Facilitation: the art of enabling a group of people to achieve a common goal. IAF England Wales brings you a show by facilitators, for facilitators and anyone interested in using facilitation for change. We'll share guest stories, experiences and methods. Plus, we'll bring you up to date on what's happening at our Meetups.
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A retrospective facilitation podcast interviewing thought leaders and experienced facilitators.
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Parents are the BEST language facilitators! Marci Melzer, M.Ed-SLP @ WavesofCommunication.com helps parents and caregivers teach their late-talking kids how to shift communication behaviors into unprompted speech. Natural Language Facilitation is the one method that helps anyone see functional speech improvement no matter what is causing the child to be late talking. Parents around the world are seeing progress in multiple languages faster and easier than speech therapy. This podcast equips ...
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FS73 Reflections on being Chair of IAF England and Wales with Jane Clift
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In this episode Helene talks to Jane Clift about her role as the Chair of IAF England and Wales. They talk about: How Jane got involved with the IAF and the facilitation community “the game changer for me was coming to my first IAF conference,I had never met so many people interested in facilitation” How Jane became the Chair of IAF England and Wal…
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FS 72 Working as an Internal Facilitator with Cath Brooks from the Environment Agency
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In this episode Helene talks to Cath about her role as Senior Engagement Advisor and internal facilitator with the Environment Agency (EA) Cath tells Helene a bit about the EA and the type of work they do. She explains how her role as Engagement Advisor includes facilitation and also how she works an an independent internal facilitator for other pr…
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FS71 Chapter Chat with Jan Lelie IAF Netherlands
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This episode is one of our quarterly “Chapter Chats” where Helene and Nikki talk to a member of the leadership team from another IAF Chapter. Today’s guest is Jan Lelie, founder of IAF Netherlands. Outside their IAF role Jan is a facilitator with a background in experimental physics. Key topics from the conversation include: How Facilitation and th…
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FS70 Journaling, Writing and Facilitation with Claire Pearce
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In this episode Nikki talks to Claire Pearce about Journaling and Writing. Claire is a writer and facilitator who runs journaling and writing workshops and she also has her own radio show. They talk about: Why Journaling is a powerful too that facilitators could use themselves; “Externalising the internal is probably my favourite expression to desc…
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FS69 Social Presencing Theater with Rosie Cripps
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FS69 Social Presencing Theater with Rosie Cripps In this episode Nikki talks to Rosie Cripps, a facilitator and evaluator who helps build social movements and evaluate complex systems, about Social Presencing Theater. They talk about: What Social Presencing Theater is, its origins and some of the tools and techniques that sit under it; The role of …
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FS68 Chapter Chat with Sara Tremi Proietti and Andrea Panzavolta from IAF Italy
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This episode is one of our quarterly “Chapter Chats” where the team talks to leaders of other IAF Chapters. In this episode Helene and Nikki chat to Sara Tremmi Proietti and Andrea Panzavolta from IAF Italy. They talk about How the chapter began in 2013 and the successive leaders since then; Initiatives to extend the reach of the chapter in Souther…
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FS67 - Public Dialogue with Suzannah Lansdell
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In this episode Nikki talks to Suzannah Lansdell about Public Dialogue. Suzannah is a freelance facilitator who also advises organisations on how to do public and stakeholder dialogue, particularly in the science and technology sector for Sciencewise. They talk about Public Dialogue as a process bringing together members of the public with speciali…
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FS 66 Facilitate 2024: Growing Together with Paul Brand
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In this episode Helene talks to Paul Brand, Director of Risk Solutions and part of the IAF England and Wales Leadership Team, Board member and conference team member. They talk about The IAF England and Wales facilitators and friends Facilitate 2024 Conference (April 26th & 27th 2024) and what it is all about. Who is on the organising team and what…
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FS65 Chapter Chat with Bogdan Grigore IAF Romania
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In epsode Bogdan tells us about himself as a facilitator and trainer, what it means to be a playful facilitator and his journey into facilitation. He tells Nikki and Helene about how IAF Romania and how it all began, from joining IAF in 2018 to getting intouch with other facilitatrors in Romania. With the start of the pandemic 2 years later and eve…
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Speech Delay Q&A
