Raising Awareness
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Music has been such an important part of my life, whether I’m performing or listening to one of my favourite songs. Music helps me express myself and regulate my emotions. I also find it helps reduce restlessness and keeps me alert. I have had many years of enjoyment with sharing my skills as a teacher,… Read more
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The past while has been a lot to process, as I was diagnosed with predominantly inattentive ADHD. A friend suspected it, but I don’t think what she said really sank in. It was a condition I knew very little about until now. There are three presentations of ADHD: predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, or combined. As… Read more
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I wanted to embed short videos about dyslexia. It is considered part of neurodiversity. I am not dyslexic, but I know some people who are, and I am interested in learning more and understanding it. What is dyslexia? – Kelli Sandman-Hurley by TED-Ed (embedded from YouTube) Dyslexia: a differently wired brain by British Dyslexia Association… Read more
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“Technology has enabled me to get to where I am. It helps me plan, focus, remember, increase my confidence, control my environment and me time to respond. It does not fix or cure, but removes barriers” Louise Image by Pexels from Pixabay Read more
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For me, being able to communicate socially is not the same as communicating in a teaching context. It is important to explain the difference. I have learned to communicate socially, but in a teaching environment, it is easier when I am the teacher, and I am passionate about the subject. I can talk for hours… Read more
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Today in the UK, we can take for granted the rights and freedoms that we have. If we did not have them, our lives could be very different. The ECHR protects human rights and freedoms, and the Equality Act 2010 protects us from discrimination. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay The Equality Act 2010 The… Read more
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Sometimes, it can be easier to connect with animals than people because interactions feel more predictable. Talking to People When talking to people, the conversation must go back and forth, which can be difficult sometimes. I have no control over what someone is saying or going to say, so it’s challenging, especially if it is… Read more
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Anxiety and nausea have been a large part of my life. I have learned to manage it better now, as I know that nothing awful is going to happen. However, it can be scary as it is such a persistent issue. Anxiety and nausea are separate symptoms, but for me, they have also been part… Read more
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I don’t always say the right thing, especially in new situations that I have never experienced before. Sometimes, I say something without thinking, and I feel bad after saying it if it is not helpful. I don’t like to give details of conversations with others on my blog for their privacy, so I will describe… Read more
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Learning to love myself has been a long journey. It is not about thinking I am perfect, but learning to live happily with the person I live with every day, which is myself. If I feel good about myself, I am more likely to set healthy boundaries. My worth does not depend on praise from… Read more
My Autism Life After Diagnosis 