An overweight woman standing in a small, white kitchen, in front of a fridge. She is wearing a purple long sleeved shirt with white abstract patterns. Her hands are on her hips and she is standing and smiling. She has facial hair, longer than stubble on her lower face.

Poll: Support for Australians with Disabilities

I am working on a writing piece about expectations for how people with or given a disability diagnosis are supported. … More

Dear Dr: Presenting at an emergency ward

If you are reading this letter it is because I know I am currently unwell.

Dear Dr: Asking for a comprehensive Autism assessment

I am articulate AND I have social and communication problems.

I am requesting a formal assessment for ADHD / ADD and Autism Spectrum Condition.

I have not been coping with pressures at home, with relationships and with my mental health.

Realistic goals: A talk on realistic goals, willingly failing and practicing

This is a talk I wrote in one of my good weeks while experiencing Autistic Burn Out. Using this method as a baseline has helped me on my recovery journey.

I Always Pick Myself Up Again

Seeing the images of my old house messy and tidy was a good visual reminder of what my current messy bedroom could look like. How I may feel once its cleaned.

My Autistic Burnout and Ongoing Recovery

It’s nice not to be burnt out!

Steps on my Recovery Journey

With practicing comes being willing to fail. For me the two go together like smoked salmon and avocado.