All the TT trolls screaming at me “You can make videos so you can work” “Stop being lazy” “All your conditions are just excuses” No, I’m autistic, with unstable mental health, chronic pain, migraines, fatigue esp. in stressful & noisy environments Invisible conditions are valid…

Productivity halted cos apparently sitting on hard wooden stools is causing pain through hips, spine & is extremely uncomfortable Foot flared up already so needing stick to walk Is this laziness? No, it’s being limited by environment & #chronicpain that is dynamic & cannot be predicted Pacing helps

I will likely 💀 on this hill Not everyone is able to work including disabled people That includes mental health, autism, adhd, invisible disabilities PIP is not an out of work benefit We cannot work with systemic failures, access to work cuts, inaccessibility or lack of support TikTok 🧌 ➡️ 🗑️

Merry Christmas 🥰

Another reason I will be less than useless at work: Migraines, blurred vision & fatigue are unpredictable As is pain All needs investigating Apparently experiencing trauma and mental health crisis from work with a lack of support for autism and mental health is not enough for the trolls on TikTok 🙃

Trolls on TikTok are getting more and more unhinged 🙃 The topic of discussion autism, adhd, mental health especially anxiety and welfare Btw My anxiety is tied to the environment and sensory processing, and in autism Constant state of anxiety 24/7 where anything esp. unexpected can make me spiral

Christmas Tis the season for stomach aches and indigestion And eating the things that cause it 🙃😂

Political content has mostly been long rant form on TikTok, Facebook & instagram stories Catherineedge03 for TT CatherineEdgson for Meta Trying to condense things for thread based platforms has proven difficult I’m sorry I’m not ignoring issues Processing a lot Letter/Content is backed up 1/2

Not impressed by Vue Cinema in W12 shopping centre who declined toilet access despite me having a need to access the toilet urgently, apparently you can’t go through without a ticket 🤨 There was no public toilet in the centre or the place I’d just been Whether spoons was the alternative which was 🤢

Damn migraine 😣

Flu jab didn’t happen cos they ran out 😕 Started Christmas shopping at least Otherwise very tired Low on spoons 😴

All the excitement this week 👨‍⚕️ Monday - hospital 🏥 called me said, we have space to see you tomorrow at orthopaedics for your shoulder (multiple referrals into different departments in progress 🙃) Confirmed restricted, odd fellow, other than talking over me he is a very good surgeon apparently

Disabled folk… You never have to explain yourself to ableists. You never have to apologise for existing of claiming the benefits you are entitled to… nor do you have to justify it. You don’t owe them any information about your life or condition(s).

Challenging Tories may have been a bad idea 😬 They punch down But Disabled people who cannot work, who do work, who need extra support, those with mental health, those with autism or adhd, those who need universal credit to boost wages, those who need motabilty You are all valid, you are all genuine

Response to the horrendous plans from the Tories about redefining which disabilities can get benefits (Full post on instagram) This is cruel! Labour you are not off the hook FYI @debbieabrahamsmp.bsky.social @eddavey.libdems.org.uk @teamlabouruk.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

IMDb critics are extremely harsh Average 26/100 Couple of people even put 0! Went to see #fivenightsatfreddys2 today I thought it was a solid film Good amount of suspense and jumpy bits I gave it 7/10

Mini reminder to book flu jab if you haven’t done it yet Booked mine for Friday I know, I’m late lol 🙃

Over the last year, myths about the Motability scheme have spread online and in the right wing media. Now, some of it is government policy.  In today’s Guardian, I set about finding the facts and why the idea of “free cars for the disabled” has taken hold. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Orthopaedics for shoulder Slightly irritating that he was talking over me MRI needed Follow up 15weeks Also, attempted to be productive before seeing a film Managed 10 mins/2 items off to do list; then ran out of energy Amount I can do varies depending on the day Slow progress Work? Not possible rn

Mental illnesses absolutely can be disabilities. They can be long term & chronic. They can severely affect someone’s life & ability to manage, as well as the support they need to live. They can prevent someone from being able to work.

Welcome to Britain’s new benefits lie: disabled people are driving BMWs and Mercedes on the taxpayer’s dime. My column on Motability and the truth behind the headlines and social media myths. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Nothing like a bit of train chaos to end the day 😬 Gridlock at Waterloo Train delayed by an hour Finally moving I think there was an incident around Wimbledon

“Fears have been raised that the extraordinarily quick turnaround time is needed to allow the review to influence the outcome of the Timms personal independence payment (PIP) review.” www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/news/high-sp...