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This was a replay of Marci's Live Q & A on YouTube. Please support her by subscribing, following and sharing all her content to those who can benefit! SIGN UP for my newsletter and FREE Get-Started Guide at WavesofCommunication.comWatch these videos for more help:Connect - https://youtu.be/x17OPcbmLoAGestalts - https://youtube.com/live/uoVMhMeNrWAG…
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Replace Bad Therapy with a Better Home Program
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Part 2 of my series for parents who want to replace bad therapy with a better home program.SIGN UP for my newsletter and FREE Get-Started Guide at WavesofCommunication.comWatch these videos for more help:Connect - https://youtu.be/x17OPcbmLoAGestalts - https://youtube.com/live/uoVMhMeNrWAGet Help - https://youtube.com/live/FXel7IRf5EcEXPLORE my new…
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Design a HOME Program to Replace Bad Therapy Step by Step
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Have you finally decided to TAKE BACK the responsibility for your child’s development? Tune in for REAL guidance to set up and execute a successful HOME program that is designed for YOUR child to make BETTER and more FUNctional progress in speech, language, behavior, and social skills.SIGN UP for my newsletter and FREE Get-Started Guide at WavesofC…
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FS64 State of Facilitation Survey and Report with Deborah Rim Moiso
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In this episode Helene talks to Deborah Deborah Rim Moiso from SessionLab about their recent survey and report. Deborah shares her experience as a freelance facilitator and discusses her mentoring program with IAF and her passion for facilitating multistakeholder projects on nature conservation, climate change, and youth training. She talks about h…
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What are You AFRAID of? #VirtualAutism #LateTalking
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What are you AFRAID of? Fear is the #1 Mindset block that stalls progress with late talkers. Tune in today to learn what is potentially keeping YOU from the FUNctional progress that you desperately want to see.
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This was the recent live q & a Marci did. For the full video follow our youtube channel. SIGN UP for my newsletter and FREE Get-Started Guide at WavesofCommunication.comWatch these videos for more help:Connect - https://youtu.be/x17OPcbmLoAGestalts - https://youtube.com/live/uoVMhMeNrWAGet Help - https://youtube.com/live/FXel7IRf5Ec…
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5 FUNctional Tips for Better Speech Accuracy
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Is your child’s speech INACCURATE? Tune in for 5 FUNctional tips to facilitate BETTER speech that can be understood by everyone.SIGN UP for my newsletter and FREE Get-Started Guide at WavesofCommunication.comWatch these videos for more help:Connect - https://youtu.be/x17OPcbmLoAGestalts - https://youtube.com/live/uoVMhMeNrWAGet Help - https://youtu…
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Clinical vs FUNctional Intervention for Late Talkers
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Parents ALWAYS have a choice. Clinical vs FUNctional intervention? Tune in to learn the difference and see video examples so you can decide for yourself what is BEST for your child. watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_BzZ7y2P1ESIGN UP for my newsletter and FREE Get-Started Guide at WavesofCommunication.comWatch these videos for …
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FS63 Jamie Colston - Facilitating Systemic Constellations
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In this episode Helene talks to Jamie Colston - father, facilitator, poet and systemic constellations practitioner about his work using Systemic Constellations, both Family Constellations and in organisations. He talks about how he got into the work in the first place, the training he has done and the practise he does and some of what he has coming…
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FUNctional Facilitation Mindset for FAST Improvement
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Do you have a FUNctional facilitator mindset? That’s what it takes to help late talkers make fast improvements in speech, social behavior, and educational readiness.SIGN UP for my newsletter and FREE Get-Started Guide at WavesofCommunication.comWatch these videos for more help:Connect - • 5 Tips to Establish Listening and Con... Gestalts - https://…
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5 Steps to Reset Self Care Jobs - Facilitate Independence and Speech
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Is your late talker RESISTING self care tasks such as teeth brushing? Tune in to learn my 5 step process to RESET your self care jobs and facilitate INDEPENDENCE for self care as well as speech development.SIGN UP for my FREE Holiday Speech Facilitation Challenge Calendar at WavesofCommunication.comCONSULTING: Special Offer: Consulting - Waves of C…
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FS62 - Chapter Chat with Tamara Zivadinovic
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Today we’re introducing a new quarterly feature “Chapter Chat”. As many listeners know, the England and Wales chapter is just one of the many IAF volunteer-led chapters globally, all working within 6 regions across 65 countries. While all chapters are united under the IAF vision and operate in accordance to the IAF Code of Ethics they are all run i…
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Are You Being HACKED by Your Child with Virtual Autism?
