Confused about autistic inertia vs ADHD task paralysis? Learn the difference, how to tell, and why you’re not lazy if you’re AuDHD. If you’re AuDHD, you may find yourself asking: Why can’t I start tasks? Why do I freeze when I care so much? Is this autistic inertia or ADHD task paralysis? Or am IContinueContinue reading “Autistic Inertia vs ADHD Task Paralysis: Why it matters when You’re AuDHD”
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Autistic identity after late diagnosis: Who are you really?
If you’re a late diagnosed autistic adult, or someone who has recognised or is in the process of realising you are autistic, you might feel as though someone has quietly rearranged the furniture of your identity. The diagnosis can bring relief, clarity and validation – and also confusion. If so much of your life hasContinueContinue reading “Autistic identity after late diagnosis: Who are you really?”
How to start unmasking without blowing up your life
How to unmask autism safely (without burning bridges or burning out) If you’ve spent years masking, the idea of unmasking can feel equal parts liberating and terrifying. You might long to feel more like yourself, and at the same time worry about what will happen to your work, relationships, or reputation. If you’re wondering howContinueContinue reading “How to start unmasking without blowing up your life”
Autistic stimming and shame: What no one talks about
You may have been told before – possibly many times – to stop stimming. If you’ve ever been told to “stop fidgeting”, “sit still”, “calm down”, or “don’t be weird”, this is for you. If you’ve learned to clench your jaw instead of flap your hands…To dig your nails into your palm instead of rocking…ToContinueContinue reading “Autistic stimming and shame: What no one talks about”
Friendships that sustain rather than drain: A 5-Step filter
Making and keeping friendships that sustain rather than drain you can feel like a minefield when you’re neurodivergent. Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, or just wired a little differently, you might have spent years feeling like friendship comes easily to others but always seems a bit more complicated for you. It’s not that you don’t wantContinueContinue reading “Friendships that sustain rather than drain: A 5-Step filter”