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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...
Julie Jenner
Mar 5, 20243 min read
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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...
mandimartin7
Nov 26, 20234 min read
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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...
mandimartin7
Nov 2, 20232 min read
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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...
mandimartin7
Oct 30, 20233 min read
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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...
mandimartin7
Oct 21, 20234 min read
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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...
mandimartin7
Sep 4, 20232 min read
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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...
mandimartin7
Jul 5, 20233 min read
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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,...
mandimartin7
Jun 23, 20233 min read
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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...

Julie Terry-Jenner
Feb 9, 20235 min read
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Me? Autistic?? Huh!!!
The day I discovered I am autistic and have ADHD was quite literally life-changing! Throughout my life, I have had all kinds of struggles...

Julie Terry-Jenner
Oct 27, 20225 min read
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Can you really afford to not give counselling a go?
People often only come into therapy when they hit a crisis situation, or life feels too hard, their relationships are under threat, their...

Julie Terry-Jenner
Mar 9, 20214 min read
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Gaslighting – it is not your fault.
Gaslighting is a term used for, and often subtle, forms of emotional and psychological abuse. Victims of this behaviour have often been...

Julie Terry-Jenner
Jun 17, 20208 min read
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Is hope holding you back?
When you think of hope, what comes to mind? Maybe that warm, happy feeling of something good coming your way. Possibly that anticipation...

Julie Terry-Jenner
Sep 19, 20193 min read
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Why do I love what I do?
I have been asked many times why I chose to be a counsellor and if I find it hard listening to other people’s stories each day. My answer...

Julie Terry-Jenner
Aug 10, 20183 min read
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Choosing the right therapist for you.
When choosing a therapist, I often advise people to contact, and possibly meet, 2 or 3 different therapists before deciding who to work...

Julie Terry-Jenner
Jan 30, 20183 min read
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Own your decisions!
Sometimes we feel trapped, or as if we do not have choices. We have pressures from life, people, and responsibilities - and these can all...

Julie Terry-Jenner
Jul 4, 20172 min read
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