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Are you being HACKED by your late talker with Virtual Autism? Kids with VA are GREAT at using workarounds to AVOID using speech and still make sure everyone understands them. Tune in to learn everything you need to know about why kids with Virtual Autism HACK communication and what parents and caregivers can do to facilitate SPEECH.SIGN UP for my F…
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Use Challenge Missions to Elevate and Accelerate FUNctional Speech Facilitation
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Elevate and accelerate your speech facilitation by offering FUNctional challenges and embarking on MISSIONS with your late talker.SIGN UP for my FREE Holiday Speech Facilitation Challenge Calendar at WavesofCommunication.comHOLIDAY Thanks 2U Sale ends December 1: Natural Facilitation Q&A Support Community (wavesofcommunication.com)Black Friday Cons…
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Introduce Structured Learning Through Problem Solving - Virtual Autism - Late Talkers
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Are you struggling with STRUCTURE? Watch this video to learn how PROBLEM SOLVING could be the strategy that you need to earn trust and introduce structured learning. HOLIDAY Thanks 2U Sale: Natural Facilitation Q&A Support Community (wavesofcommunication.com)Black Friday Consulting Special Offer: Consulting - Waves of CommunicationSIGN UP for my ne…
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FS61 Authentic Facilitation with Christine Bell
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In this episode Helene talks to Christine Bell about a session they co-facilitated for Facilitation Week. They share some of the group’s thoughts on what authentic facilitation is as well as some of their own emerging questions on how to balance being authentic but remaining in control and whether authenticity can be learned or taught. They also re…
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FUNctional Facilitation Q&A - YOUR Speech, Behavior, Social Skills Questions Answered
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This is a replay of Marci's recent Live Q & A over at her YouTube channel. Watch these videos for more help:Connect - • 5 Tips to Establish Listening and Con... Gestalts - https://youtube.com/live/uoVMhMeNrWAGet Help - https://youtube.com/live/FXel7IRf5EcEXPLORE my new certification course with 2 FREE lessons at WavesofCommunication.comSIGN UP for …
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5 Habits that Block Speech Progress
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Are you exhausted, frustrated, worried, and unsure of HOW your child will catch up their speech and social skills? If you are ready for a BETTER everyday experience caring for a late talker, this video is for YOU.Watch these videos for more help:Connect - • 5 Tips to Establish Listening and Con... Gestalts - https://youtube.com/live/uoVMhMeNrWAGet …
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Developmental Language Disorder DLD and Autism Spectrum ASD - What Parents Need to Know
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Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Affects one in 14 kids. Does your late talker have it? Tune in to learn everything parents need to know about this common COMMUNICATION disorder that is easy to confuse with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
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5 Reasons You Should Hire a Certified Natural Speech Facilitator
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Do you wish you had HELP in your home facilitating speech every day with your late talker?NOW you can make that wish come true by hiring a CERTIFIED Natural Speech and Behavior Facilitator!I’ll explain 5 reasons why it just makes sense to hire this special kind of help.EXPLORE my new certification course with 2 FREE lessons at WavesofCommunication.…
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Single mum of a former late talker shares how she didn't stop until her daughter expanded her words
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Success story Laura comes back to give us an update on her daughter's progress. Laura is a single mum from the UK who made excellent use of available resources to help her late talker.
