I've just started experimenting with the Oura Ring to see if it can help me with pacing. This first article introduces why I’m trying it out and what I hope to gain. I’ll share more soon. #OuraRing #Pacing #ChronicIllness #Neurodivergent #EnergyManagement #SelfCare #ChronicFatigue #ADHD #Autism

I can get on board with this 👌 #Wellbeing #selfcare #happiness #hobbies www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/health/a6...

Late diagnosis life: apparently I’ve had hEDS (Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome) this whole time, not just fibromyalgia. Throw in #dysautonomia & #MCAS and my body’s basically glitching like an old computer. #hEDS #ChronicPain #Disability #Neurodivergent #SpoonieLife #EhlersDanlos #ChronicIllness

Curious about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)? It’s a set of genetic disorders that weakens the body’s connective tissues, affecting everything from joint mobility to skin elasticity. Check out our video for more insight. #EhlersDanlos #Hypermobility #ChronicPain #ChronicIllness #Neurodivergent

Neurodivergent women are incredibly resilient, even when we misplace our keys! Grit Happens!💪✨ vikkyleaney.substack.com/p/grit-happens #Neurodi#Neurodiversitye#Resiliencer#Empowermenta#gritd#angeladuckworthn#adhdi#neurodivergent

Today is #InternationalHappinessDay, and I’ve written a love letter to the messy, unconventional, glorious joy of life as a neurodivergent, chronically ill woman. Spoiler: happiness doesn’t always look like a stock photo. #Neurodivergent #ChronicIllness #ADHD #Neurodiversity #ChronicPain #Autism

5 books that can make us feel hopeful. Let's face it, we could all do with a bit of hope right now. #books #hope #wellbeing #mentalhealth

This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Read my article on empowering Neurodivergent Women to Self-Advocate. #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityWeek #NDW

Starmer urged to introduce wealth tax instead of cutting disability benefits – UK politics live

The celebrity chef’s story sheds light on the hidden dangers of bipolar disorder.

Living with chronic illness while parenting a neurodivergent child is overwhelming, all consuming and identity shattering. #chronicillness #neurodivergent #parenting #autism #adhd #chronicpain

Vaccinate your children! There are parents around the world who would do ANYTHING to even have the option to vaccinate their children. Measles kills. #measles #vaccination #parenting

Do you get lost in your own thoughts? Always leaving early to only be late again? Time Blindness explained. #adhd #timeblindness #neurodivergent

“Before jumping into a new chapter, review your #values. Make sure your #decisions reflect what’s most important to you, or you may find yourself #unhappy even in the midst of success”: buff.ly/4gL86IB #SelfIdentity #success By MargarethaMontagu

As a neurodivergent woman with chronic pain, I often find clothes uncomfortable. This amazing woman with ADHD adapts clothing for neurodivergent shoppers. #neurodivergent #adhd #clothing

Starmer must choose between Europe & the US, writes Labour MP @labourlewis.bsky.social Failing to do so is "dangerously misguided" Europe is a "distinctly more compatible" partner, whereas the US right now is "ugly, authoritarian, proto-fascism" "A bridge between continents is no longer viable"

Chronic pain isn’t just discomfort—it’s exhaustion, unpredictability, and a daily battle to function. In my latest piece, I share my experience of living with fibromyalgia and the coping strategies that help me keep going. #ChronicPain #Fibromyalgia #women #chronicillness #neurodivergent

My 9-year-old autistic daughter found an anonymous letter mocking her love of animals—her special interest. Subtle bullying is real, and autistic kids are especially vulnerable. Here's how I'm handling it & how we can support neurodivergent children. #Autism #Bullying #discrimination

How comparing ourselves to the wrong people can make us feel a whole lot worse. #neurodivergent #chronicillness #socialcomparison

Parenting a neurodivergent child while also being neurodivergent yourself is hard work. #neurodivergent #parenting #autism #adhd

Like he'd concede an inch!! This can only be likened to blaming a rape victim for wearing revealing clothing. #ukraine #trump #russia

How hormones make ADHD so much worse. Puberty, pregrancy, perimenopause and PMDD. Women have a raw deal. #adhd #hormones #Women #pmdd #mentalhealth

I open up about being a secret eater and how it differs from comfort eating. Binge eating disorder is common in women with ADHD. #bingeeating #adhd #eatingdisorder #mentalhealth

