On today’s episode, I’m talking with Amanda Diekman, who is an ordained Presbyterian pastor, autistic contemplative, and parent of an autistic and PDA child. We will be talking about: Amanda’s …

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Community, clarity, and transformation for neurodivergent adults
Community, clarity, and transformation for neurodivergent adults
On today’s episode, I’m talking with Amanda Diekman, who is an ordained Presbyterian pastor, autistic contemplative, and parent of an autistic and PDA child. We will be talking about: Amanda’s …
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