BZBrainz

BZBrainz, 3 months ago (edited 2 months ago) to books

@bookstodon @bookwyrm
If you read large print or dyslexic font paperback books do you prefer this to be indicated on the cover (say on a banner at the top) to help you identify the accommodation?

I compiled a quick poll based on different perspectives I've read.

➡️ Please consider sharing to help me reach more readers.

#books #bookstodon #largeprint #dyslexia #dyslexic

BZBrainz, 6 months ago to Autism

Late-Identified #AuDHD A Starter Workbook—beginner's tool for adults—has been out for 6 months! Check it out, & if you already have, consider leaving a review. Thank you!

✅ Do you suspect you have #autism spectrum disorder (#ASD) & attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (#adhd )

✅ Are you still trying to identify your traits & describe your experiences to access support?

➡️ https://books2read.com/audhd

@audhd @Adhdinos @actuallyautistic #actuallyautistic

BZBrainz, 9 months ago to actuallyautistic

I was privy to an interesting convo today on different people’s complex feelings around the term #neuropsicy vs #neurodivergent. I know people who passionately prefer one, both, or an alternative non-medical umbrella term to describe their unique neurotype when not using specific language from medical books or the DSM-5.

Please note, I am not using these as synonyms for ADHD/ASD—I am tagging groups I belong to & enjoy engaging with. @actuallyautistic @Adhdinos

BZBrainz, 11 months ago to ADHD

@audhd @actuallyautistic
My brain picked a motto this week as I applied for a temporary out-of-state job and considered formalizing the first draft of my next workbook. I don’t know where I heard it from, but I’ve been telling myself, “DO BIG BRAVE THINGS.” My rigid need for sameness is always at odds with a restless desire for adventure. #actuallyautistic #audhd #adhd #autism #autisticadult

BZBrainz, 4 months ago to ADHD

@Adhdinos @actuallyautistic

I am working on a revised cover for Late-Identified AuDHD: A Beginner's Workbook (retitled 2nd edition). I've been repeatedly advised that using a dyslexic-friendly font in my work is unprofessional. Well, I am a professional with dyslexia... and the use of dyslexia-friendly fonts is a professional choice. Hard line.

#dyslexia #dyslexic #adhd #audhd #actuallyautistic #neurodivergent #LateIdentifiedAuDHD #autism #autistic

BZBrainz, 1 year ago to actuallyautistic

@actuallyautistic

I find the conversation around autism awareness versus autism acceptance interesting. I'm still mulling it over, trying to understand why they are presented as opposing views. I feel like awareness is at one end of the continuum, with acceptance on the other. You do not always have to understand something to respect it, but you need to know it exists to accept and appreciate it with intention. Do you have any thoughts on this? #audhd #autistic #autism

BZBrainz, 6 months ago to ADHD

@Adhdinos @actuallyautistic

My writing is a blend of typing and dictating—typing at my 8-year-old Mac when I need to be lost in music, zoomy thumbs while drowning in crowded spaces, and dictating to my phone when I am too restless to hold still. Chronic pain and competing #AuDHD needs heavily influence how I choose to write. #actuallyautistic #adhd

BZBrainz, 6 months ago to food

Tis the season when communal meals stop being texturally sound for me. Chief offenders being stuffing, mashed potatoes, and creative liberties taking with jello…
#autistic #actuallyautistic #autist #audhd #food
@actuallyautistic @audhd

BZBrainz, 5 months ago to actuallyautistic

@actuallyautistic
At work, we had a designated quiet space. Today I learned they reverted it back to a conference room though we have many, mostly unused. It was an emergency decompression space. When I spoke up about this loss, I was told, “If someone has a problem with bells & whistles they probably don’t belong in a hospital.” They didn’t realize it was me. “Of course you belong here—you’ve been here forever—we all have to suck it up. We’re all burned out.” #autistic #burnout #audhd

BZBrainz, 6 months ago to ADHD

I’m at #indieauthor conference this week. Someone laid out infinity pins with a nice unsigned note. Thank you!

