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Don’t Hide Your Superpower Behind Your Alter Ego
So many well-known fictional superheroes hide behind their alter egos to fit into society, acting modest and unassuming. Just like superheroes, we too hide behind a more socially accepted identity, camouflaging in order to fit in and feel a sense of belonging.
A few of my favourite things as a neurodivergent adult.
Some of my favourite things to help me in my everyday life as a neurodivergent adult.
Those with neurodivergent conditions such as autism, ADHD and anxiety often suffer with issues which are hidden to others and we use masking to cope, particularly in public. However, this can become exhausting and lead to debilitating burnout. Fortunately, there are tools and schemes available nowadays to help neurodivergent individuals of all ages to cope with everyday life which are subtle and not too conspicuous.
I thought it would be a good idea to make a list of my favourites that I cannot live without as an adult with autism.
Astrid: Murder in Paris - TV detective series
I am regularly on the lookout for something to watch which reflects neurodivergence. Recently, a friend recommended a Walter Presents detective series called Astrid: Murder in Paris about an autistic archivist and I’m hooked. Don’t be put off by the subtitles!
World Autism Acceptance Week
World Autism Acceptance Week is an annual event planned around Autism Acceptance Day on 2nd April each year. Interestingly, the event was formerly called Autism Awareness Week but was renamed in 2021 as a better term for inclusion.
Covid, Menopause and an Autism Diagnosis
It took a mental health crisis for me to push for a diagnosis for autism through the NHS. The problem was at the time that there were so many other things going on at the same time including the COVID pandemic and menopause.
Neurodiversity on Reality TV
Will recent appearances on reality TV help to change public perception of neurodivergence?
Free Writing - Taking a Creative Writing Course
So today, I started a creative writing course. Neurodivergents tend to think in black and white so it was inspiring to learn how to write freely.