First-person reflections, essays, and lived experience writing for, by, and with neurodivergent communities.
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An Ode to Future Joy
another me at the roundtable is future Joy. she didn't say much. she didn't say anything. in fact, she showed me something. she got up from the table, pulled out a projector, and showed me what life could and will look like.
When Autism Disables: Living the Reality of Migraine, Burnout, and Limits
Disability acceptance is not about denial. It is not about pretending these limits do not exist. It is about saying: this is real, this is valid, and I am still whole.
Masking as a Neurodivergent Therapist Intern
Masking may have been necessary once, but the work ahead is different. It is about reclaiming my space, showing up authentically, and demonstrating to myself and others that being made differently does not mean being made wrong.
When Skills Slip and Words Fail: Understanding Autistic Burnout
For anyone who feels their skills slipping or struggles to speak even when they want to, know this: you are not failing. You are experiencing a protective, temporary state your brain and body use to survive overwhelming conditions.
Share Your Voice!
The Bouncy Brain is a space for curious, thoughtful, and often nonlinear minds. We’re building a safe, neurodivergent-affirming space and we want to include your voice.
If you have insights, lived experience, reflections, creative ideas, or practical tools to share around neurodivergence, inclusion, or community care, we’d love to hear from you.
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“Neurodivergent people aren’t broken — we’re brilliant. When we’re supported, we bring hyperfocus, creative problem-solving and loyalty to our work. But we can’t contribute if we’re pushed out before we’ve even been given a fair shot.”
— Tehnyat J. Sohail, The Salt Lake Tribune
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