Being Gifted24 Maj 2025

Ep#26 Parenting Mindset for Nurturing High Ability Children

This episode of Being Gifted takes a meaningful turn—from understanding high ability to nurturing the right parenting mindset. Raising gifted or neurodivergent children often means breaking away from conventional methods and learning to see the world through their unique lens.

We’re joined by Sowmyalaxmi, a parent of two exceptional children, who shares her personal journey of shifting her mindset to support their emotional and learning needs.

Through her lived experiences, she reminds us that parenting these children is not just about supporting their strengths but also about protecting your own well-being, embracing differences, and staying flexible in your approach.

In this episode, we discuss:

Why unlearning traditional parenting norms is crucial
How to develop a mindset that supports both the child and parent
Real-life moments that led to emotional growth
The impact of this shift on her parenting journey

It’s an honest, relatable conversation for parents walking a less-traveled path.

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Do write to us on gifted.admin@kaveri.edu.in for any queries, help and comments.

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*Being Gifted podcast has been produced by Partners in Upbringing LLP for KGERC. Hosts ⁠Kalyani Vaidya⁠ and ⁠Himani Kanitkar⁠

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