NeurodivergentAndProud
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Boundaries. Café. Overwhelm.

Today in Caffè Nero, I found myself in one of those situations that many neurodivergent people will recognise—where a simple moment becomes unexpectedly intrusive and overwhelming. A woman at the next table began asking me a series of personal questions: When I tried to disengage with a simple “Oh just leave me alone,” she continued… Continue reading
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Tuna. Melt. Miscommunication.

Navigating unclear menus can frustrate neurodivergent individuals, highlighting the need for clear communication and predictable dining experiences. Continue reading
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Coat. Bear. Grace.

Reflections from the dialysis chair—on presence, partnership, and the stories still unfolding. Dialysis takes it out of you. The hours are long, the movement minimal, and the body feels like it’s been borrowed by a machine. For me—an autistic gay Irishman living in Kildare and receiving treatment in Port Laoise—it’s not just about the treatment.… Continue reading
