The Prismatic Compassion Blog: Topics Related to You and Your Life
Understanding Neurodivergent Communication in the Workplace
Explore the seldom-discussed reasons behind ADHD/Autistic employees' persistent need for clarity, how misunderstanding this need can impact their wellbeing at work, and creative strategies for building a genuinely inclusive, supportive workplace culture.
Navigating Distinct Anxiety: Neuro-Affirming Approaches
Autistic distinct anxiety is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or mistaken for generalized anxiety. In this blog, I explore the unique roots of Autistic anxiety and offer practical, neuro-affirming strategies to cope without masking or pushing through.
Advocating for Yourself in Mental Health Spaces: Honouring Every Part of Your Identity
Your experiences matter. Your voice matters. Your mental health matters. But navigating mental health spaces while staying true to all parts of your identity can feel overwhelming. Whether you're part of the LGBT2SQIA+ community, living with chronic health conditions, or embracing neurodivergence, advocating for yourself is an essential act of self-care and empowerment.
Advocacy isn’t just about asking for what you need; it’s about creating space for your whole self to be seen, heard, and respected. Let’s explore how you can confidently advocate for yourself in mental health spaces, ensuring your care aligns with your identity.
It’s Important for Mental Health to Track Your Menstrual Cycle
For many women and AFAB (assigned female at birth) folx who menstruate, keeping track of their menstrual cycle can seem like just another task in an already packed schedule. But, for those of us who are ADHDers and Autistic, understanding the phases of our cycle and how these can directly impact our mental health, energy levels, executive functioning, and relationship with food is not just beneficial; it’s essential.
Diet Culture, Body Size & Automatic Health Status Myths.
Diet Culture and the Belief that Smaller Bodies Automatically Equal ‘Healthy.’ The Perspective from Someone in a Bigger Body, and as Someone Who Works in the Eating Disorders Field.
We live in a society that values thinness. We strive for it constantly because we are told it is more acceptable, and ‘healthier,’ despite this diet culture narrative, many health professionals ask each other, is this completely true? I would argue, no.
IS THIS THERAPIST ACTUALLY ADHD/AUTISM AFFIRMING?
What questions to ask a potential therapist to see if they are actually ADHD/Autism affirming?
As an AuDHD therapist, I’ve been on both sides of things when it comes to therapy. I’m a big believer that we as therapists need to continue doing our own work, so always promote therapists going to a therapist (but that can be a topic for another day).