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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

Me, having a little dance round the kitchen while lunch is cooking. Husband: Are you ok? Me: Yes, why? *doing a little jig* Husband: I just thought you were falling over. #Dyspraxia #Coordination #DontGiveUpTheDayJob

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

Please take this offering of snoot boops as we leave 2024 behind us (don’t let the door hit you on your way out), and lurch our way into 2025. Good luck to you all as we try to get back to ‘normal’ (whatever that may be) after the festive period. #NeurodivergentCommunity #SnootBoops

Image of a very close up photo of Geoff the cat, who is a grey and white tabby. His nose is pink with a black outline, and is very close to the camera. You can also see his little mouth, one green eye, and part of an ear. Text reads ‘An offering of snoot boops’.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

Finding out that I’m autistic has been the best thing that ever happened for my mental health. It helps me to celebrate and appreciate many aspects of myself, while recognising (and understanding why) I can find life a struggle sometimes. #LateDiagnosedAutistic #NeurodivergentCommunity

Text reads: ‘I am autistic’ is the kindest thing I’ve ever said to myself.
It is my love song, my reason and my light.
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In the background is a photo of the Northern lights in a cloudy sky. They are the brightest of bright pink, with a purple sky and a few stars behind them.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Here’s to another year. I hope 2025 brings you some peace and kindness. #NeurodivergentCommunity #2025

Drawing of a heart made up of hearts, stars, peace signs and swirls in many pretty colours. The background is green and scattered with red and pink hearts. Text reads ‘I hope this year brings you peace and kindness’.

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Libby 🎃Stink Gourd🎃 @libbystigaard.bsky.social · 07/11/2024

My phone just auto corrected "trauma dumping" to "trauma dumpling," so I painted this in case anyone would like a visual of my mental state. How's everyone else doing?

A small watercolor painting of a horrified looking cartoon dumpling.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 26/12/2024

Well we’re headed into that weird no-man’s land of existence where we have no idea what time, day or even year it is (with possibly a nagging urge to eat cheese). Being out of routine can be very discombobulating, so try to be kind to yourself if you can!

Image of a swirling galaxy. A skydiver is falling into it holding a block of cheese. Text reads: ‘Me, heading into the week between Christmas and New Year with no concept of space or time’.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 24/12/2024

You don’t have to jingle all the way!

Image of a sleeping koala wearing a Santa hat and drooling slightly. Text reads ‘I might just jingle some of the way…. I’m tired’.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 22/12/2024

If you celebrate Christmas, good luck for the week ahead. We can do this!! #NeurodivergentCommunity #ActuallyAutistic

Image of a sleepy sloth surrounded by snowflakes, and wearing a Santa hat.
Text reads ‘Merry Slothmas!’

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 22/12/2024

It’s that time of year again when cats just love to help!

Title reads: Time Spent Wrapping Presents (Feline Edition). There is an image of a black cat tangled up in Christmas lights. Underneath is a pie chart:
-Smallest section is: Actually wrapping presents.
-3 equal sections: Wondering where I hid the presents; finding the end of the scotch tape; looking for the scissors I just used.
-The biggest chunk (almost half of the chart) is: Moving the cat.]

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edenstein ˚꩜｡ @beepzelbub.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

the autistic feel of feeling like a child and an adult at the same time mentally. idk how to properly express the feeling, i hope it makes sense :c

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Jonathan Edward Durham @thisone0verhere.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

I don't think I want a new year this time around, I want a gently used year like a 2015 or maybe a 1998 if it's in good shape idk

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

I am autistic. I don’t have superpowers. I’m not a genius. I’m just a person trying to find my way in the world. #NeurodivergentCommunity #LateDiagnosedAutistic

A galaxy background with shimmering purples, pinks, blues and oranges. Inside a light blue textbook are the words: ‘I am autistic.
I don’t have superpowers.
I’m not a genius.
I’m just a person trying to find my way in the world.’

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

Wowzers!! What a sunset!! Photo taken: North Yorkshire, UK, 15/12/24 #glimmers #sunset #nature

Photos of a very vibrant sunset. The sky looks like it is on fire with orange glow, but there are also some rolling black clouds. On the horizon there are shades of blue and green in the sky, as well as a line of silhouetted trees and buildings.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

It isn't picky eating It isn't attention seeking It isn't 'bad parenting' It isn't a choice #ARFID #AvoidantRestrictiveFoodIntakeDisorder #NotJustPickyEating

It isn't picky eating
It isn't attention seeking
It isn't 'bad parenting'
It isn't a choice

Please be kind this Christmas. If you will be seeing someone who struggles to eat, please be aware of the impact your words may have on them (and their parents/carers)

For someone with ARFID or sensory issues around food, the festive season can be an extremely challenging time.

