# Nancy Gilette Pt. 1: Autism Support, Parent Burnout, and Building Real Connection

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Podcast: [Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sh-t-that-goes-on-in-our-heads-6035444)
Published: 2026-06-02T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Kicking off Season 18, Nancy Gilette joins G-Rex and Dirty Skittles to talk about autism support, parent burnout, neurodivergent parenting, and why behavior is communication. This episode offers compassionate tools for parents of autistic children who want to move from survival mode into real connection, emotional regulation, and family wellness.

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