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Articles, books, research and tools referenced across the show — a growing library for going deeper.Articles, books, research and tools referenced across the show.

ARTICLE20 Gratitude Exercises & Activities to Boost Well-BeingPopular gratitude exercises include keeping a gratitude journal, writing gratitude letters, using a gratitude jar, and practicing gratitude.
ORGANISATIONAIM High (Autism Initiatives Malaysia - High)An autistic-led, professionally supported non-profit peer support group and non-governmental organisation (NGO) based in Malaysia.
PODCASTBrené Brown - Lock-In and Lock-Through PowerBrené Brown’s concept of "lock-in" and "lock-through" power, comes from a chapter in her book Strong Ground and is featured on her Dare to Lead Podcast. The concept uses the engineering metaphor of a boat lock (a chamber on a canal or river used to raise or lower boats between different water levels) to explain how humans navigate daily life transitions, particularly the high-stress shift from work to home.
RESEARCHCare to Compete: New ILO report shows business case for care policies for employees with disabilitiesAhead of the International Day of Care and Support, a new report from the International Labour Organization’s Global Business and Disability Network links effective disability-inclusive workplace care and support policies to employee engagement, retention and productivity.
RESEARCHDaniel Goleman’s Four-Quadrant Emotional Intelligence ModelDaniel Goleman’s Four-Quadrant Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Model organises emotional competencies into a 2x2 grid based on two main axes: Personal vs. Social (focus) and Recognition vs. Regulation.
ORGANISATIONDear Dyslexia FoundationDear Dyslexic Foundation (DDF) is a dyslexic-led grassroots, social enterprise with charitable status. Established in 2017 it has been the leader in changing the narrative for adults with dyslexia across Australia. Since its conception, it has given a voice to the once-voiceless by disrupting the norm and making significant contributions to this space.
RESEARCHEY - How can action on neuroinclusion accelerate business transformation?The EY Global Neuroinclusion at Work Study 2025 surveyed over 2,000 executives and professionals across 22 countries and 8 industries to examine workplace inclusion, skill proficiency, and retention for neurodivergent (ND) employees.
BOOKErin Meyer’s The Culture MapA groundbreaking management book that offers a systematic framework for understanding how cultural differences affect international business. Rather than relying on clunky stereotypes, Meyer uses data and anecdotes to map national behavioural tendencies across eight behavioural scales, helping multicultural teams build trust, avoid misunderstandings, and collaborate effectively.
ARTICLEEye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) TherapyEye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured psychotherapy method designed to help people heal from the distress of past traumatic experiences. Developed by Francine Shapiro in 1987, it is widely recommended as an effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
VIDEOFlexible work arrangementsFlexible work is becoming increasingly important for employers in attracting and retaining diverse and talented employees. A flexible work arrangement is an agreement between an employer and an employee to change the standard working arrangement to better accommodate an employee’s commitments outside of work.
TOOLFlow Timer (Pomodoro Timer)The Flow Timer helps you focus on the task at hand with clear visual time tracking. It offers focus & break timers (25/5 min default), flow mode for the Pomodoro Method, a stopwatch, and adjustable brightness & volume, and is customisable to suit your workflow.
ORGANISATIONGamuda AI AcademyGamuda AI Academy is a talent-development and social-impact initiative established by Gamuda Berhad and Yayasan Gamuda in Malaysia. Its core focus is supporting neurodivergent adults (such as autistic individuals) to transition into the corporate and public workforce.
TOOLGoblin ToolsGoblin Tools is a collection of small, simple, single-task tools, mostly designed to help neurodivergent people with tasks they find overwhelming or difficult.
TOOLGrammarlyGrammarly is an American English-language writing assistant software tool. It started as a tool to review the spelling, grammar, and tone of a piece of writing and to identify possible instances of plagiarism.
ARTICLEHow Chunking Makes Content More AccessibleContent chunking divides large blocks of information into smaller, logical, and digestible units to match human working memory limits.
BOOKHyperfocus by Chris BaileyPublished in August 2018, the book argues that managing your attention—rather than your time—is the true path to efficiency, creativity, and a meaningful life.
ORGANISATIONJobAccess - Employee Assistance FundThe Employee Assistance Fund provides financial help for workplace modifications, assistive technology (such as screen readers), specialised equipment, Auslan services, mental health support, and physical changes like ramps or automated doors.
TOOLKaiko FidgetsProvides discreet sensory tools and fidgets for focus, anxiety, and emotional regulation. Offerings cater to adults and children, with stylish options for teens. Products are developed with neurodiversity lived experience and occupational therapy insights, supporting various daily needs.
BOOKLimitless Expanded Edition: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional LifeA definitive guide to meta-learning (learning how to learn). Written by a world-renowned brain coach who overcame a childhood traumatic brain injury, the book outlines a framework for dismantling self-imposed limitations and optimising cognitive performance.
TOOLLoop EarplugsLoop offers earplugs for diverse needs: clear music at events, focused work, travel, and restful sleep. Options include designs for parents and children, as well as adjustable noise relief. Sleep masks for complete darkness are also available. Products focus on comfort, quality, and sound protection.
RESEARCHMaking the invisible visibleFrom therapy coordination to workplace stigma, NDIS navigation to school meetings, the 2025 Making the Invisible Visible report reveals what 1,091 Australian families experience every day. Families where 93% feel misunderstood or invisible, yet carry profound strength, hope, and love.
TOOLMicrosoft LoopCollaborate in real time with Microsoft Loop. Organize tasks, share ideas, and integrate workflows across teams.
