For many neurodivergent people, the idea of being kind to yourself can feel unfamiliar, even uncomfortable. You might know the words, but the practice itself may seem distant — as though kindness is something you extend to others but not to yourself. If this resonates, you are not alone. In this blog, we’ll explore whyContinueContinue reading “How to be kind to yourself when it feels like an alien concept”
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Managing anger: 10 techniques that actually work for neurodivergent minds
Anger isn’t a bad emotion. It’s your system letting you know something doesn’t feel right. But when you’re neurodivergent, managing anger can feel especially difficult—especially when you’re already dealing with sensory overload, unexpected changes, miscommunication, or other people not understanding how you experience the world. Maybe you feel like you go from calm to rageContinueContinue reading “Managing anger: 10 techniques that actually work for neurodivergent minds”
HALT triggers (hungry, angry, lonely, tired) survival kit: Neurodivergent edition
If you’ve ever felt like your emotions go from 0 to 100 without warning, or that small things tip you over the edge when you’re already holding so much, it might be time to get curious about HALT triggers. HALT stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired – four states that can seriously impact your emotionalContinueContinue reading “HALT triggers (hungry, angry, lonely, tired) survival kit: Neurodivergent edition”
Silence your inner critic: 6 proven steps to overcome self-doubt
An inner critic engaging in negative self-talk is something most people experience, but for neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, it can be a relentless and exhausting cycle. The stories you tell yourself—whether about your abilities, worth, or past mistakes—can shape your confidence and behaviour in profound ways. But are these stories real or justContinueContinue reading “Silence your inner critic: 6 proven steps to overcome self-doubt”
How to have happier holidays when you’re autistic
The holiday season can be especially challenging for autistic people, making it hard to have the happy holiday experience others seem to expect. From Thanksgiving and through Christmas to New Year’s, there’s a nonstop stream of holiday events, sensory overload, and social expectations, creating an environment that can feel overwhelming and exhausting. With a fewContinueContinue reading “How to have happier holidays when you’re autistic”
How to have happier holidays when you have ADHD
The holiday season can be particularly challenging for those of us with ADHD, leading to less than happier holidays. The pressures and expectations of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year come at us from all directions, with seemingly no break once Halloween has passed. That’s two months of holiday hype, filled with pressure to do everythingContinueContinue reading “How to have happier holidays when you have ADHD”