Season 2, Episode 2 - Part 2. Ellie’s Story: Masking, Misunderstanding, and Making School Work for Neurodivergent Learners

12/10/2025 29 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this powerful second part of our conversation with Ellie, diagnosed as an adult with autism and ADHD, we explore the hidden emotional cost of masking, the teachers who made a difference, and what schools can do better for neurodivergent students.Ellie shares her experiences of trying to fit in, what she wishes teachers had understood, and how we can design classrooms that feel safer and more supportive for every learner.You can find out more about Ellie’s work at mantraandmoss.com.au.🎙️ Hosted by Charlotte and Carla🌟 Think Different, Teach Better – because inclusion starts with understanding.#ThinkDifferentTeachBetter #Neurodiversity #NeurodivergentVoices #AutismAwareness #ADHDAwareness #InclusiveEducation #TeachingPodcast #Neuroinclusion #Masking #DiversityInEducation #EducationForAll #TeacherPD #AustralianTeachers #MantraAndMoss #TeacherLearning #StudentWellbeing #TraumaInformedEducation #AutisticAdults #ADHDWomen #EducationPodcast #TeachersOfInstagram #SchoolInclusion #EmpathyInEducation #EveryLearnerMatters

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