A virtual clap to thank all the sensory toys and objects out there, that do an awful lot of heavy lifting to keep us regulated and which most people never know about or see 👏👏👏
Agreed, a lot of the time we hide these things through stigma and shame. I've only just started using the communication cards and I still only feel comfortable using them with people I know and trust.
Some are saying it only represents those with higher support needs. BUT there are three accessories that can be removed, however, i'm willing to bet nearly all of us use one of these at times.
Can we all just stop for a moment and look st how happy this autistic little girl is? No, autism doesn't have a 'look' and it doesn't represent all. BUT we are adults, not the target audience, and I think this will only raise awareness for kids and make many feel more comfortable using these aids.
The crash after a high is the worst. Feeling all the bad feels again after feeling so amazingly good and invincible. I'm full of regrets, debts, sadness, and tattoos. Back to work today after crimbo too, but at least it's a distraction, even if it is a grumpy one.
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ADHD wife's latest hobby: Stargazing
Rating: 6/10
Pros:
- Free
- No equipment cluttering the house
- Can only do it when it's a clear night
Cons:
- I have to partake in it
- It's very cold and we might get murdered
- Doesn't involve learning a new skill so less likely to get bored as quickly
I'm going to have to frame it I think, a work of art 🤣
The band - a rate photo of all three next to each other and not because they're fighting.
A year of grief and rock bottoms, but also a year of profound change that I hope will make 2026 a year of healing.
Hearing about @rwillowfish.bsky.social has broken my heart. She was someone I really admired, she was always authentic, honest and fought for her her beliefs and experiences of mental illness to be heard. Her drawings always touched me, so talented. Rest in peace x
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Happy Christmas week!
Went back on X for 48 hours and my soul has already been crushed by the state of humanity 😭🤣
Haha love it
Our little prince is 2 today!
New book deal!
'Please don't ask me how I feel'. A book all about autism and emotions. Very excited to get writing.
What I don't get about the government looking into 'overdiagnosis', except for everything, but mainly - do they think if they stop diagnosing people those people magically become better or don't have needs!?
Elon's little serfs are quite literally begging journalists to come back because every publicly available source of data shows people have fled the platform and young people won't use it.
They are literally begging regular people to come back. Don't do it! It is a website by and for actual Nazis!
First week of annual leave is going well. Got unexpectedly referred to Home Treatment Team Friday, literally as I was finishing up for the week. Lots to still look forward to though - I have a shit tonne of marking to get done and an operation on Tuesday...
Not the official subtitle or cover, but excited to see this book start to take it's first steps into the big wide world www.waterstones.com/book/dealing...
Festive Walter - can't say i'm feeling optimistic about this staying up long... 🎄🎅🐱
Trans girls should be allowed in Guides groups. Local groups are calling for this decision to be reversed. This ban will affect a tiny number of trans girls, who will be mentally benefiting from groups like these AT NO COST TO ANYONE ELSE.
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A few very wobbly moments, but got through and met some nice people. I just took loads of sensory stuff with me to keep me grounded whenever it felt like the panic was building. I still hate London though.
Look not grumpy for once
Today, i'm off for an 'in-person' day in my new job. I used to commute and work in London every day, but I haven't recovered my agoraphobia since Covid. I've worked remotely for the last 4 years and been too unwell to get to my office. London, new people, and autism. What could possibly go wrong!?
Another day, another beautiful cat portrait pic. You're welcome.
How can therapy alone fix a psychosis, mania, or severe depression? I've only ever found meds bring me out of those states, create stability, and allow me to engage in therapy at all. Truthfully, there is no exact or superior treatment when it comes to SMI. All could help, all could harm. 3/3
