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The Moment I Realised ‘Fitting In’ Wasn’t the Goal I’ve always seen the world differently, yet for a long time, I decided to keep this quiet. I notice details others miss, taking a slower approach and often wondering, “Could this be done more logically?” Yet I rarely say it out loud, holding back, often unsure when it’s truly my place to speak. Diogenes said, “Stand a little less between me and the sun.” I relate to that deeply; I don’t seek status – just the freedom to think

Is neurodivergence a disability – or is it only treated like one? This debate continues to surface, yet many people still feel none the wiser. This blog is not about rigid definitions. It’s about people. Neurodivergent people continue to experience ableist and disablist attitudes, often simultaneously, and neither helps us to thrive. What follows is my attempt to unpick how neurodivergence is viewed, why that matters, and why choice and respect must sit at the centre of the c