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Radical Acceptance & the Autism Spectrum with Adam Durrant

Radical Acceptance & the Autism Spectrum with Adam Durrant

Update: 2025-07-22
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Struggling with unfair situations may be a daily challenge, especially for individuals on the spectrum. But what if we could channel that energy towards something more constructive?

Adam Durrant explores the concept of Radical Acceptance, a part of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) with roots in Buddhist philosophy and Greek stoicism. Learn how this practice can help individuals accept life's unavoidable challenges while focusing on meaningful, positive actions.

Highlights include:

  • Why Radical Acceptance is a lifelong skill for building resilience
  • Practical approaches for managing anxiety among children on the spectrum
  • The two-arrow metaphor that reveals how to distinguish pain from needless suffering


Whether you’re a neurodiverse individual, caregiver, or professional, this conversation offers actionable insights into fostering self-compassion, flexibility, and growth.

Listen now to learn how Radical Acceptance can empower you or your loved ones to handle life's unpredictability with grace.


7-21-25

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Radical Acceptance & the Autism Spectrum with Adam Durrant

Radical Acceptance & the Autism Spectrum with Adam Durrant

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