I am one of us who doesn't have a lot of language to use, @patrick, so I really appreciate those of you who do have the ability to use your language for the good of all of us. I also see the privilege I have but struggle to help others advocate for themselves since my public language is so fleeting. I wish I knew how to be a better advocate without needing to use my spoken words.
I appreciate and thank you for your continued substack
The system is deeply flawed and broken, my friend. I appreciate this post but yeah, it’s hella frustrating to not be the “acceptable AuDHDer” or the “preferred,” but…I forgot the point I was attempting to make. 💀😅 Bottom line: Awareness really isn’t enough. It’s time for actual action and that’s a key reason I haven’t made neurodivergence “my brand” despite it very much being my identity because who’s going to actually recognize AND pay me for the pattern recognition, taste, and fullness of me? So much frustration to contend with a disability while knowing you’re still more than capable to actually do the things but how and who?
I am one of us who doesn't have a lot of language to use, @patrick, so I really appreciate those of you who do have the ability to use your language for the good of all of us. I also see the privilege I have but struggle to help others advocate for themselves since my public language is so fleeting. I wish I knew how to be a better advocate without needing to use my spoken words.
I appreciate and thank you for your continued substack
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The system is deeply flawed and broken, my friend. I appreciate this post but yeah, it’s hella frustrating to not be the “acceptable AuDHDer” or the “preferred,” but…I forgot the point I was attempting to make. 💀😅 Bottom line: Awareness really isn’t enough. It’s time for actual action and that’s a key reason I haven’t made neurodivergence “my brand” despite it very much being my identity because who’s going to actually recognize AND pay me for the pattern recognition, taste, and fullness of me? So much frustration to contend with a disability while knowing you’re still more than capable to actually do the things but how and who?
And it is definitely a challenge to navigate while dealing with what society deems acceptable, palatable, or what they are willing to support