Neurodiversity Archives

Quietly Different

A witty, thoughtful reflection on discovering you’re autistic later in life—navigating masking, awkward conversations, and the quiet joy of finally understanding yourself. Weird doesn’t mean wrong.

Erving Goffman’s Guide to Faking Your Way Through Life

Life is a performance, and Erving Goffman knew it. From awkward small talk to workplace personas, explore how his social theory explains the farce of daily life—with humour, anecdotes, and a nod to other great sociologists.

Neurodivergent People Are Secretly Bond Villains (and We’re Plotting to Take Over Your Office)

Are neurodivergent people secretly Bond villains plotting to take over your office? Probably not—but this satirical take dives into the quirks, hyper-fixations, and silent power moves that make us unstoppable (or just really good at organising stationery).

Diary of a Neurodivergent Supermarket Trip

Step into the sensory whirlwind of a neurodivergent supermarket trip. From the overwhelming choice of ham to small talk dilemmas, discover the humour and challenges of this everyday adventure.

My worst nightmare: Trapped in a Lift and Just Trying to Survive

What happens when an autistic individual with stimming traits and someone with misokinesia get stuck in a broken lift? A sensory clash unfolds, offering lessons in empathy, compromise, and survival.

Why Autism Stereotypes Are Rubbish (But Some of Them Are Actually Hilarious)

Autism stereotypes: why they’re rubbish, and which ones are so absurd they’re funny. A witty take on clichés about maths geniuses, social skills, and trains.

Why Do Neurodivergent People Love Spreadsheets? A Love Letter to Order in a Chaotic World

Discover why spreadsheets are a neurodivergent favourite! From colour-coded tabs to hyperfocus heaven, explore the joy and order they bring to chaotic minds.

How to Survive Secret Santa in the UK When You’re Neurodiverse (and Fancy Keeping Your Sanity)

A neurodiverse-friendly guide to handling Secret Santa chaos in the UK workplace. Top tips, relatable tales, and festive faux pas!