When Interactions Get Complicated: Relationships, Boundaries & Influence, via Little Hiccups

An online webinar, Thursday March 4th, 10 AM – 12 PM

To learn more and sign up, details on the Little Hiccups webpage

Workshop Write Up

When Interactions Get Complicated: Relationships, Boundaries & Influence

Young people are constantly navigating relationships, expectations and interactions with other people. But supporting them isn’t about teaching them to fit a particular idea of “appropriate” social behaviour.

In this workshop, we’ll explore relationships, boundaries, influence and discernment from a neuro-affirming perspective. We’ll consider how knowledge and understanding can help young people recognise when an interaction feels safe, supportive or productive and when it may be okay to step away.

We’ll also explore some of the more difficult influences young people may encounter, including online communities and the ‘manosphere’, and how we can talk about these spaces without shame while supporting critical thinking and safety.

Finally, we’ll consider generational differences and misunderstandings, including situations where family members or other adults may not understand a young person’s disability, gender or sexuality.