For a long time, talking about high abilities has been surrounded by myths: genius, ease, privilege, constant excellence.
But the reality is much more complex — and much more human.
In this episode of ATIPICOS.org we talk with Macarena Rojas, mother, education professional, and co-founder of the Altes Capacitats Coyhaique Academy, about what it really means to live with high abilities.
We talk about diverse profiles, childhood and adulthood, double exceptionality, invisible girls, frustration, pressure to perform, and the loneliness that arises when the environment cannot support the difference.
We also talk about support:
what these individuals need to grow without dimming,
how families and schools can do better,
and why it is not about pushing anyone to shine, but about allowing them to shine in their own way.
An episode to listen to without rush.
For families, educators, and adults who feel that “something didn’t fit” and are starting to name it.
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