The Higher Human Podcast: Life Shifts, Burnout & Finding Your Purpose
The Higher Human is a podcast for individuals and ADHD and autistic adults navigating burnout, nervous system regulation, spiritual awakening, and major life transitions. It explores neurodivergent burnout, unmasking, emotional regulation, purpose, and consciousness, and what it means to build a life that works with your brain rather than against it. The show aims to be grounded, practical, and spiritually curious, without pressure or toxic positivity. More information is available at www.thehigherhuman.com.
Episodes
Why People Constantly Misunderstand AuDHD People
Many adults with AuDHD spend their lives feeling misunderstood.
They're told they're too blunt, too emotional, too rigid, too intense, or too difficult, when in reality they're often trying harder than anyone realizes to communicate clearly and navigate a world that wasn't designed for the way their brain works.
In this episode, I explore the hidden communication gap between neurodivergent and neu
Disclosure Day Review: What Spielberg Got Right About UFO Experiencers
What if Disclosure Day is more than just another science fiction film?
In this episode, I review Steven Spielberg's latest movie through the lens of decades of UFO research and experiencer accounts. Rather than debating whether every scene is literally true, we explore the recurring themes that have appeared in books, interviews, and firsthand reports for years.
Topics include:
Screen memories an
The UFO Files Aren't Disclosure. They're Preparation.
The latest UFO file releases left many enthusiasts feeling underwhelmed.
No alien bodies.
No recovered craft.
No definitive confirmation.
But what if that's exactly the point?
In this episode, I explore why I believe the current UFO/UAP disclosures are not designed for longtime researchers and enthusiasts. Instead, they may represent the first stages of acclimating the broader public to ideas that
The Hidden Food Challenges of ADHD & Autism
Many neurodivergent people spend years believing they're simply "picky eaters." But food challenges in ADHD and autism often run much deeper than that.
In this episode, we explore sensory sensitivities, safe foods, interoception, executive dysfunction, dopamine-seeking behaviors, meal planning struggles, and the unique relationship many neurodivergent people have with food.
You'll learn why certai
What Are Past Lives? A Beginner's Guide to Reincarnation, Karma & Consciousness
Why do certain people feel instantly familiar?
Why do some fears seem to come from nowhere?
And what if consciousness survives death?
In this episode, Ash explores the fascinating world of past lives, reincarnation, soul groups, karma, hypnotherapy, near-death experiences, and the possibility that life is much larger than we realize.
After years of research, meditation experiences, and studying th
ADHD Paralysis: Why Simple Tasks Feel Impossible
Why do ADHD brains sometimes completely freeze, even when we WANT to do the task?
In this episode, we’re diving into ADHD paralysis, executive dysfunction, overwhelm, nervous system regulation, and practical ways to create an environment that actually supports your brain instead of fighting against it.
We talk about:
task paralysis
time blindness
overwhelm
burnout
perfectionism
environment design
Masking Is Why You Feel Exhausted All the Time (ADHD & Autism)
If you feel completely drained after a normal day, there’s a good chance it’s not your energy levels… it’s masking.
Masking is when you suppress or adjust your natural behaviors to fit into social expectations. For ADHD and autistic individuals especially, this can become automatic over time.
The problem is, it comes at a cost.
In this episode, Ash breaks down:
What masking is and how it develops
The Manosphere Trap: What Modern Masculinity Is Getting Wrong
Masculinity is being debated everywhere right now… but almost no one is actually defining it.
In this episode, I break down what I saw after watching the growing wave of “manosphere” and red pill content—and why so many men are getting pulled into something that promises confidence, power, and success… but often delivers frustration, comparison, and disconnection instead.
This isn’t about attackin
Not All Your Emotions Are Yours (ADHD, Autism & Empath Overload Explained)
Have you ever left a conversation feeling completely drained… even though nothing actually happened?
If you’re ADHD, autistic, or highly sensitive, there’s a good chance you’re not just feeling your emotions… you’re absorbing other people’s too.
In this episode, we break down what it actually means to be an “overwhelmed empath” from a nervous system perspective. This isn’t about being weak or “too
Your Nervous System Is Stuck in Survival Mode (Here’s How to Fix It)
You can know you’re safe… and still feel anxious.
That’s not in your head.
