Life with invisible disabilities but full of opportunities. Mental health, autism, ADHD
15 May 2022 1 minute read 0 comments valo
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by problems with focus, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. People with ADHD often have a harder time paying attention in class or completing tasks a...
14 May 2022 3 minute read 0 comments valo
You do not need to be gifted An abstract artwork I created using Flamelet. Art, in its many forms, is an excellent way of letting go of stress. It can be a form of self-expression, self-discovery, or simply a way to spend some time experimenting...
12 May 2022 1 minute read 0 comments valo
A bullseye hit is a piece of cake… right? (Photo by icon0.com from Pexels) There is a fine line between being encouraged in a supportive manner and consistently hearing others’ expectations of you. Sometimes friends or loved ones belie...
11 May 2022 4 minute read 2 comments valo
A story about quantum computers, flowers and autism Begonias are beautiful house plants blooming in various colours. (Photo: Pixabay) Are you aware of this? Awareness implies that you are familiar with the existence of something. It might be a commo...
10 May 2022 1 minute read 0 comments valo
No, it is not attention-seeking A mental breakdown can be a terrifying experience. It can feel like you are losing control of your mind and body. You may feel overwhelmed, scared, or out of control. A mental breakdown can lead to intense feeli...
9 May 2022 2 minute read 0 comments valo
Take your time and explore yourself Feeling trapped and stuck is a common state in the stressful world we live in. (Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash) A week ago, I decided to start blogging about topics that interest me and such that have b...
8 May 2022 2 minute read 0 comments valo
No, it is not a disease that needs a cure In my recent posts about neurodiversity, I mentioned autism. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that carries a negative connotation, though many of the typical traits are signific...
7 May 2022 1 minute read 0 comments valo
I want it all now! Everybody does. I want all my dreams to come true! Right now, in this very moment. I will use my magic wand, and my life will become perfect. Too bad, maybe somebody read too many fairy tales or played too many computer games. Life...
6 May 2022 2 minute read 0 comments valo
You do not need special tools or knowledge to understand yourself better. (Photo by Maurício Mascaro from Pexels) Art in its many forms is an excellent way of letting go of stress. I find that listening to music, painting, handcrafting or doin...
4 May 2022 2 minute read 0 comments valo
Our lives are intricately connected and we affect each other more than we realise. In developed countries we often speak about freedom and claim to be able to express ourselves aloud, state our opinions, and make decisions for ourselves… but is this...
