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The Six Sensory Cravings: How to Recognize and Support Them at Home

Lisa Hicks

Nov 205 min read

The Six Sensory Cravings: How to Recognize and Support Them at Home

Understanding our sensory needs is the first step to long term self-care and emotional regulation.

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Engaging with Your Emotions: A Practical Guide

Lisa Hicks

Aug 15 min read

Engaging with Your Emotions: A Practical Guide

For many ADHD & autistic individuals, understanding and engaging with emotions can be challenging, especially if you experience...

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Understanding the Connection Between Flexible Joints and Neurodivergent Conditions: ADHD and Autism

Lisa Hicks

Jul 235 min read

Understanding the Connection Between Flexible Joints and Neurodivergent Conditions: ADHD and Autism

Have you ever met someone who can bend their fingers or other joints more than usual? This condition is known as hypermobility, which...

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Lisa Hicks

Jul 164 min read

What is a Neuroaffirming Retreat?

What can you expect from a Neuroaffirming Retreat?

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Lisa Hicks

Jul 157 min read

5 Books that Changed my Perspective

TL;DR: I often struggle to read self-help books. A lot of the time I find them tedious, long-winded and difficult to get through. Not to...

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Lisa Hicks

Jun 274 min read

SCHOOL'S OUT - Now What?

TL;DR: Summer break can be both a blessing and a curse when you have neurodivergent children and/or when you are ND yourself. Everyone...

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Lisa Hicks

Dec 29, 20235 min read

A heartfelt "THANK YOU"

TL;DR: Lisa spent the year recovering from intense Autistic/ADHD burnout. This included slowing the F*CK down, doing a boatload of...

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The Real History of Thanksgiving in Canada: A Tale of Colonization, and Indigenous Origin

Lisa Hicks

Oct 6, 20236 min read

The Real History of Thanksgiving in Canada: A Tale of Colonization, and Indigenous Origin

TL;DR: This blog post explores the true history of Thanksgiving in Canada, revealing how European colonizers adopted Indigenous...

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Navigating the Path to an ADHD Diagnosis: A Step-by-Step Guide

Lisa Hicks

Aug 31, 20235 min read

Navigating the Path to an ADHD Diagnosis: A Step-by-Step Guide

A question I get asked the most: How do you go about getting an ADHD diagnosis? The challenge with this question is that there is no ONE...

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The After-School "Crash": Unmasking the Fatigue Kids Experience

Lisa Hicks

Aug 22, 20235 min read

The After-School "Crash": Unmasking the Fatigue Kids Experience

The end of summer is approaching and many of our kiddos are heading back to school (at least, here in Canada). This time every year I...

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Embracing Positive Parenting for Happy, Confident Kids

Lisa Hicks

Jul 31, 20235 min read

Embracing Positive Parenting for Happy, Confident Kids

AUTHOR'S NOTE: You are not alone if you find yourself resorting to shame in parenting. As I confess below, I've faced the same challenge,...

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Understanding the Similarities and Differences Between ADHD and Autism

Lisa Hicks

Jul 19, 20235 min read

Understanding the Similarities and Differences Between ADHD and Autism

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are two neurodevelopmental conditions that can affect...

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Tips for Embracing a Low-Demand Lifestyle

Lisa Hicks

Jul 17, 20234 min read

Tips for Embracing a Low-Demand Lifestyle

Living in a fast-paced, high-demand world can be overwhelming for anyone, but for neurodivergent individuals, the challenges can be even...

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Lisa Hicks

Jul 15, 20235 min read

Understanding the PDA Profile of Autism and Its Impact on Everyday Life

Autism, a neurodevelopmental disorder, is a broad spectrum condition that affects individuals in diverse ways. While many people are...

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Creating an Inclusive Workplace: Accommodations for Individuals with ADHD

Lisa Hicks

Jul 15, 20234 min read

Creating an Inclusive Workplace: Accommodations for Individuals with ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that can present unique challenges in the workplace....

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Unveiling the Reality: ADHD as a Legitimate Disability with Unique Abilities

Lisa Hicks

Jul 14, 20233 min read

Unveiling the Reality: ADHD as a Legitimate Disability with Unique Abilities

ADHD, short for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a condition that encompasses both challenges and distinct strengths. Despite...

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Embracing the Quirks: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria and its Dance with ADHD

Lisa Hicks

Jul 14, 20233 min read

Embracing the Quirks: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria and its Dance with ADHD

Let's explore a fascinating phenomenon that often plays hide-and-seek with ADHD, known as Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD). Buckle...

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