That’s your nervous system.
In this episode of the Higher Human Podcast, I sit down with Taylor Schwartz, a somatic and psychodynamic therapist, to break down how trauma, stress, and overstimulation actually live in the body… and why mindset alone isn’t always enough to heal it.
We explore:
Why your body can feel unsafe e
The World Feels Broken… But This Is Why It Matters (Duality Explained)
Everything feels heavy right now.
War, rising costs, political tension, division… it’s everywhere. And at some point, you start to wonder… is something actually breaking?
In this episode, we go deeper into what’s really going on beneath the surface and why this moment might not just be chaos… but clarity.
This is about duality.
Because two things can be true at once:
The world can feel overwhelmin
Your Obsession Isn’t a Problem… It’s Your Superpower
What if the thing you’ve been told is “too much”… is actually your greatest strength?
For many people with ADHD or autism, hyperfocus and special interests are often labeled as distractions, obsessions, or even problems. But what if we’ve been looking at it all wrong?
In this episode, we break down the truth about hyperfocus, why neurodivergent brains are wired for deep interest-based engagement,
Trump Says Release the UFO Files… What Happens Next?
Trump says he wants to release the UFO files…
But what actually gets released? And what stays hidden?
In this episode, we break down what this announcement really means for UFO disclosure, government transparency, and the future of this conversation.
Because while this may sound like a major step forward, the reality is a lot more complicated. Between national security restrictions, redactions, an
The Epstein Files: Redactions, Power, and How to Stay Sane
The latest Epstein file releases have shaken people to their core. Not just because of the crimes, but because of what they expose about power, accountability, redactions, and the systems many once believed were working behind the scenes.
I’ve seen people say:
Their brain is "breaking"
They feel like their losing their mind
They feel like they've lost grip on what's real and what's not
In this epi
The Personal Tipping Point: When Life Forces You to Change
What is your personal tipping point?
That moment when life stops negotiating with you.
When you do not change because you feel ready or motivated, but because staying the same has become unbearable.
In this episode, I explore the personal tipping point. The event, decision, or realization that begins the avalanche of change and alters the trajectory of your life.
We talk about:
The most common c
When Your Brain Goes Offline (ADHD & Autism)
Have you ever zoned out mid-conversation, forgotten what you were doing while doing it, or felt like your brain just… left?
If you’re ADHD, autistic, or both, this isn’t laziness or a lack of effort. It’s nervous system overload.
In this episode, neurodivergent life coach Ashley breaks down why ADHD and autistic brains “go offline,” how overstimulation leads to burnout, and what your nervous syste
The Age of Disclosure Review: 4 Takeaways + What Comes Next
Disclosure isn’t just about aliens — it’s about whether humanity is ready to evolve beyond war, secrecy, and scarcity.
In this episode, I share my biggest takeaways after watching The Age of Disclosure and unpack the wider implications behind modern UAP conversations: alleged crash retrieval programs, reverse-engineering claims, oversight concerns, and why secrecy may be its own form of danger.
We
Feeling Stuck? Vulnerability Is the Key to Your 2026 Breakthrough
What if vulnerability isn’t something to fix, but something to follow?
In this episode of The Higher Human, we explore how vulnerability acts as an internal compass, pointing toward clarity, alignment, and meaningful change. Instead of forcing motivation or demanding certainty, we look at how honesty with yourself can calm the nervous system and reveal what’s actually ready to shift.
This conversa
Missing the Joke: Why ADHD & Autistic Brains Struggle With Sarcasm
Do you constantly wonder, “Wait… was that a joke?”
If sarcasm, tone, metaphors, or deadpan humor confuse you — you are not alone. ADHD and autistic brains process non-literal language differently, which means jokes, sarcasm, and subtle social cues often take longer to decode… if we decode them at all.
In this episode, I share:
- Why neurodivergent people miss jokes or take things literally
- How s
The Hidden Reason You’re Burnt Out as a Neurodiverse Adult
Are you neurodiverse—ADD, ADHD, autistic, or more than one, and finding yourself completely burnt out as an adult? You’re not alone.
In this episode, I break down why so many neurodivergent adults hit burnout in their 20s and 30s, why it often goes unnoticed for years, and what you can do to start recovering your energy, clarity, and sense of self.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why ADHD &a
Life Falling Apart? It Might Be a Spiritual Awakening
What if your life isn’t falling apart — it’s falling together?
