<p>In this reflective conversation, Paul sits down with Zack Yarde, neurodiversity researcher, systems thinker, and longtime leader in human services.</p><br><p>Together they explore a question many neurodivergent people quietly carry:</p><p>What happens when you realize the problem might not be you — but the system you're trying to exist inside?</p><br><p>Zack shares insights from his work on workplace inclusion, leadership, and community spaces, including tabletop gaming environments that intentionally foster psychological safety.</p><br><p>Rather than offering quick fixes, this episode invites listeners into a deeper conversation about curiosity, systems thinking, and the ways neurodivergent people are often asked to carry the burden of change alone.</p><br><p>If you've ever questioned whether you're "too much," "not enough," or built differently than the systems around you, this episode is for you.</p><br><p><strong>Memorable Moments</strong></p><br><p>"We might get a good idea that helps one group — but when we apply it to everyone, we can accidentally exclude even more people."</p><br><p>"Stop blaming yourself for being your own manifestation of neurodivergence."</p><br><p>"True independence actually requires community."</p><br><p><strong>About the Guest:</strong></p><br><p>Zack Yarde is a neurodiversity researcher, leadership practitioner, and systems thinker focused on building more inclusive workplaces and communities.</p><br><p>His work explores how organizational systems, leadership practices, and culture shape accessibility, psychological safety, and employee agency.</p><br><p>Alongside his professional work, Zack is also involved in tabletop role-playing communities, where he facilitates collaborative storytelling spaces that support creativity and belonging.</p><br><p><strong>Connect With Zack</strong></p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zackyarde/</p><p><strong>The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast </strong>is currently<strong> #6 in the Top 100 Neurodiversity Podcasts All Time </strong>among millions of podcasts on the Goodpods platform, ranked by listens, ratings, comments, subscriptions, and shares.</p><br><p><strong>Donation:</strong> <a href="https://donate.stripe.com/3cI14o2yP4oIdnQ3BTaIM00?locale=en&amp;__embed_source=buy_btn_1TBR5jKBQBNitX9LljVc0mAk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://donate.stripe.com/3cI14o2yP4oIdnQ3BTaIM00?locale=en&amp;__embed_source=buy_btn_1TBR5jKBQBNitX9LljVc0mAk</a></p><br><p><strong>Patreon:</strong> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/14218572/join#no_universal_links" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/14218572/join#no_universal</a></p><br><p><strong>Advertise:</strong> [email protected]</p><br><p><strong>Website: </strong>www.neurodiversityvoices.com</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>