Glad We Talked: Find Your Steady
A 5 Part Program for Families Wanting Less Stress & Overwhelm, Fewer Meltdowns, and More Connection.
neuroaffirming and inclusive.
FAQ'S About The Program
About the program
Helping neurodivergent households and communities reduce the stress of everyday conversations – with less meltdowns, shutdowns, or burnout.
This fully neuroinclusive trauma-informed and beyond training makes communication easier, even in chaotic moments. Learn how to regulate your nervous system, feel heard, and connect with less stress and more ease.
Glad We Talked is a 6-module program designed to help you understand the deeper layers of communication – beyond just words.
Neuroaffirming communication that works for you
Do you struggle to communicate when overwhelmed, burnt out, or unsure what to say?
This program is designed for neurodivergent households who need practical tools – not just theory – to make communication easier and less stressful.
✔ Neuroinclusive & Accessible – Learn in a way that works for your brain, with clear language and multiple ways to engage (text, visuals, audio).
✔ Practical & Real-Life Ready – No complicated steps, no overwhelm – just simple, effective strategies you can use when you need them most.
✔ Actionable & Easy to Use – Step-by-step guidance, ready-made scripts, and tools to help you communicate with confidence.
💡 Because communication isn’t just about words – it’s about the mind-body connection.
Who is this program for?
The program is neuroinclusive, which means it is designed for all brains and mixed households – whether you’re neurodivergent, supporting someone who is or living in a neurodiverse household. This program meets different communication and processing needs.
Whether you’re a:
🔹 Parent navigating tough conversations with kids or co-parents
🔹 Partner struggling with miscommunication and emotional disconnect
🔹 Educator managing classroom dynamics and student overwhelm
🔹 Home educator balancing learning and emotional regulation
🔹 Professional dealing with workplace tensions and tricky team dynamics
🔹 Neurodivergent individual navigating shutdowns, masking, or social burnout
This program gives you the tools to communicate in a way that works for YOU.
Can I complete the program with my family?
Once you purchase the program, you can go through it on your own, with a partner, as a family, or with a friend.
Additional logins aren’t provided for the family program, but you’re welcome to watch the lessons together.
How is the program delivered?
You can choose the format that works best for you:
✔ Self-Paced Online Program – Learn at your own speed with access to all lessons and resources. Once you purchase the program, you’ll get immediate access to all materials and can start whenever you’re ready.
✔ Glad We Talked Together – Get the complete online program plus a weekly 60-minute group mentoring call and access to a supportive online community with weekly lives. This option runs three times a year – join the waitlist below to be the first to know the dates!
Is this program suitable for non-speak households?
Yes! Communication is more than just words. This challenge focuses on nervous system regulation and how our behaviour signals connection, safety, or distress, making it accessible for non-speaking individuals and households.
What are some of the things you learn on the program?
The full program details will be released mid May – join the waitlist to get notified. In the meantime watch this short video below where I talk about Co-regulation and Rupture and Repair.
The Cat Video I refer to is credited to @joejusticereturns on instagram The post can be found here on instagram (clicking on this will take you to an external link away from The Glad We Talked website). Glad we Talk are not responsible of all the views expressed on @joejusticereturns social media platform
How Co-regulation can steady the nervous system.
FAQ'S About Our Approach
At Glad We Talked™, our work is rooted in inclusivity, accessibility, and a deep understanding of how communication, regulation, and connection impact well-being. Below are some key questions about our approach and values:
What does SEND stand for, and why is it sometimes criticised?
SEND stands for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, a term used in the UK to describe children and young people who require additional support in education due to learning differences, disabilities, or other needs.
However, the term is sometimes criticised because:
🔹 It focuses on deficits rather than strengths, reinforcing a view that these students are “different” rather than education needing to be accessible for all.
🔹 It implies separation instead of recognising that support should be a natural part of an inclusive education system.
🔹 It doesn’t fully reflect neurodiversity, as some individuals feel it pathologises natural variations in thinking and learning.
