Let our sponsor, BetterHelp, connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/dsp and enjoy a special discount on your first month. Today, we dive deep into the beloved comfort show New Girl with our special guest therapist, Dr. Matt. This cult classic has captured the hearts of millions, many of whom are neurodivergent. We explore the characters' unique quirks and their neurodivergent traits. 🌟📺🧠 Dr. Matt starts by highlighting how characters like Schmidt exhibit traits of being gifted and neurodivergent, struggling with social skills, perfectionism, isolation, frustration, and OCD. He explains the difference between OCD and OCPD and how Schmidt fits the latter, affecting his relationships and growth. 🧹🧼👔 Next, we delve into Winston's character. Known for his imaginative nature, Winston exhibits autistic-like traits and struggles with teaching others. Dr. Matt discusses the challenges of being neurodivergent and gifted, and the difficulty in articulating unique thought processes. 🎶🐾🐱 We then focus on Nick Miller, Dr. Naz's personal favorite. Nick's struggle with expressing emotions and forming meaningful friendships is highlighted, especially within the context of masculinity. Dr. Matt introduces "pebbling," where small gestures of love accumulate into something significant, and how different communication styles can lead to misunderstandings. 🍺👬💬 Finally, we examine Jess and her difficulty in accepting compliments. This scene, while hilarious, resonates with many who feel insecure or undeserving of praise. Dr. Matt and Dr. Naz discuss why some people reject compliments and how this behavior is rooted in deeper feelings of unworthiness. 🎀💔😂 We hope you enjoy this episode and find comfort in the familiar faces of New Girl. If you're seeking support as a neurodivergent individual, consider reaching out to Dr. Matt. His website and Instagram offer valuable resources, including group coaching and therapy. 🌱🌍💖 To find our new guest: Dr. Matt Zakreski https://www.drmattzakreski.com/ https://www.theneurodiversitycollective.com/ 0:00 Attention 0:54 Sponsorship 1:57 Intro 7:23 Scenes 17:36 Discussion We'd love to hear your ideas for future episodes and connect with you on social media. Find us here: https://linktr.ee/different_spectrums Don't forget to use our links for discounts with our partner companies: ONO Roller https://onoroller.com?sca_ref=5082016.VIt4Svd8Ng Bubs Naturals https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=DSP20 Two Nerds Candle https://twonerdscandle.com/DSP Cat and Raven Designs https://catandravendesigns.com/differentspectrumspodcast Toynk https://toynk.com/DIFFERENTSPECTRUMSPODCAST Remember, our podcast isn't therapy. If you need help, please seek professional assistance or call an emergency hotline. I appreciate your interest in our podcast, Different Spectrums. Our mission is to provide engaging and informative content that promotes understanding and normalizes mental health challenges. We are a group of licensed therapists and neurodivergent individuals who use our unique perspectives and experiences to explore emotions portrayed in movies and shows. #podcast #therapy #psychology #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #mentalhealthmatters #autismawareness #actuallyautistic #autism #neurodiversity #selfcare #selflove #anxietyawareness #depressionawareness #NewGirl #JessDay #ZooeyDeschanel #Schmidt #NickMiller #WinstonBishop #CeceParekh #Coach #LoftLife #ComedyGold #RoommateGoals #QuirkyComedy #TVComedy #Adorkable --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/different-spectrums/support
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