Ep 11 - Understanding Your Autistic Child Starts Here
What if autism wasn’t the problem — but how we’ve been taught to see it, was?In this episode, Jackie shares a heartfelt and honest conversation about parenting autistic children through the first two lenses of her SUPER Framework: Self-Awareness and Understanding.We explore:What you believe about autism — and how it can shape your approach to autismWhy behaviour is communicationHow to shift from the “deficit” model to a neuro-affirming approach to AutismHow executive functioning, sensory overload, and social differences show up in everyday lifeWhy your child’s identity doesn’t need to be reshaped — but their environment mightWhether you’re navigating meltdowns, overwhelm, or just trying to find your feet — this episode is a gentle reset. It's not teaching you 'another new strategy.' It's giving you a new lens.🎧 Listen now — and let’s begin with you.Learn more about our Autism Parenting Program here.
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Ep 10 - Raising Four Neurodivergent Teenagers: A Mother's Honest Story
Ever felt like you’re the only family not following the script?In this episode, Jackie chats with Sarah — a mum of four neurodivergent teens — about what happens when you stop trying to parent “right” and start parenting real.They explore the early missteps, the power of self-diagnosis, and how burnout became the wake-up call Sarah didn’t know she needed. From ADHD to autism, perfectionism to self-worth, this is one of our most honest episodes yet.We talk about:- Recognising your own neurodivergence through your kids- The chaos of trying to parent like everyone else- Why flexibility, humour, and self-compassion are essential- Letting go of who you thought you should beThis is for every parent trying to do it differently — and wondering if they’re doing it wrong.#BeneathBehaviour #ParentingOutsideTheBox #NeurodivergentParenting #ParentingPodcast #ADHDParent #AutismParent #RealTalkParenting #SelfCompassion #BurnoutSupport #JackieHall #GentleParentingJourney
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Ep 9 - Before you correct your child's behaviour, listen to this
You keep trying to manage the behaviour.But what if the real change starts beneath it?In this episode, I introduce the SUPER Framework — a 5-part lens that helps parents understand what’s really going on when their child is struggling.We talk about:The stress stories behind your reactionsWhy behaviour is never randomHow to support your child with insight, not just strategiesIf you’ve ever thought, “Why do they keep doing this?” or “Why do I keep snapping?” — this episode is for you.Behaviour always makes sense. You just have to know how to look.For more information about our Autism program or other Parenting Programs please go to: www.parentalstresscentre.com
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Ep 8 - “I Just Can't Go" - A Real Story of School Avoidance
If you’ve ever had a child who struggles to get to school — or stay there — you’re not alone. In this episode, Jackie talks with Melissa, a parent of two neurodivergent kids, about what it really means when school becomes too much.We explore the emotional and practical layers of school can’t — from sensory overwhelm and academic pressure to masking, social stress, and nervous system fatigue.This isn’t a story of defiance. It’s a story of survival — and what happens when we meet our kids with understanding instead of urgency.Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or support person, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and a new way to see what's really going on beneath the behaviour.For more ways to connect with Beneath Behaviour:https://www.parentalstresscentre.com/beneath-behaviour-podcasts-with-jackie-hall/
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Ep 7 - The Silent Signs of Depression - You don't have to fall apart to be falling apart
Whether you're quietly struggling yourself, or supporting someone who is, this episode of the Beneath Behaviour Podcast helps you understand what depression can really look and feel like beneath the surface. Because not everyone with depression looks sad.Some keep functioning.Some keep smiling.Some just go quiet.Jackie Hall takes you beyond the surface — into the hidden inner world of depression. This conversation will help you understand what's really happening beneath the behaviour, and what to do next with clarity and compassion.We’ll explore:- The four stress lenses and how “missing out” and “worthless” shape depressive thoughts- Why people often don’t realise they’re stuck in a depression loop- The top-down and bottom-up connection (how your thoughts and body feed each other)- What subtle signs to look and listen for — in yourself or someone else- Why withdrawal makes sense — and how to gently interrupt the cycle- And how, for some people — often men — depression can show up as anger rather than sadnessThis is not about diagnosing. It’s about compassion, awareness, and practical insight.🎧 Listen to the podcast on your favourite platform:Apple: https://apple.co/3E0WH7ISpotify: https://spoti.fi/3Rn39XMAmazon: https://amzn.to/3ru2r3bGoogle: https://bit.ly/3E4LSdW🌿 Explore more at: https://www.parentalstresscentre.com💬 Follow for more daily support + insights:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parentalstresscentreFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/parentalstresscentre🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. You never know who might be quietly struggling.#parentingwithdepression #depression #parentingwithmentalillness #mentalhealthsupport #parentingstruggles #parentingmindset #mentalhealthformoms #postnatnaldepression #how to cope with parenting stress
Beneath Behaviour is a podcast for parents who want to understand what’s really going on — in themselves and their kids. Hosted by Jackie Hall, each episode explores the emotional stories behind stress, reactivity, and relationship struggles. Unlike typical parenting podcasts, we’re not here to manage behaviour — we’re here to make sense of it. This is a no-judgment space where insight comes first — before solutions.
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