Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria – RSD
Learning to live and keep up as a neurodivergent brings so many challenges. The way we process, our understanding of other people, all...
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Julie Jenner
Feb 263 min
Have you heard of the fork theory?
In 2018, Jenrose shared their fork theory and explained how those of us with a chronic illness, physical of mental, have a fork limit,...
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Julie Jenner
Feb 193 min
How many ways are quirky kids “wrong”?
Being neurodivergent brings so many difficulties daily, especially if diagnosed late. Add to the trauma of not being believed, having...
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Julie Jenner
Feb 63 min
Why choose a neurodivergent therapist?
I have spoken before about the importance of finding the right therapist for you, so why should you actively look for a neurodivergent...
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Julie Jenner
Jan 166 min
What actually is self-care?
When you think of self-care, what pops into your mind? Hot baths, scented candles, weekend retreats, chocolate? All of this can be true,...
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Julie Jenner
Dec 31, 20233 min
“How are you?” asked the therapist.
How honest are you when you are asked this question? Or do you offer the standard, societal expectation of "fine"? As a therapist, when I...
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mandimartin7
Nov 26, 20234 min
The Spoon Theory – my understanding
The spoon theory came to us thanks to Christine Miserandino, and you can read more about her on her page at butyoudontlooksick.com I...
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mandimartin7
Nov 12, 20233 min
Lockdown – have you fully left it yet?
I don’t know about you, but lockdown was one of the weirdest parts of my life so far. I am one of the lucky ones who survived it fairly...
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mandimartin7
Nov 2, 20232 min
Stress – is it all yours?
What does Stress Awareness Day mean to you? Does it mean looking at all the things that stress you out? Or spending time thinking about...
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mandimartin7
Oct 30, 20233 min
Just one task? Yeah right!
How many of my fellow neurospicy people have been told so often to just get on with a task they’ve been avoiding? Which has left you...
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mandimartin7
Oct 21, 20234 min
Good Intentions vs Reality
Obviously, I am not speaking for everyone in this, although I am sure many can relate... I wanted to explain some of the, seemingly, daft...
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mandimartin7
Sep 27, 20232 min
A picture paints a thousand words
As many of you know, I express myself and parts of my journey in my tattoo choices. There have been a variety of reasons why I have...
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mandimartin7
Sep 4, 20232 min
A 10-year reflection
Another 10 years have passed, and it is time to renew my driving licence and add a new photo. Well, what a revelation that was! When...
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mandimartin7
Aug 14, 20234 min
“Coming out” as Neurodiverse
A couple of weeks ago, I was asked if I was “out” as neurodiverse, and it stopped me in my tracks for a moment. Coming out seemed like a...
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mandimartin7
Jul 5, 20233 min
Is your comfort zone holding you back?
How many times has fear or uncertainty held you back from something you want or need to do? We create our comfort zones for many...
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mandimartin7
Jun 23, 20233 min
Let's turn the tables...
Let’s turn the tables – how to recognise a neurotypical! We see so much about how to recognise and deal with neurodivergent individuals,...
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mandimartin7
Jun 9, 20233 min
A little bit neurodiverse?
I have heard many people speak about levels of neurodiversity, such as Autism and ADHD, and whether someone is just a little bit or very...
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mandimartin7
May 9, 20234 min
Why does ADHD seem “trendy” right now?
Since discovering my neurodiversity, especially ADHD, I have heard many different responses when I have spoken to others about this. I...
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mandimartin7
Apr 18, 20234 min
One thought at a time? Yeah right!
Before I start with what I want to share, please note this is just my understanding and personal views based on my night-time wanderings...
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Julie Terry-Jenner
Feb 9, 20235 min
My late diagnosis
Throughout my life I felt a little out of sync with most people around me. I was often told I am different from most, a little bit weird...
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