Conferences can be difficult for me though I keep coming back to try. Every year I get a little better at it and a lot more comfortable with the environment (though I’ll admit to retracting back into my room between many panels). I’ve support and made a few good friends over the last few years around a mutual passion. @audhd @actuallyautistic #autistic #audhd #adhd

BZBrainz, 1 year ago to writingcommunity

@writingcommunity @bookstodon
I’m so disappointed in D2D’s (Draft 2 Digital) response to my request to upload a large print paperback. It’s very similar to Amazon’s. #author #largeprint #draft2digital #PrintOnDemand #audhd

BZBrainz, 6 months ago to actuallyautistic

@actuallyautistic @audhd
I struggle with spontaneous, two-way personal conversations in person and online with people I don't know well and share strong interests with. I'm more likely to read/watch conversation threads on social media than actively participate unless it touches on something I know well. Often I wait too long processing and feel like I miss my opportunity to contribute. I wish that writing opened up this ability to volley! #actuallyautistic #autistic

BZBrainz, 6 months ago (edited 6 months ago) to random

As a kid, I used to tell people, “I can’t do things too many times in a row.” I decided 2 days in a row was the most I could do any one pleasant or enjoyable extra thing—play a game? Get my favorite particular DQ treat? Somewhere past that threshold was routine & meltdowns if I could not have the same everyday or if I had too much fun. My current personal work is identifying maladaptive coping strategies for meltdown management or prevention. #actuallyautistic @actuallyautistic #AuDHD

BZBrainz, 6 months ago to ADHD

Las Vegas is a nightmare and a pleasure for me—competing sensory needs. When it’s overwhelming, it’s unbearable with sound and smells and touching and social challenges—I’m more prone to shutdown and meltdown. And yet, I love the lights and creativity and interesting activities and walking. I love meeting my friends here for learning, socializing around a shared activity, and experiencing the environment. #autistic #adhd #audhd @actuallyautistic @audhd

BZBrainz, 3 months ago to actuallyautistic

@actuallyautistic

My spouse delights me. I've been rumbling this week as we get ready for a move and swamped by shame for my reactions—I hate feeling out of control.

They gave me a gift. I did not respond to the gift, felt awful for not acknowledging it, and then excessively apologized.

Spouse: "I never expect you to be excited about chocolate. If it were an appropriately shaped Reese's, that would be a whole different story."
#autistic #actuallyautistic #audhd #AuDHDcouple

BZBrainz, 11 months ago to queer

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ I’m 37 years old and this year will be my 20th anniversary with my spouse. We are an odd couple, both diagnosed #AuDHD a collage of overlapping special interests, a drive to keep learning to communicate, competing sensory needs, and a deep love for each other. I will always believe it’s our direct communication, love of learning, and love of play that is the glue in our relationship. @actuallyautistic @lgbtqia

#queer #queercouple #pride #pridemonth

BZBrainz, 5 months ago to actuallyautistic

@actuallyautistic @Adhdinos

Lawful in public, chaotic when I feel safe. 😂

BZBrainz, 3 months ago to Autism

Autistics can be extroverts. There are extroverted autistics. Social-emotional reciprocity or social communication “deficits” sometimes outshine the deep need for social connection. Never assume because someone is autistic that they aren’t revitalized by social events or don’t love to socialize.
@actuallyautistic #audhd #actuallyautistic #autism #autistic #LateIdentifiedAuDHD

BZBrainz, 11 months ago (edited 11 months ago) to Autism

@actuallyautistic @audhd
@magicalgrrrl That reminds me of the time I was asked by a therapist in a group setting, “have you tried not being depressed?” This is now a dark inside joke between me and a few of my friends. #CPTSD #autism #audhd #autistic #adhd

BZBrainz, 10 months ago to Autism

@audhd @actuallyautistic

Let’s exchange coping strategies! Even positive stressors can increase meltdowns, shutdowns, etc.

❇️ What do you do when you have a very big change coming to your life that you want?

I’ll share mine as a comment soon. #autism #autistic #audhd #actuallyautistic

BZBrainz, 10 months ago to ADHD

@audhd I got a surprise today! There are real people out there who have signed up for my Low-Spoonz Newsletter off of www.BZBrainz.com after my April release. I have not yet sent out a newsletter, but I will within Quarter 3. It's titled the "Low-Spoonz Newsletter" for a good reason! You won't hear from me often, only if I have something to share and as I have spoons to share them. #chronicallyill #actuallyautistic #adhd #spoons #spoontheory

BZBrainz, 5 months ago to ADHD

I’ve never been a big user of a Twitter—thank you to my friend for sending this my way. 🤣 #adhd @Adhdinos @audhd

BZBrainz, 5 months ago to ADHD

@Adhdinos @audhd
“I had zoomies."

"You can't say that. That's language they use to describe hyperactive dogs."

"I'm unbothered. I'm using it to describe myself as an intermittently hyperactive person."
#audhd #adhd

BZBrainz, 1 month ago to DnD

Finally! I have always wanted to play #Dungeonsanddragons. At 37 years old, a DM took me and a couple other people who have never played #DnD, and showed us the basics. I had so much fun and have a million questions and can’t wait to play again. Thank you to all DM who have the heart and patience to reach out and teach your peers. #audhd