Alesha Dixon cites authenticity, self-acceptance and exercise as her most powerful values. Yep, I'm with you! Just need to work on the last one a bit more 🏋️ #authenticity #selfacceptance #wellbeing #mentalhealth #aleshadixon #womenshealth

Gossip is one of the ways we bond with others and spread information. It is the intention of the 'gossip' that makes the difference. Gossip doesn't have to be malicious. #gossip #socialinteraction #socialrelationships #wellbeing

I can totally relate. A late diagnosis of ADHD or/and autism takes more of a toll due to feeling defective most of your life. #adhd #neurodivergence #autism #mentalhealth

Just when I think things are getting better for #neurodivergent peeps, a bigoted idiot is elected to wash it all away. #DEI #neurodivergence #adhd #autism #AuADHD #equality

Three Israeli civilian hostages, including the husband of a British woman, have been released by Hamas in Gaza under the ceasefire agreement. Eli Sharabi, whose wife and two daughters were killed during the October 7 attacks, was freed along with Ohad Ben Ami and Or Levy on Saturday morning

British psychiatrist talks about link between ADHD and hypermobility and other physical conditions. #adhd #hypermobility #mentalhealth #jameskustow

Discover the incredible healing power of pets! These furry companions can improve mental health, reduce stress, and even boost our physical wellbeing. Let's celebrate the joy and comfort they bring into our lives. 🐾 #wellbeing #selfcare #selfcompassion #pettherapy #neurodivergence #autism

I am really struggling with keeping up with housework due to ADHD and fibromyalgia. My therapist has recommended that I think about environmental design. So today's fixation is researching to make our home neurodivergent friendly. #neurodivergent #adhd #adhdfriendly #fibromyalgia #mentalhealth

EXPLAINER: So just what is a "special government employee?" The White House says that's the job now held by Musk, the world's richest man as he radically reworks the federal government. Criminal conflict of interest law applies? Loopholes? Read it and be informed. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/05/u...

The life and death of Jen Bridges-Chalkley: why did a 17-year-old die waiting for NHS therapy?

Explore new horizons in mental health by understanding the root causes of disorders. By revising causation, we can expand treatment options and revolutionise care. Let's rethink mental illness for better outcomes. #MentalHealth #PsychologyToday #mentalhealthmatters

Amazing article about the American healthcare system from someone who has worked on the inside. #healthcare #usahealthcare #healthcaresystem #healthinequality #injustice

Audio books are great for ADHD as you don't have to concentrate on the page and they are super helpful for chronic illness when you literally can't focus on a page. #audiobooks #books #adhd #chronicillness

How Trump’s judges can kill democracy.

Almost half of Gen-Z travellers aged 18 to 27 worry about the environmental impact of their holidays, compared with fewer than a third of over-60s, according to a new survey ⬇️

A mysterious chronic pain condition that mostly affects women. Extreme fatigue, stomach pains and migraines. It definitely isn't 'all in my head'. #fibromyalgia #chronicillness #chronicpain #chronicfatigue #womenshealth

Think Trumpism couldn't take root and flourish in Britain? Think again | John Harris

Lessons of self-acceptance, resilience and self-worth. #wellbeing #mentalhealth #selfcare

Ofsted overhaul for English schools to be put out for public consultation

The benefits of writing for your mental health. This can be journaling, writing poems or merely writing lists. #wellbeing #mentalhealth #writing #therapeuticwriting

Interesting article about the difference between self-care and self-comfort. #selfcare #wellbeing #mentalhealth #happiful

Inequality in the job market is still problematic, according to leading UK women’s charity. #genderequality #women

I spent years being dismissed by medical professionals before discovering I had #fibromyalgia. Now I’m learning to pace myself, embrace self-care, and connect with others who understand. Women with ADHD may be more prone to fibro—so let’s stand together. #ChronicPain #FibroAwareness #mentalhealth

Are you a #neurodivergent woman who’s mastered the art of dodging demands or scrolling instead of starting? Let’s talk #PDA vs. ADHD #procrastination! From reframing tasks to celebrating every small win—tune in for a playful guide to embracing your brain’s unique superpowers.

The cost of living crisis continues to hit disabled women hardest. Intersectional #Feminism must address financial barriers that worsen chronic conditions and mental health struggles. #CostOfLiving #DisabilityJustice

Why blogging is my therapy. #mentalhealth #selfcare #wellbeing #writing

‘Knitting is a lifeline’: young people turn to craft to cast off gloom