The Finding Avalon is well underway with Episode 6 marking a fully East Coast vibe with a sweet cultural connection between Jenna and Jenniva’s island heritage (Newfoundland and Jamaica, with very longstanding links of cultural and trading friendship between the islands).
Jenniva brings her wisdom, calm and sincere confidence as she talks about embracing her autism and ADHD along her journey of authenticity, as well as what she sees as an undeniable link between spirituality and neurodivergence.
With 100K+ followers on TikTok, Jenniva’s built a safe space for neurodivergent people to explore, unmask, understand and reach for support in a community that includes and celebrates them.
“I’m trying to create a space where people feel safe enough to unmask and explore who they really are. I know firsthand how exhausting it is to live under the layers of societal conditioning and programming and constantly feeling like you need to shrink yourself just to be palatable.
Jenniva
You were never broken – it’s the system. The problem is the systems that made you feel like you had to hide. So the more we unlearn shame and let go of who we thought we had to be, the closer we get to who we we’ve always been underneath it all.
That’s really what I try to advocate in just allowing people to feel seen, because I definitely understand.”
About this Episode
Episode Title: Spiritual Awakening or Neurodivergent Self-Discovery? Not a Coincidence with Jenniva (S1E6)
Episode Summary: In this episode of Finding Avalon, host Jenna Barnable speaks with Jenniva, an intuitive guide and content creator, about her journey with neurodivergence, particularly autism and ADHD. Jenniva shares her advocacy work aimed at empowering late-diagnosed individuals and fostering authenticity in a world that often misunderstands them.
The conversation delves into the intersections of neurodivergence and spirituality, the importance of creating safe spaces for self-exploration, and the need to challenge societal misconceptions about disability. Jenniva emphasizes the significance of being true to oneself and finding community among those who resonate with one’s authentic self.
Takeaways from this Episode
- Jenniva’s journey involves unlearning and rediscovering her truth.
- Neurodivergence is often misunderstood and requires advocacy.
- Authenticity is crucial for healing and self-acceptance.
- The overlap between autism and ADHD is significant and often overlooked.
- Personal revelations can lead to greater self-compassion.
- Cycles and hormonal changes impact emotional well-being for neurodivergent individuals.
- Creating safe spaces allows for authentic self-exploration.
- Spiritual awakenings often coincide with the realization of neurodivergence.
- Challenging societal misconceptions about disability is essential.
- Inclusion means creating environments where neurodivergent individuals are valued.
- “Unmasking is just being yourself.”
- “Create a life that’s easy for you.”
- “Be yourself. Forget what people think.”
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