Did you know that sunflowers have a secret. On cloudy days when the sun is nowhere to be found, they don't keep staring at the sky. No, they actually turn toward each other and they pass light back and forth until the sun returns.Now, when I originally heard that, I thought, "What an amazing way to describe community and support." And we should be living that way. But somewhere along the way, I think we forgot. See, we keep getting sold this story that strength equals silence.You must disappear, working on ...

Core Argument - Neurodiversity, encompassing conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, represents cognitive variations that offer unique strengths and perspectives, not deficits [4][5] - Embracing neurodiversity unlocks innovation, empathy, and collective growth by challenging societal norms and redefining thriving [21] Strengths of Neurodivergent Individuals - Individuals with ADHD often generate numerous ideas, while autistic individuals excel in pattern recognition and problem-solving [5][6] - Dyslexic individuals demonstrate analytical and logical thinking, and those with OCD often perform well on language tasks [6] - People with Tourette's syndrome develop focus and adaptability, while those with dyscalculia display creativity and strategic thinking [7] - Individuals with dyspraxia are known for perseverance and problem-solving, and those with selective mutism possess observation and empathy skills [8][9] Challenges Faced by Neurodivergent Individuals - Neurodivergent individuals face daily challenges in environments designed for neurotypical people, such as sensory overload in stores or difficulty focusing in open offices [10][11][13] - Unexpected changes can cause distress, affecting confidence and social interactions [14] Creating Inclusive Environments - Providing quiet spaces, adjustable lighting, and alternative formats for instructions can reduce sensory overload and match different learning styles [15] - Alternative interview formats, flexible scheduling, and remote work options can help employees manage energy and focus [16] - Redefining productivity based on output rather than facetime and educating colleagues fosters empathy and reduces stigma [17] Benefits of Embracing Neurodiversity - Teams with neurodivergent members report greater creativity and problem-solving abilities [19] - Neurodivergent thinkers inspire transformative change across fields like technology and education [19] Key Lessons for Building an Inclusive Future - Celebrate differences as strengths, create environments accommodating diverse cognitive needs, and listen deeply to lived experiences [20]

Neurodiversity in Healthcare - The healthcare industry needs to shift its language, acceptance, and culture to empower neurodivergent clinicians [13] - The industry should create inclusive environments where neurodivergent individuals feel they belong [4][14] - The industry needs to move beyond the stigma and belief that conditions like autism or ADHD make individuals unfit to care for others [4][5] Accessibility and Inclusion - The industry should proactively create accessible environments without waiting for disclosure of disabilities [11] - Supervisors, managers, and colleagues should ask what people need to thrive and build teams that work for everyone by default [12] - When individuals disclose neurodiversity, their words should be accepted without judgment or disbelief [13] Interview and Workplace Practices - When inviting someone to an interview, the industry should provide clear expectations and ask about necessary adjustments [12] - The industry should avoid telling neurodivergent individuals that they don't "look" autistic or dyspraxic, as it invalidates their experience [13] - The industry should aim to create a system where neurodivergent healthcare professionals can show up fully, openly, and without shame [14]

We are living in the most brainforward era in human history. Just like technology is advancing exponentially, the same thing is happening with neuros scientists research on brain functioning and nervous system regulation. Yet our systems, education, workplaces, medicine are lagging behind.I'm going to take a step back for a minute. Have you ever noticed how it feels like everyone these days has some kind of diagnosis. ASD, ADHD, LDS, OCD, SPD, pick your acronym.And it's not just a feeling. In my work as a w ...

I'd like to invite all of you to close your eyes. Do it. Seriously, picture the most beautiful person you know.Maybe it's your best friend, one of your children, or for you lucky husbands out there, maybe it's your wife on their wedding day. Visualize them in as much detail as you can. their hair, the color of their eyes, the way that they laugh.You got it. Okay, open your eyes for me. Now, I'd like to show you what I see when I try to visualize well, anything.That's right. I see nothing but black. If I clo ...

[Music] [Applause] Hi, my name is George and I'm neurody divergent. Now, for some of you who don't know what that means, basically I think differently. You see, 17 years ago, I wouldn't have had the language or the audacity to stand on a stage of this magnitude and say it out loud.17 years ago was also the first time I went to therapy. I went in a room. I sat across from a stranger.She leaned back and she listened and I spilled my guts. I told her everything. She smiled.She picked up her pad. She wrote down ...

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Before I begin my story, I would like to do a simple activity with everyone in this room. Start again. >> All right.I would I want to invite everyone to stand up. I'm going to give you three statements and every time your answer to the statement is a yes. You remain standing.If it's a no, you can sit down. Okay, first statement. I am familiar with the word neurode divergent.It's a no. You may sit down. Second statement.I know someone who is a neurode divergent. Okay. And the last statement, I am a neurodyiv ...

TEDX Cabarette Dominican Republic. [Música] [Aplausos] ¿Quiénes de aquí necesitan absoluto silencio para realmente concentrarse en algo importante? Levanten la mano. Veo muchas manos levantadas. ¿Quiénes de aquí necesitan o les viene muy a bien una imagen, un pizarrón, una hoja de cuaderno con un dibujo para entender un concepto más fácilmente? Muchas manos levantadas también para habituar. ¿Quiénes de aquí se les enredan las letras? ¿Tienen dislexia diagnosticada? ADHD Asperger. En las últimas comienza a v ...