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About The guest
Gopika Kapoor is a writer, therapist, and neurodiversity consultant whose journey as a mother to a child on the autism spectrum shaped her mission of inclusion. Author of the acclaimed memoir Beyond the Blue and co-founder of the Buddy Up app, she has worked extensively with families, professionals, and global initiatives to create awareness and build supportive communities.
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Chapters
00:00 – Intro
02:35 – Gopika Son’s Autism Diagnosis
05:50 – Early Years After Diagnosis
10:11 – Telling the Twin Sister
13:47 – Parenting Twins Equally
17:42 – From Parent to Professional
20:16 – Working with Underprivileged Families
24:13 – Lessons from UMEED
25:22 – Coping with Guilt & Anxiety
29:17 – Writing ‘Beyond the Blue’
32:06 – Buddy Up App Story
35:24 – Public Reactions to Autism
37:00 – Corporate Inclusion & Jobs
38:25 – Parents’ Emotional Hurdles
43:20 – Quick 10 with Zahra
45:35 – Thanks for watching
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Zahra is a popular mom and parenting influencer, content creator, and the relatable voice behind Being Mom & Beyond podcast that brings real, honest conversations about motherhood, family, and everyday life.
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