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FS60 Exploring Philosophical Inquiry with Rosie Carnall
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In this episode Nikki talks to Rosie Carnall about Philosophical Inquiry. It’s a way of engaging in a conversation explorating into philosophical questions. Rosie has used Philosophical Inquiry in a range of situations, from Art Galleries, to pubs, to workplaces. Nikki and Rosie talk about how to choose stimuli for discussions and learning from a s…
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5 FUN Halloween Speech Facilitation Activities - Get Ready NOW
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Halloween is coming. Are you READY? Learn 5 activities designed to help you prepare for the spooky excitement and specific natural facilitation FOCUS TOPICS that will result in increased independent SPEECH this month.
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Storytelling Opportunities for Natural Speech Development
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Storytelling could be the strategy that helps YOUR late talker start using more ADVANCED speech. Tune in to learn 5 OPPORTUNITIES to use storytelling everyday and 10 SIGNS that your child IS UNDERSTANDING your stories.SIGN UP for my newsletter and FREE Get-Started Guide at WavesofCommunication.comSchool readiness video: https://youtube.com/live/nCG…
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Virtual Autism School Readiness TEMU Haul + How to Facilitate Speech Naturally
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School Readiness TEMU Haul - Equip yourself for natural facilitation and save some $$. Learn how to use each item to target specific focus topics and language concepts.DOWNLOAD the TEMU app here:https://temu.to/m/u6rnwnf5mwk (New User) 30% Discount Code: apk10867Price I paid for the items in this video:Animal Balance $6.48Ice Cream - $7.19Pop Tubes…
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After over 100 episodes spanning 4 years, Pilar Orti is stepping down from her role as co-host on the Facilitation Stories podcast. In this special episode, Pilar joins regular co-hosts Helene Jewell and Nikki Wilson to reflect on her time on the show and what comes next. How It All Began The idea for Facilitation Stories emerged organically at an …
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TPR Grammar Strategies for Late Talkers with Limited or Scripted Speech #Virtual Autism
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Learn to use TPR and help your Gestalt late talker learn to integrate GRAMMAR into their speech so their speech can become more accurate and FUNctional.Information about my NEW Virtual Autism Natural Facilitation Support Member CommunitySIGN UP for my newsletter and FREE Get-Started Guide at WavesofCommunication.com…
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Intuitive Gestalt Language Strategies - Shift Scripts into FUNctional Speech
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PART TWO Gestalt processors require parents to use INTUITION to help them convert their limited scripts into FUNctional language. Tune in to this 2-part series to learn what you need to know to activate your child’s natural speech development. Don't forget to listen to part one that was released last week…
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Gestalt Language Plus Your Intuition = The Secret to Facilitating Functional Speech
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Is your child a Gestalt Language Processor (GLP)? MOST late talkers are! Tune in to this 2-part series to learn what you need to know to activate your child’s natural speech development
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School Readiness Metrics + 10 Things Needed for a Successful School Term
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Are YOU and your child ready for school? This week I am sharing the metrics that schools look for to determine readiness PLUS 10 things every parent needs to facilitate a successful school term. Marci has an improved, easier to navigate and user-friendly website. Explore all your options for coaching here: https://www.wavesofcommunication.com/coach…
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The 5 Top Jobs to Facilitate Speech Progress and Reduced Autism Symptoms
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Exhausted parents who feel like ZERO progress toward functional speech is happening…This week’s episode is for YOU! Learn how you could be wasting time and energy playing the WRONG ROLE while neglecting the TOP 5 JOBS needed to facilitate the speech you are looking for. Marci has an improved, easier to navigate and user-friendly website. Explore al…
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5 Tips to Change Your Child's Mind - Virtual Autism Habits