If you’ve been feeling lost, numb, burned out, disconnected, done with old patterns, or suddenly unable to tolerate the life you’ve been living… this video is your roadmap.
This is the truth about spiritual awakenings — the dark parts, the identity collapse, the relationship shifts, the breakdown before the breakthrough, and why and ho
Too Loud, Too Bright, Too Much: My Overstimulation Recovery Routine
Sensory overload / overstimulation is real—especially for ADHD and autistic (AuDHD) folks. In this episode, I share my Overstimulation Recovery Routine: how I spot triggers early, what’s in my sensory “toolkit,” and the fast “first-aid” steps I use when I hit shutdown or meltdown territory.
If noise, lights, textures, or overlapping stimuli derail your day, this one’s for you.
What you’ll learn
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When AI Becomes Your Therapist
What happens when AI becomes your only friend? When algorithms start answering your deepest questions about life, death, love, and God? This podcast uncovers the emotional and spiritual crisis emerging from our relationship with artificial intelligence — from viral TikToks and real‑life psychosis events to OpenAI’s new “adult AI” rollout. This is the conversation no one else is having.
Let’s talk
Your Neighbor Is Not The Enemy
Are you tired of constantly feeling division, rage, and arguing online and elsewhere? In this video, transformational life coach Ashley Bourbeau breaks down the uncomfortable truth: your neighbor isn’t the problem—but the system wants you to think they are. We dive into:
🔥 How fear and scarcity are used to manipulate you
📺 Why mainstream media and politics thrive on chaos
🧠 How social media algori
Is Masculinity Dead? Or Just Evolving?
Dating in 2025 isn’t what it used to be. Consultant Chris joins to unpack the new rules of modern relationships — where masculinity is being questioned, women are evolving fast, and men are feeling stuck, angry, or left behind. We talk toxic masculinity, healing, communication breakdowns, and how to reconnect with purpose and emotional strength.
This isn’t just another “manosphere” rant — it’s a g
The Secret to REAL Change: What Therapy Didn’t Teach You!
Feeling stuck? Think you’re making changes but not seeing results? In this eye-opening conversation with Jessica McIntyre, a psychotherapist and author of "UNBREAK: A Psychotherapist's Remedy to Heal the Spirit in 7 Action Steps", we dive deep into why change feels impossible—and how to actually make it happen.
🔹 Are you THINKING change or actually FEELING it?
🔹 The science behind manifestation an
Aliens Probably Exist, and We Need To Change
So, aliens, and inter-dimensional beings?? What will we ultimately do with this revelation? What do we need to be asking ourselves? Another top U.S. government intelligence officer claims non-human intelligence is real. Join me as I explain where we're at, and what our next best theoretical steps are. Like and subscribe if you're interested in more!
Documents and statements examined:
Karl Knell
AI Is Going To Mess Everything Up, But We'll Be Better Off
Have you considered what you'll do next if AI replaces your job? We definitely have a lot to contend with when it comes to AI. However, if we learn to look at this the right way, and ask ourselves what we really want and don't want out of our relationship with artificial intelligence, we could come out far ahead of where we are now, and propel our civilization forward in so many other ways, too.
4 Things To Keep You on Track With Your Goals
When we are doing a lot of hard work on ourselves, there are some things that can hold us back, or lead us away from our path if we aren't mindful. Here are some changes to make, if you haven't already!
How To Stop Holding Yourself Back
If you identify with feeling stuck, this will help you brainstorm strategies to pursue to build momentum, accelerate growth, and become an improved, healthier version of yourself. Taking those initial steps will help ignite your passions and yield results!
Learning About Life Through Death
Join me as I explore the themes that come up at the end of life for so many people, the spirit world, and how you can make changes, and have conversations today that will lead you down a path of more joy, passion, and wellness, as well as more peace at the end. My guest is Lynne-Anne McGrail, an amazing end of life doula who sheds more light on this topic for us. Her information, and our recommend
Find A Job You Love NOW
Are you sick of the job you're at, or what you're doing in general? This year can be the year you change it all. Here's how to figure out what's next, and what questions you should be asking yourself!
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