TOOLMiroMiro is a collaborative visual workspace and digital whiteboard platform designed for remote, distributed, and hybrid teams to brainstorm, plan, and execute projects together on an infinite canvas.
ORGANISATIONNeuroFuelAn Australian consulting and coaching business founded by Laura Kendall that focuses on neuroinclusive leadership, workplace strategy, diagnostics, and supporting neurodiverse talent.
TOOLNotebookLM (Gemani Notebook)The AI research tool and thinking partner that can analyse your sources, turn complexity into clarity and transform your content.
ARTICLEPositive Intelligence: How to Overcome Saboteurs in CoachingPositive Intelligence (PQ) is a mental fitness framework developed by Shirzad Chamine that measures how often your mind works for you (your Sage) versus against you (your Saboteurs).
TOOLProcess Communication Model (PCM)The Process Communication Model (PCM) is a validated psychological framework and communication methodology developed in the 1970s by American clinical psychologist Dr. Taibi Kahler and famously used by NASA for astronaut selection and crew profiling.
GUIDEReset Room Design GuideAustralia's first-ever Reset Room Design Guide (Sensory Rooms & Chill-Out Zones) in partnership with Deakin University and Architecture & Access.
RESEARCHSelf-Compassion: Theory, Method, Research, and InterventionDr. Kristin Neff’s framework for self-compassion defines it as treating oneself with the same warmth, care, and understanding that you would offer a good friend during moments of suffering, failure, or personal inadequacy.
BOOKSensory Intelligence Why it matters more than both IQ and EQSensory intelligence explains, in clear, layman's terms, how this works, helping you understand why you and others respond to sensory input the way you do. It then tells you how to modulate your senses to adapt to your environment and other people, or to change your environment to fit your sensory preferences.
ARTICLESensory MapsSensory maps are pre-visit or on-site inclusive design tools that detail environmental stimuli, such as noise levels, lighting, crowds, temperature, and smells, to help neurodivergent and sensory-processing individuals navigate spaces with greater predictability and control.
TOOLSensory MatrixThe Sensory Matrix™ is a science-backed online self-assessment developed by Sensory Intelligence® Consulting that measures how your nervous system processes sensory input across seven senses, with practical tools and strategies to help you reduce stress and digital fatigue, improve focus, prevent burnout, and thrive at work and in life.
GUIDESetting your work hours and location in OutlookMicrosoft 365 can help you manage and share your work schedule. You're also able to specify more details about your work schedule, including where you're working (remotely or in the office) and whether you work different hours on different days.
ORGANISATIONShift 20 InitiativeThe Shift 20 Initiative is a coalition of the nation’s top brands working towards increased disability representation, inclusion and accessibility in marketing and communications.
VIDEOSimon Sinek’s Consistency over Intensity ConceptSimon Sinek’s concept of consistency over intensity, popularised in an animated RSA Short, explains that lasting success in leadership, relationships, and personal growth comes from small, daily actions rather than rare, massive bursts of effort.
RESEARCHSocial StoriesSocial Stories (pioneered by Carol Grey in 1990) are short, personalised narratives designed to explain social situations, routines, and expectations to individuals who benefit from clear social communication.
TOOLSpeechifyTurn Any Text Into Audio With Speechify's #1 AI Text-to-Speech App. For Children & Adults. Listen and Learn Without Limits.
BOOKThe Canary CodeA guide to creating inclusive workplaces that support neurodivergent talent, with practical insights and evidence-based tools for flexible, transparent systems.
BOOKThe Eat to Focus CookbookDesigned specifically for individuals with ADHD. It blends modern neuronutritional science (ideal protein, fat, and fiber ratios) with Ayurvedic principles to help with focus, emotional regulation, and dopamine support without overwhelming diet tracking.
ARTICLEThe GROW coaching model: What it is and how to use itThe GROW model is a simple, four-step framework used in coaching, problem-solving, and goal-setting. Developed in the 1980s by Sir John Whitmore, Graham Alexander, and Alan Fine, it helps individuals or teams move from where they are now to where they want to be.
PODCASTThe Nutritional Mental Health PodcastHosted on Spotify, this show covers nutritional psychology, the gut-brain connection, elimination diets, and the links between diet, ADHD, and mood disorders.
TOOLUnderstanding ZoeUnderstanding Zoe is an Australian, AI-powered, neuro-affirming platform and mobile application that helps families, adults, and support networks navigate neurodivergence (including autism, ADHD, PDA, dyslexia, and sensory processing differences).
RESEARCHUniversal DesignUniversal design creates products, environments, and services usable by all people to the greatest extent possible without needing special adaptation.
ARTICLEWhat Is Interoception? Your Body’s Inner Sense, ExplainedInteroception is how we sense hunger, thirst, pain, and emotions from inside the body. Dr. Neff, an AuDHD psychologist, explains how it works.
ARTICLEWhat Is a Strength-Based Approach? (Incl. Examples & Tools)A Strengths-Based Framework replaces a deficit-focused model by concentrating on an individual's inner capabilities, resilience, and resources to drive performance and well-being.
ARTICLEWhy You Need a ‘Challenge Network’A challenge network is a group of trusted advisors, critics, and peers assembled to point out your blind spots, question your assumptions, and stress-test your ideas. Popularised by organisational psychologist Adam Grant in his book Think Again, it contrasts with a traditional support network of cheerleaders who only validate or encourage your existing beliefs.
TOOLWorkplace adjustment passportA workplace adjustment passport (also known as a reasonable adjustment passport or disability passport) is a living, employee-owned document that records the equipment, environmental, or procedural adjustments an employee needs to work safely and effectively.