Oh, the Places You'll Grow! Workshop
With Dr. Mike Postma
For Gifted/2e Teens and Young Adults
6 pre-recorded sessions to watch anytime, anywhere on any device at your convenience. New content developed and instructed by Dr. Mike Postma
Live Group Discussions and Q&A sessions scheduled for: Aug 23 & Aug 30:
10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm PT; Sept 13: 2-4pm PT and Sept 18: 5-7pm PT (Schedule subject to change based on group demand)
Cost: $87 for all 6 pre-recorded sessions, scheduled live group discussions/Q&A and a private, secure online community board
Register NowEdit: This course is self-paced with the inclusion of live group discussions/Q&A for several dates in Aug 23rd and 30th: 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm PT; Sept 13th: 2-4 pm PT and Sept 18th: 5-7 pm PT.
Description:
I have worked with gifted and multi-exceptional individuals for almost 30 years and have developed a comprehensive understanding of their unique needs. One of the common elements of my work is preparing these persons and their families to navigate life's unpredictable journey.
In all phases of life; whether starting school, graduating, finding a career, or planning your golden years; highly intense people may struggle to find their true purpose. Far too often, we get stuck in the weeds of life and struggle to find our way out.
In this workshop designed specifically for gifted/2e teens and young adults, a parody of the famous Dr. Suess book, Oh, The Places You'll Go, we will focus on how gifted/2e individuals can develop a successful path forward by building the skills that neurodiverse people require as they develop a positive sense of themselves.
This workshop also includes an electronic workbook for participants.
I look forward to you/your teen/young adult joining us for this comprehensive workshop!
- Dr. Mike Postma
Learn about Giftedness and Neurodiversity
Connect and Learn with Gifted/2e Peers
Gain Strategies, Tools and Confidence
Session Topics:
Session 1:
Finding Your True Self
- Learn and understand what it means to be gifted/2e/neurodiverse
- Learn how to build positive metacognition (sense of self)
- Learn and understand the the neuroscience and anatomy of neurodiversity
- Design a path to achievement and actualization
Session 2:
The Bumps in the Road
In this session we will dive deeper into learning how to deal with and overcome:
- Anxiety, Depression, Intensity
- Disillusionment, Inertia, Criticism (external and internal)
- School and Job Issues and more
Session 3:
Means of Communication
In this session we will be working on developing a way to positive communication with those around you: family, friends, relationships, teachers/professors and managers
Session 4:
The 2e Factor
We will dive deeper and learn how to navigate the potential issues with having multiple exceptionalities while embracing them and using them as unique strengths
Session 5:
Executive Functioning
We will work on developing the skills that will make you successful in all environments from school to the workplace and beyond
Session 6:
Finding Purpose
From establishing core values to utilizing your talents, finding purpose is the key to happiness and productivity however you define it
Schedule:
This workshop includes 6 pre-recorded sessions that you can watch anytime, anywhere on any device. The recordings are yours to keep. A workbook with reflective questions is included to reflect on your own journey and develop a plan that works best for you.
We will have several discussion group meetings on Zoom:
Dates and Time:
Saturday, Aug 23rd: 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm PT
Saturday, Aug 30th: 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm PT
Saturday, Sept 13th: 2-4 pm PT
Thursday, Sept 18th: 5-7 pm PT
There will be breakout rooms for the younger teens and then for the older teens and young adults.
Testimonials
Previous Teen Consulting with Dr. Mike - Age 18
"My family contacted Dr. Mike after I graduated high school and moved abroad for university, and he has helped me navigate the transition from high school to university and adulthood. He explains the science behind my anxieties and challenges, and helps me develop practical tools and strategies that I can implement to manage my stresses while being in a constantly changing environment away from my family."
Previous Teen Workshop Participant – Age 18
"I think the biggest benefit I got from this workshop was being able to talk through my struggles and get help and ideas from the group on how to better cope. It was very comforting."
Previous Workshop Participant – Age 23
"I was struggling with what I wanted to do after high school and I was really floundering. I needed focus and some help in direction, as well as how to communicate with my new work managers. I would often go into a reactive rant and it always resulted in a negative outcome. I learned so much from Dr. Mike on how to understand effective communication and how it affects others around me. I learned so many new skills and value my time with Dr. Mike. He understands me and I am so thankful for his help and understanding. I feel positive and hopeful again!
Meet Dr. Mike Postma:
Hello! I'm Dr. Mike Postma, an educator, speaker, author, consultant and coach residing in beautiful Bellingham, WA. Together with my wife, Julie, we have raised our own 4 gifted/2e children and know how difficult this journey can be. That is one reason I have dedicated my life work to the holistic development of the gifted/2e community. In my 25+ year career, I've served as a Gifted Teacher in the classroom, as an Administrator of gifted schools, as a professional developer of gifted programming and curriculum and as Executive Director of the SENG organization (Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted), and now leading our company Gifted & Thriving, LLC. I look forward to spending time together with you to learn how we can best teach and support this exceptional community so we can all move from a place of just surviving to THRIVING! I look forward to the journey with you!
Learn more about Dr. Mike Postma and his family on this page.
