Podcast 78 When rigid Meets Rigid - Inflexible thinking in Neurodivergent Classrooms

When Rigid Meets Rigid — Inflexible Thinking in Neurodivergent Classrooms

What happens when both the teacher and the student are neurodivergent… and neither brain can bend?

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Ruth shares real classroom experiences that expose one of the most misunderstood dynamics in education today.

What looks like defiance…
 What gets labelled as “non-compliance”…
 What turns into daily power struggles…

…is often something much deeper.

👉 Two nervous systems in survival mode.

You’ll discover:

• Why inflexible thinking is not a behaviour issue — it’s neurological
• How anxiety and predictability drive both teacher and student responses
• What’s really happening during those explosive classroom moments
• Practical, realistic strategies that actually de-escalate situations
• The mindset shift that can completely transform your classroom

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle with a student… or wondered why certain dynamics escalate so quickly — this episode will change the way you see it forever.

Because this isn’t about control.
 It’s about regulation, safety, and understanding the brain.

🎙️ This is a must-listen for teachers, parents, and anyone supporting neurodivergent children.

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