We recently spent a weekend in North Yorkshire as a family. We had a lovely time! We explored York and Whitby, went to the beach, ate out, discovered places we hadn’t planned to visit and came home with some brilliant memories. Being the reflective soul I am, amongst all of that, I noticed something. A […]
I’m going to admit something about the realities of delivering autism training as an autistic trainer. Every time I stand in front of a room or online meeting and talk about autistic meltdowns, a small part of me feels uncomfortable. Not because I don’t understand them professionally, but because I’m talking about myself. It’s one
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A client asked me a question recently that, on reflection, is something I hear surprisingly often: “How do I prepare for something when I don’t even know what’s going to happen?” At first, I smiled because it felt like such an honest question, but it quickly made me realise how many different versions of it
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Ironically, I am posting this on 1st May, however this is a blog about April. April always feels like a reflective month for me. It’s my birthday month, it’s Autism Acceptance Month – and this year, it also marks three years of Wellbeing Whizz. When I first started, I don’t think I fully realised where
The Power of One Adjustment When people talk about stress or overwhelm, the conversation often centres on workload. Too much to do, too little time, competing demands etc. For many autistic adults, overwhelm is not just about tasks, but also about sensory load. Sensory load is cumulative, meaning it can build and build into a
Sensory Overload Isn’t Dramatic — It’s Neurological Read More »
Ah, task and time management. If you’re neurodivergent, you’ve probably done everything “right.” You’ve bought the planners (shout out to my fellow planner addicts who just can’t resist!). Downloaded the apps. Learned the systems. You’ve tried the Pomodoro technique, time-blocking, and every “anchor” habit in the book. And yet, you still feel like you’re failing.
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It might seem a little strange to be writing and sharing a blog about habits just before Christmas and the New Year. This is usually the time we’re told to pause, indulge, or wait and hold off until 1st January, when we can start fresh, do it “properly,” and commit with a clean slate. But
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Summer holidays — for some, they conjure images of beach days, family outings, and a slower pace of life. But for many of us who are neurodivergent, running a business, and parenting neurodivergent children, summer can feel more like a logistical obstacle course than a relaxing season. This summer is especially poignant to us
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Exciting News on Mental Health Reforms for Autistic People and Those with Learning Disabilities! Today, the UK government has announced significant reforms to the Mental Health Act aimed at improving care for autistic people and those with learning disabilities. This change is a really positive step toward ensuring that individuals in these communities receive the
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As we enter what I call “firework season” here in the UK, sensory processing issues are at the forefront of my mind, particularly as they impact autistic people. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is common among autistic individuals, and it goes beyond simply disliking loud noises; it’s about how our bodies and minds process sensory information
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I shared recently on social media that I was attending—and have since passed—a course run by NHS England and the National Autistic Society to become an Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training lead trainer. Quite a mouthful, right?? Some people might be familiar with this training, but for others, it might be something completely new. I hadn’t
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I had the pleasure of working with a YouTuber this weekend (who wishes to remain anonymous) who wanted some guidance regarding personal boundaries when it came to interactions from their fans. Together we talked about their hopes and expectations and where they were concerned they might have blurred lines, and created a privacy policy that
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