Karen Arnstein
karenfixe.bsky.social
Karen Arnstein
@karenfixe.bsky.social
Educational researcher 🧐 and homeschool educator 🍎, 2e advocate, books 📚, sci-fi and fiction 👽, dog lover 🦮✡️
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It’s Not You. It’s Not Me. It’s Neurodiversity.

🧠 Feel like you’re speaking different languages, even in the same room? Neurodiversity isn’t a problem—it’s a strength. Learn how relational tension often signals differences in communication and processing styles.
November 22, 2025 at 3:11 PM
🚀 Ready to break the cycle? Discover how "When the Next Try Isn’t Just Repetition: The Power of Iterative Growth" transforms trial into triumph! 🧠✨ Perfect for those embracing neurodiversity & playful learning. Dive in here 👉 https://nuel.ink/bPa4Mi
November 22, 2025 at 2:09 PM
👀 Boost your superpowers with "The Power of Observation"! Dive into the wonders of really seeing the world through a neurodivergent lens. 🌟 Ready to unlock your curious mind? 🧠✨ Click to explore more: https://nuel.ink/NvTizv #ObserveAndThrive #NeurodiversityRocks
November 19, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The Ellipse, Not the Box: A New Way to See Learners

📦 Education often tries to fit learners into boxes. But what if the box doesn’t fit? Discover the Ellipse Model, a groundbreaking approach that visualizes developmental variability and co-occurring traits, focusing on strengths rather than
November 18, 2025 at 2:05 PM
What is the Spiral Adaptive Lens?

🌟 Ever wondered why some learners thrive outside the lines? Explore the Spiral Adaptive Lens, a dynamic framework that honors diverse minds by embracing cycles of curiosity, investigation, and recursive growth.
November 15, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Dive into the whirlpool of Overexcitabilities and uncover the Hidden Currents of Development! 🌊✨ Perfect for all you vibrant minds who love exploring sensory adventures and neurodivergent wonders. Click to read more: https://nuel.ink/6O7jDS
November 15, 2025 at 2:05 PM
🔄 Iteration Is Not Repetition! Ready to discover the magic of true learning?✨ Dive into our latest blog to find out why practice doesn't make perfect, but iteration might! 🚀 Curious? Click here to start unraveling the mystery: https://nuel.ink/N2z6zO #Neurodiversity #LearningJourney
November 12, 2025 at 3:04 PM
🎨 Ready to embrace growth? "Wipe the Canvas Again: Why Iteration Is How We Really Grow" 🎨 Dive into the art of starting over and thriving through change. Curious? Click here for a colorful journey: https://nuel.ink/R6eq6M 🌈✨ #Neurodiversity #GrowthJourney
November 8, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Check out my latest blog article: Seeing Growth Differently 👉🏽👉🏽 https://nuel.ink/R7dlTD
November 5, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Unbox a new way of thinking with us! 🎁 Dive into the fascinating world of ADHD & Neurodiversity through Matthew Fugate’s lens, now woven with the Spiral We Framework. 🌐 Curious? Tap here to unravel the full story: https://nuel.ink/gwn5QF 📖✨ #NeurodiversityAwareness #ThinkOutsideTheBox
November 1, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🌟 Dive into "Small Moments, Big Systems: Understanding Your Learner's World" & discover the magic hidden in everyday experiences! ✨ Embrace the little things that shape big systems, and let's champion our neurodivergent stars together!
October 29, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Common Language, Shared Understanding

🔗 Struggling to find the right words for complex learners? Establishing a shared vocabulary is key to deeper connections and clearer communication among educators, families, and neurodivergent learners. Discover how.
October 28, 2025 at 1:12 PM
It’s Not You. It’s Not Me. It’s Neurodiversity.

🧠 Feel like you’re speaking different languages, even in the same room? Neurodiversity isn’t a problem—it’s a strength. Learn how relational tension often signals differences in communication and processing styles.
October 25, 2025 at 2:12 PM
🌪️ Dive into the whirl of the Spiral Model of Development! Discover how this universal frame is masterfully rooted in difference 🌈✨ Ready to see the world of growth through a new lens?
October 25, 2025 at 1:06 PM
🌈 Dive into the Spiral Model of Development: A Universal Frame Rooted in Difference! 🌀 Curious about what makes this model tick for our neurodiverse crew? 🤔 Discover how it champions diversity, inclusion, and adaptation in learning.
October 22, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The Ellipse, Not the Box: A New Way to See Learners

📦 Education often tries to fit learners into boxes. But what if the box doesn’t fit? Discover the Ellipse Model, a groundbreaking approach that visualizes developmental variability and co-occurring traits, focusing on strengths rather than
October 21, 2025 at 1:18 PM
What is the Spiral Adaptive Lens?

🌟 Ever wondered why some learners thrive outside the lines? Explore the Spiral Adaptive Lens, a dynamic framework that honors diverse minds by embracing cycles of curiosity, investigation, and recursive growth.
October 18, 2025 at 2:12 PM
🌟Unleash the Superpower!🚀 Ever wondered what it means to be Twice-Exceptional (2e)? Dive into the world of incredible minds who break the mold. Discover insights that celebrate & empower the uniquely gifted 🌟 Read more here: https://nuel.ink/ii41iu #2e #Neurodiversity #StrengthBasedParenting
October 18, 2025 at 1:11 PM
🌟 Let's rewrite the norm: Asynchrony is not the exception; it’s the shape of us all! 🌀✨ How do we embrace our unique rhythms in a world eager to synchronize? Dive into our latest piece for a playful spin on self-growth & inclusion! 👉https://nuel.ink/w2i5MR #Neurodiversity 💪📚
October 15, 2025 at 2:08 PM
🎓✨ Ready to shake up your perspective? Dive into "Radical Belonging: Equity, Giftedness, and the Call to Dismantle Deficit Thinking" with Donna Y. Ford, Ph.D. 💡💥 Discover how equity and giftedness can lead the charge in educational revolutions! 👉 https://nuel.ink/K4HwHE
October 11, 2025 at 1:13 PM
🎶 Ever wondered how stop-motion can groove with Mozart in the world of neurodivergent creativity? 🎥🎻 Dive into Bryan Mishler's enchanting journey of adaptive connection! Unveil the genius with a click: https://nuel.ink/qU3Jo7 #Neurodiversity #CreativeHarmony
October 8, 2025 at 2:07 PM
🧠✨ Calling all thinkers outside the box! Dive into "Nicole Tetreault, Ph.D. | The Neuroscience of Sensitivity and the Future of Neurodivergent Flourishing". Uncover how sensitivity can be your superpower! Ready to flourish? 🌟 Click here: https://nuel.ink/nCz1QB 💡➡️
October 4, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🌟 Flip the script on "What's Wrong" and turn traits into treasures! 💪✨ Dive into our strength-based perspective and discover new tools for empowerment. Curious? 🧐 Tap that link to explore the full story: https://nuel.ink/U0v34r #Neurodiversity #StrengthInNeurodivergence
October 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Common Language, Shared Understanding

🔗 Struggling to find the right words for complex learners? Establishing a shared vocabulary is key to deeper connections and clearer communication among educators, families, and neurodivergent learners. Discover how.
September 30, 2025 at 1:21 PM
It’s Not You. It’s Not Me. It’s Neurodiversity.

🧠 Feel like you’re speaking different languages, even in the same room? Neurodiversity isn’t a problem—it’s a strength. Learn how relational tension often signals differences in communication and processing styles.
September 27, 2025 at 2:18 PM