Even food which would usually be a 'safe' food can be difficult to eat in a busy or unfamiliar environment.

Your kindness and understanding could be the difference between a good or a bad day.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

You never know whose sky you are lighting up, simply by being yourself. #LateDiagnosedAutistic #NeurodivergentCommunity

Image of a dark forest. In the background are the Northern Lights in vibrant shades of pink, purple and green, as well as sparkly stars.
Text reads ‘You never know whose sky you are lighting up, simply by being yourself’.

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The Daily Tism @thedailytism.com · 09/12/2024

“Oh no you fucking don’t. Seriously, you tosspot, you’re not one of us and we wouldn’t want you even if you were. Step one foot on our lovely spectrum and we’ll yeet you directly into the sun.” thedailytism.com/autistics-to...

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Autistics to Boris Johnson: don’t even fucking think about it

Autistic people have issued a statement explaining to Boris Johnson that autism does not cause you to become a compulsively lying, law-breaking, nation-wrecking cunt. The statement encourages Johnson ...

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Pete Wharmby @petewharmby.com · 09/12/2024

The relentless gaslighting of autistic experience

Edward the Blue Engine looking sad, with the caption 'when someone yet again tells you that actually it's not too hot in here at all, and to stop being silly'

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

If I go quiet with friends, it isn’t because I’m off doing loads of lovely and exciting stuff. It’s usually because I’m exhausted and burned out. I find it really hard to keep in touch, because that would mean admitting I’m not ok. I’m often just doing my best to keep my head above water.

Picture of a red book entitled ‘I’m not ignoring you, I’m just burned out. An autobiography.’ In the background is a wavy rainbow and sparkling stars.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

Christmas can be a really challenging time for someone with ARFID. If you, or someone you know, has ARFID, do you have any advice to help get through the festive season? #ARFID #NotJustPickyEating #NeurodivergentCommunity

ARFID – Christmas edition
-ARFID stands for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
-Christmas can be a very challenging time for someone with ARFID as so much of the celebration revolves around food.
-People with ARFID are unable to eat certain foods, and may be extremely limited in what they can eat, or in how much they can eat.
-'If they are hungry enough they will eat' is not the case for someone with ARFID. They CAN’T eat a food which is not one of their ‘safe’ foods (and may still struggle with safe foods).

Supporting someone with ARFID at Christmas
-Sitting at a table with family surrounded by food they can't eat can be massively upsetting for someone with ARFID.
-Don’t make them eat with the whole family if they don’t want to.
-Try to let go of the 'shoulds', and make some new family traditions.
-Find other things to do together that don't involve food.
- Consider having more informal eating arrangements which include 'safe' foods.

Supporting someone with ARFID at Christmas:
-Remember that having visitors or being away from home can add to eating stress
-Try to be aware of other things which may trigger stress at Christmas. Try to let them have as much control over their day as possible.
-If possible, speak to the person with ARFID and see what they would like to do, as long as this isn’t triggering for them.
-Don’t be upset if agreed plans change on the day. Try to relax and go with the flow.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

Introducing Geoff. If you follow me you will probably see a lot of him. Sometimes he’s the sweetest and most loving boy. Sometimes he is a monster. Sometimes he loses his single brain cell. Highly food motivated. He is pretty and he knows it.

Photo of Geoff the cat who is relaxing on a dark blue blanket. He has one paw stretched out towards the camera.Geoff is a grey and white tabby. He is mainly grey but has white socks and a white chest. He has a pink nose, green eyes and really long white whiskers.

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

Me who has ALL THE THOUGHTS and who likes to write ALL THE WORDS - how am I supposed to write everything into 300 characters?? How do people do it??

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

A quick intro! I'm Julie, I'm autistic and I'm in the UK. I'm 50 these days but was only diagnosed at 47. Knowing I'm autistic has changed my life. I'm no 'expert' (who is?!) but I like to share my thoughts and experiences and hope they help others, and that we can try to support each other.

Photo of a middle aged white woman with longish silver and lilac hair. I have dark eyes and freckles, and I'm kind of half smiling. Behind me is a shower curtain which has a picture of a kitten holding a trident on it.

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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar) @autisticrealms.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

💜🌟🌈 My neuro-affirming starter pack includes a collection of wonderful individuals and organizations dedicated to supporting autistic individuals and effecting positive change. Please follow and share. 💜🌟🌈 go.bsky.app/9N5UEUC

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Spectrum Sloth @spectrumsloth.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

No idea how to use this BlueSky malarkey so what better thing to start with than a pink/purple/green sky?! Please feel free to stop by to say hello 😁 (Photo taken 10 May 2024, North Yorkshire, UK)

Photo of the Northern Lights. There is the black silhouette of trees with a band of bright green quite low down, and pinky purple lights further up.

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