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Is your child STUBBORN, strong-willed, or stuck in old habits that keep them delayed? This week I’m sharing some important tips to facilitate change. BONUS… These tips are scientifically proven to activate neural plasticity for permanent mind shift into real effort toward BETTER outcomes.JOIN my membership for all-access learning! Watch this video …
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FS58 Facilitating Dialogue Spaces with Jindy Mann
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Welcome to Facilitation Stories, brought to you by the England and Wales chapter of the International Association of Facilitators, also known as IAF. In today’s episode Pilar Orti talks about running circles (spaces for dialogue) with Jindi Mann, founder and facilitator of Leader Brother Son and coach and organizational consultant at The Selfish Le…
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5 Reasons Most Parents Should Decline Referral for Autism Evaluation
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Did you know that MOST kids who have speech delay are referred for autism evaluation - EVEN when their speech delay is clearly caused by something different? Join me to learn why MOST parents should DECLINE these referrals and how to get better results yourself.JOIN my membership for all-access learning! Watch this video for a hack to get 20% off o…
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6 Reasons Your Child is Resistant or Stuck - Prompt Dependence or Prompt Avoidance
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Why do some kids develop learned helplessness and others start to rebel against everyone who tries to help them? This week you will learn what causes prompt dependence and prompt avoidance, plus, Marci is sharing the signs that even with all of your efforts, you are still unconsciously encouraging these blockages to learn. Of course, she provides t…
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11 Ways to Use the Laws of Attraction and Overcome Virtual Autism
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A shift in your FOCUS could be the key to manifesting the real, functional, progress that you are wanting. Join me to learn 11 ways to use the Laws of Attraction as a way to overcome any blocks you are experiencing. Join Marci’s YouTube channel membership for all-access learning! Watch this video for a hack to get 20% off of your first month. https…
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15 Different -Non-Tech- Causes of Virtual Autism Could Be Keeping Your Child Stuck
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Virtual autism symptoms are not only caused by technology! This episode highlights 15 OTHER causes for children to display symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and as a result… be misdiagnosed. Join Marci’s YouTube channel membership for all-access learning! Watch this video for a hack to get 20% off of your first month. https://youtube.com/l…
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FS57 Open Source Facilitation with Perle Laouenan-Catchpole
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In today's episode, Nikki talks to Perle Laouenan-Catchpole, an Amsterdam-based facilitator and experienced designer. Perle shares the origins of Perle's award-winning, open-source workshop that aids individuals in identifying their personal climate action. Perle discusses the importance of open source in facilitation work and the impact it has on …
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Most Common Speech and Behavior Questions Answered - Progress Check-In - Coaching
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Marci answers some of the most pressing questions parents and caregivers have sent to us on our YouTube channel. Join Marci’s YouTube channel membership for all-access learning! Watch this video for a hack to get 20% off of your first month. https://youtube.com/live/1PK9C8ljE-Y
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5 Signs Your Child is the Boss + Strategies
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Do you feel more like a cook, maid, servant, or bank account than a parent or caregiver? Marci shares 5 signs your child has developed a “BOSS BABY” mindset as well as 5 PROVEN strategies to help your child view your relationship as a cooperative team… INCLUDING strategies to EARN their trust and RESPECT. Join Marci’s YouTube Channel membership for…
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5 Parenting Tips for Virtual Autism Plus Answers to Common Questions
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Mother’s Day and Father’s Day can feel very different for parents of kids who are not speaking well YET. Today’s video has 5 tips to help parents feel GREAT about your role in facilitating your child through their developmental challenges. It's never too late to start seeing results with your child. Register in this workshop NOW and see progress be…
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