neurodivergence
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Navigating Misconceptions: Autistic Traits and Dismissive Labels
Living with autism and ADHD has its challenges, and one of the most frustrating aspects is how often my actions and intentions are misunderstood by others. It’s like navigating a world where everyone speaks a different language, and I’m constantly… Continue reading
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Autistic in the Workplace
April 2nd was International Autism Awareness Day, so I thought this would be a good opportunity to talk about my experience as an autistic person in the workplace. From the environment to the interactions to the expectations, workplaces just aren’t… Continue reading
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One Beetle Recognizes another Beetle
Aithníonn ciaraóg ciaraóg eile This is an “Irish Proverb” (seanfhocail) that I’ve known for quite a while now. I probably first heard it in The Secret of Kells, but I was also really into looking up Irish sayings when I… Continue reading
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The Lingering Effects of Autistic Burnout: Is Recovery Possible?
I was watching the video above earlier this week and it got me reflecting on my own experience with autistic burnout. I first became familiar with the idea of autistic burnout several years ago when I was confirming my own… Continue reading
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Learning to Accept that I’m Disabled
It was 2020 when I was diagnosed with ADHD, something I had suspected I had since high school. I was 28 years old. And at that time, I was only beginning to suspect that I was also autistic. Fast forward… Continue reading
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