Surprise call from orthopaedics today (on a few waiting lists for different body parts 😂) Seeing someone about my shoulder tomorrow 😍 Yay 🙌🏻

#Disabled people, #activists, #socialists, #neurodivergent, lgbtqia+ #chronicillness I want to connect & grow this platform Shared some posts lately Criticising UK government, their welfare policies & rhetoric re disabled people Reacting to media Sharing autistic spoonie life experience

The problem isn't your effort. It's the barriers. #Disability #Disabled #DisabledLife

Day of talking about stress, impacts on health, work trauma, autism, chronic illness, dynamic disability battling government & media rhetoric (TT) Trolls saying why not get another job, instead of benefits No concept of it’s complicated, health fluctuates daily, health got worse since -> Migraine

Life being stressful isn’t an illness according to 442 GPs in BBC article: Unless it impacts every aspect of your health, nervous system,ability to function,& is triggered by environmental factors Autism - sensory overload, meltdowns, burnout MH - V.low mood, anxiety Physical - flare ups, migraines

This part of the thread is for you @patmcfaddenmp.bsky.social @teamlabouruk.bsky.social @bbcnewslive.bsky.social Would also recommend reading the thread this is part of #benefitsaresurvival not an incentive, not a choice As i mentioned disability costs extra We cannot all work! LCWRA is necessary

UC health element has been cut for new claimants April 2026 by 50% Why, Pat and Laura are you so pressed disabled people unable to work, are getting more money? You do know that being disabled costs more right? And assessing work capability,we are unable to work or look for work due to disability 🤦🏼

When Labour/the PM says “delivering for working people/families” One cannot help but feel excluded 😬 Especially as a disabled, autistic, person Look at their policies against disabled people They can’t even leave reforming welfare alone while talking about child poverty We are the scapegoats 🧵

Migrants aren’t the problem. Disabled folk aren’t the problem. Trans folk aren’t the problem. People in poverty aren’t the problem. People of Colour aren’t the problem. Muslim folk aren’t the problem. These groups are all being scapegoated by those who actually are the problem.

Cleaning day, autistic spoonie edition Not able to do anything for several weeks due to executive dysfunction All or nothing type motivation Gets everything off the floor onto the bed Cleans the floor as best they can but still needs a hoover (house one broke) Out - life admin & shop Continued

If you’re dealing with a chronic illness flare, remember it’s ok to rest. You’re not failing. You didn’t do anything wrong. You’re not being punished. Flare ups happen and the best thing we can do is lean in to radical rest as much as possible. Save your spoons and give yourself grace.

Increased rates of autism, ADHD, and other mental health conditions are evidence of decades of unmet need. Wes Streeting is missing the point, writes Rowan Humphries-Massey

Hi friends Update Been analysing what the government is doing re welfare/disability and it’s been a lot Sense of feeling overwhelmed and stressed especially when it hits so close to home eg mental health/autism When I put thoughts down in a thread I will share soon

🚨 Our response to the launch of the government’s independent review of rising demand for mental health, ADHD and autism services. This review needs to lead to change that people can feel: a future where everyone can get the care they need, when they need it.

This International Day of Disabled People, we’re reminded that disability justice is deeply connected to every other fight for equity. Our struggles connect us. Our solidarity is our strength! 💥 #IDDP

Attempts to join a live stream meeting Sound goes loopy and echoey Causing vestibular migraine Ugh 😩 There will be content on mental health, welfare, media stigma reactions, international day of people with disabilities and anger at the government but I might need to rest this evening 🫠

#Chronicpain & #dynamicdisability You never know what will flare up and when 🔥 Today - hip decided to do that 5 minutes walking from home Another curveball - cafe I wanted to go to is closed for refurb 🤦🏼 Slightly longer walk to town, in pain, less time to do stuff Blood test in 2 hours 🙃

The Government sees it as a “moral duty” to cut disability benefits. I see it as a moral duty to call them ableist pieces of shit who want to kill disabled people. The real moral duty should be to end poverty and tax the rich

CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY. If you’d like to gift a copy of Who Wants Normal? to someone who needs it this Christmas (but can’t afford it), I’m giving away my last author copy I just found. I’ll sign and dedicate it. RT and I’ll pick an account at random. Ends Wednesday 3rd December 8pm. U.K. only.

The Government's Universal Credit Bill will cut in half the monthly health-element of UC for new claimants. If you are looking to make a claim now or soon, it's important to check whether this could effect you - and what action you need to take. See more www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/avoidin...

It’s never ok to use the R slur. It’s never ok to discriminate against and berate disabled people. It’s not an acceptable term to describe anyone, for any reason. He’s emboldening his base. They’re going to use it more often. Please speak out. Help protect disabled lives.

Poverty is a choice & kids shouldn’t go hungry according to Starmer defending the budget, fair But when you get to 16, he’ll remove disability benefits & make you wait until age 22. Young people out of work is “wasted potential” or “problem” “Removing incentives is a moral mission” Starmer says Ffs

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The OBR and the FT agree with DNS too: #welfare costs aren't "spiralling". UK is spending 11.1% of GDP on welfare in 2024-26, to fall to 11%, then back to 11.1%, below most of Europe and below OECD average. Rachel Reeves is manufacturing consent for cuts, so she doesn't care. Everyone else should.

Threads Rant about the CSJ think tank and right wing media punching down on poverty & welfare again According to media reports, the CSJ owned by Ian Duncan smith have said working families need to earn more as families claiming benefits are better off - I call bulls!t Us vs them again 🙄 #benefits

Creating a letter to send to a publication however the word limit is 300 words Currently at 506 Will share when I’m done Points on the budget Perspective from a disabled activist and to remind socialists especially that solidarity is not optional and to remember that the budget misses things

Moaning at Labour this morning who claim poverty is down From the perspective of a disabled activist Nuance required for their post Alt text included See below ⬇️ @teamlabouruk.bsky.social #disability #budget #activism