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This Week on Radio Hawkes Bay: A Conversation with Kayla Oughton

Last week I had the privilege of interviewing Kayla Oughton, a remarkable AuDHD coach and advocate for neurodiversity, on my regular slot at Radio Hawkes Bay.

What she shared opened my eyes in a new way. As someone who has worked with children, teens and adults with learning differences for decades, I thought I had seen it all. But Kayla helped me recognise traits and struggles I hadn’t fully understood before.

Thinking back to the students I taught who seemed “off track,” I now realise how hard it must have been for some of them. Sitting still when their brain needed movement. Trying to listen when their nervous system was overloaded. Feeling lost when they needed connection, not correction.

Since our conversation, I’ve already begun weaving Kayla’s insights into the individual programmes I offer. It’s made my approach more compassionate, more tuned in and more effective.

If you’re parenting, teaching or caring for someone with ADHD or neurodivergent learning, I believe this chat could make a difference.

 Tune in Tuesday at 3:00 pm on Radio Hawkes Bay or listen anytime here.

 If something Kayla said resonates with you, I’d love to hear what stands out.