for asking the questions no one else dares to ask, or for needing a different kind of environment to do your best work.What if that's not the full story? What if the very things that make you feel different are the source of your greatest strengths?In this profound and validating episode of The Lighthouse Sessions, Jeff sits down with Mara McLoughlin, a speech-language pathologist and founder of IRL Social Skills, for a conversation that will feel less like an interview and more like coming home.Mara pulls back the curtain on the misunderstood world of neurodiversity, including autism and ADHD, not as a clinical diagnosis to be fixed, but as a different neurotype with its own set of operating instructions. This isn't just a talk for parents or educators; it's an essential guide for any leader who has ever felt like an outsider in their own life or business.In this episode, you will discover:The Misunderstood Language of Behavior: Learn why "acting out"—in your children, your team, or even yourself—is often a form of communication signaling an unmet need. Mara explains how actions like humming are actually powerful self-regulation tools.The Double Empathy Problem: Uncover the game-changing idea that communication breakdown isn't a one-way street. It’s a shared responsibility, and understanding this can transform your team dynamics from a place of conflict to one of connection.Why "Pills Don't Teach Skills": Mara delivers a powerful truth about the difference between medication and learned skills. For anyone seeking sustainable strategies for focus and emotional balance, this is a must-hear.The Myth of a One-Size-Fits-All Environment: Jeff and Mara discuss why forcing a neurodivergent mind into a neurotypical system is a recipe for burnout. Learn why simple accommodations aren't special treatment, but essential tools for unlocking high performance.Finding Your People: You’re not meant for everyone. This conversation will give you the permission you’ve been waiting for to stop trying to fit in and start focusing on finding the people who understand and energize you.How Social Skills Become a Superpower: Go beyond the basics and learn why mastering the skills of connection, co-regulation, and handling disagreements is one of the most powerful things you can do for your business and your personal well-being.This episode is a lighthouse for any founder who feels adrift. It’s a confirmation that you are not broken, you are not alone, and your way of seeing the world is not just valid—it's vital.Watch the full episode to gain a new framework for understanding yourself and the people around you.#Neurodiversity #Entrepreneurship #TheLighthouseSessions #ADHD #Autism #Leadership #JeffBorschowa #MaraMcLoughlin

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