🔹 It may not align with individual experiences, as not all disabled or neurodivergent people identify with the term “special educational needs.”
While SEND remains the official term in UK education policy, some prefer more inclusive language, such as neurodivergent learners, diverse learners, or inclusive education needs, which focus on accessibility and strengths rather than deficits.
What term does Glad We Talked™ use instead of SEND?
What term does Glad We Talked use instead of SEND?
At Glad We Talked, we prioritise inclusive, strengths-based language. Instead of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), we use:
🔹 Neurodivergent Learners – Recognising that different ways of thinking, processing, and learning are part of natural human diversity.
🔹 Diverse Learners – Emphasising that all individuals learn differently, and education should be accessible to everyone.
🔹 Inclusive Education Needs – Shifting the focus from an individual’s “deficits” to making learning environments more equitable and supportive for all.
While SEND remains the official term in UK education policy, we choose language that reflects the need for accessibility, understanding, and support – without reinforcing a deficit-based model.
When we say "family" - what do we mean?
At Glad We Talked™, family isn’t just about traditional definitions. Family can mean:
🔹 Biological, adoptive relatives or foster caregivers – Parents, caregivers, siblings, grandparents, extended family.
🔹 Chosen family – Close friends, mentors, or support networks who provide love and connection.
🔹 Blended families – Step-parents, co-parents, or multiple caregivers raising children together.
🔹 Neurodiverse families – Families navigating different ways of thinking, processing, and communicating.
We recognise that family dynamics are unique – what matters most is the connection, care, and relationships that shape your sense of belonging.
What does "trauma-informed and beyond" mean?
Being “trauma-informed” means recognising how past experiences shape behavior, emotions, and interactions.
But “trauma-informed and beyond” takes it a step further – not just acknowledging trauma but actively reducing the chances of re-traumatisation by creating safer, more emotionally aware environments.
While we can’t eliminate trauma 100%, we can reduce its impact by nurturing and growing Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) skills that help people communicate better, regulate their emotions, and navigate relationships with more understanding and compassion.
How do we reduce trauma through communication?
By nurturing skills that promote clarity, emotional regulation, and safety, we can prevent unnecessary stress, misunderstandings, and emotional harm in different settings:
1. Workplace Example – Psychological Safety in Feedback
🔹 Instead of harsh, shaming or vague criticism, managers use clear, constructive feedback with emotional awareness.
Example: “I appreciate your effort on this project. Let’s look at ways to make the report clearer for the client. Would you like suggestions or time to review it first?”
✅ Reduces anxiety, prevents shutdowns, and keeps communication open.
2. Home Example – Reducing Conflict with Co-Regulation
🔹 Instead of escalating arguments and demanding answers immediately, family members pause, regulate, and return to conversations with steadiness.
Example: A parent notices their child is overwhelmed and says, “I see you’re frustrated. Let’s take a break and chat when we both feel ready.”
✅ Avoids power struggles, models emotional regulation, and prevents communication breakdowns.
3. School Example – Repairing Ruptures with Emotional Awareness
🔹 Instead of punishing emotional outbursts, teachers recognise stress responses and help students repair trust.
Example: A teacher acknowledges a student’s frustration, “I can see that was tough. Let’s find a way to make things right together.”
✅ Helps children feel safe, understood, and supported rather than punished for emotional dysregulation.
Why do we prefer "Steady" over "Calm" at Glad We Talked™?
I’m often asked why we use the word “steady” instead of “calm” in our training. While calm is great, we choose steady because:
✔ Steady is achievable – “Calm” can feel out of reach, especially in stressful moments. Steady focuses on balance and regulation, not perfection. It can feel less shaming.
✔ Steady allows movement – “Calm” often implies stillness, but steady means being able to navigate emotions and interactions without shutting down. It gives permission for wobble’s
✔ Steady is neuroinclusive – For many neurodivergent individuals, “calm” can feel like an unrealistic demand. Steady allows for different regulation styles and needs.
At Glad We Talked, we believe communication isn’t about eliminating emotions but about learning how to be steady, even when things feel overwhelming.
