219 - Predictability, Balance & Joy: Dr. Adam Hazlett on Burnout Recovery and Neuroinclusive Living

In this episode of Beyond Chronic Burnout, host Carole Jean Whittington sits down with Dr. Adam “Dutch” Hazlett, professor, disability inclusion expert, and Fulbright Specialist in Education, to explore his PB&J framework—Predictability, Balance, and Joy—a practical guide to supporting neurodivergent individuals in moving beyond survival into true thriving.

Together, they discuss: 🌱 How Predictability, Balance & Joy create the foundation for burnout recovery 🌱 Why compassionate curiosity is the key to authentic self-discovery 🌱 The impact of late identification and learning to embrace your neurodivergence 🌱 How micro-accommodations and inclusive design foster healthier communities 🌱 The role of nourishment—internal & external—in sustainable energy

Dr. Hazlett also shares details about the upcoming Neurodivergent Empowerment Conference in Dearborn, Michigan, a space for innovation, connection, and building inclusive communities.

✨ About the Guest: Dr. Hazlett is a renowned neurodiversity and inclusion expert, a tenured humanities professor at Henry Ford College, and the host of NACHOS (Neuro-Affirming Conversation Hour for Outreach and Support). He is also the founder of Humanities 101, an autistic-led charitable organization dedicated to redefining “normal” and empowering neurodivergent communities. Learn more about his work: 🔗 Article – The Importance of Resources and Interventions for Mid-Career Autistic Professionals → Read here https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/dvr2.70016

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