Thriving as a Twice-Exceptional Adult w/ Dr. Melanie Hayes

Oct 21 2023, 10 AM Pacific

In this talk, Dr. Melanie Hayes, author of We Tried Normal and Being Twice Exceptional, will explore what it means to thrive as a neurodivergent adult. As a leader in the 2e community, Dr. Hayes will share insights and practical strategies for identifying and building on your strengths, finding your niche, and advocating for your needs as a neurodivergent individual.

Drawing on her extensive research and experience working with gifted and twice exceptional individuals, Dr. Hayes will offer practical advice on how to overcome common challenges such as feeling like an outsider, struggling with executive functioning, and managing sensory overwhelm. She will also discuss the importance of finding community and building support networks to help you navigate the complexities of the neurodivergent experience.

Whether you are a neurodivergent adult looking to better understand your strengths and challenges, or someone who is supporting a neurodivergent loved one, this talk will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for thriving as a neurodivergent individual. Join us for an inspiring and informative conversation with Dr. Melanie Hayes.

About Melanie

Dr. Melanie Hayes focuses on helping neurodivergent, gifted, and twice exceptional persons find their niche and work to their strengths. She holds a master’s in gifted education, a master’s in marriage and family therapy, and a doctorate in educational leadership with a focus on twice exceptionality. Her research and outreach over the past decade has been centered on building support and understanding for the 2e population. Dr. Hayes is also the founder of Big Minds, an educational model for 2e children that mentors and supports their intellectual, social, and emotional well-being. 

About the Embracing Intensity Community

The Embracing Intensity Community is a community of gifted, creative and neurodivergent individuals who are exploring their strengths while supporting their challenges.

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