Why is the mind-body connection important?
The mind and body are always communicating. When you’re stressed or overwhelmed, your body responds- your heart might race, your muscles tense, or you may feel like shutting down.
When you feel safe, your body relaxes, making it easier to think, communicate, and connect with others.
This connection is especially important for stress and trauma, which can linger in the body and impact how we react to situations in the here and now.
By understanding the mind-body connection, we can:
✔ Recognise stress early and minimise overwhelm.
✔ Use simple tools (like breathwork, grounding, or movement) to regulate emotions.
✔ Feel safer and more present in relationships and daily life.
At Glad We Talked, we support you in growing practical ways to work with this connection, so communication becomes easier, not more stressful.
What are somatic practices and how do they help?
“Somatic” simply means “relating to the body.”
Somatic practices are body-based techniques that help regulate emotions by working with physical sensations instead of just thoughts.
Stress and trauma can get “stored” in the body, making it harder to feel steady in communication and relationships.
Somatic tools help us:
✔ Tune into our body’s signals to understand stress before it builds up.
✔ Use movement, breathwork, and grounding to support regulation.
✔ Work with the body’s natural responses instead of fighting them.
At Glad We Talked, we integrate somatic awareness into our programs because communication isn’t just about words – it’s about listening to our body and how that shapes our interactions.
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Further Training
Educators & Schools: Face-to-Face Delivery
For schools and education professionals, we offer a 2-day in-person training model designed to provide hands-on, practical strategies for neuroinclusive communication in learning environments
This face-to-face training helps educators:
✔ Understand how the nervous system impacts behavior and communication.
✔ Learn neuroinclusive strategies to support SEND and neurodivergent students.
✔ Gain practical tools to make everyday interactions less stressful and more effective and joyful.
To bring this training to your school or organisation, get in touch today.
Corporate Neuroinclusive Communication Workshops – Tailored for Your Organisation
I offer 2-hour workshops designed to meet the unique needs of corporate teams across the UK. These sessions help businesses create neuroinclusive workplaces, improve communication, and reduce stress in high-pressure environments.
Why Choose These Workshops?
✔ Tailored to Your Industry – Whether you’re in tech, finance, healthcare, education, or creative industries, workshops are customised to address your team’s specific challenges.
✔ Practical & Actionable – No fluff, just real-world strategies your team can use immediately to improve communication, collaboration, and well-being.
✔ Neuroinclusive Approach – Learn how nervous system regulation impacts workplace interactions and discover simple, effective ways to improve clarity, reduce conflict, and support neurodivergent employees.
Popular Workshop Topics:
🧠 Neuroinclusive Communication at Work – Making meetings, emails, and workplace interactions clearer and less overwhelming.
⚖ Managing Stress & Burnout – Tools for regulation, avoiding shutdowns, and increasing steadiness in high-pressure environments.
🤝 Creating an Inclusive Culture – Supporting neurodivergent employees, improving accessibility, and reducing unconscious bias.
🗣 Handling Difficult Conversations – Navigating feedback, workplace conflicts, and team dynamics with more confidence and less stress.
📢 Executive Function & Productivity – Strategies to improve focus, time management, and organization without one-size-fits-all solutions.
🚀 Workshops can be delivered online or in person.
👉 Book a consultation to discuss your company’s needs.
About the creator - Yasmin
I’m Yasmin Shaheen-Zaffar, a neurodivergent BACP accredited relationship and trauma therapist. I support neurodivergent and neurodivergent households simplify communication, strengthen connections, and understand how our nervous systems shape behaviour
My neuroinclusive programs and tools are accessible, practical and actionable so ultimately families can lead less stressful lives.
In January and February 2025, whilst recovering from illness and unable to leave my sofa (kinda feeling sorry for myself big time not gonna lie) I found myself reflecting on the many resources I’ve created over the years.
To make the most of that time, I began curating and organising them into what is now “The Glad We Talked” programs – designed to bring together my work in a way that’s structured, accessible, and easy to apply.
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