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Highly Aware versus Shy or Afraid

July 30, 2021 by Tam Skye

The language we use reflects our culture. In some cultures, instead of saying somebody is too sensitive or shy, they might say the person has high levels of awareness or understanding, or that they’re reflective (Aron, 15-17).  Instead of telling somebody they are “too sensitive,” would we say “you’re too aware?” You just understand too… (—Read more—)

Filed Under: Neurodiversity, Sensory Sensitivity

Stimming and Soothing

July 18, 2021 by Tam Skye

Stimming is a natural human thing to do. We often rock a baby to offer comfort, and people enjoy sitting in rocking chairs and swings. Sometimes people will rock gently back and forth while sitting or standing.  Other ways people stim are jiggling a foot, twirling hair, clicking a pen, or drumming their fingers on… (—Read more—)

Filed Under: Autism, Neurodiversity, Sensory Sensitivity

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