It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Here are a few thoughts from MindTHNR ❤️
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Contributions from Staff at Mind THNR:
“I was recently diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 33, and it feels like I’m finally starting to understand myself, after years of struggling with my mental health. I’ve always been intelligent, but felt like I haven’t reached my full potential, and pushed myself very hard just to keep up with everyone else. But learning how my brain works and how it’s wired is starting to help me see how to work with my brain, rather than against it. And it gives me hope that life can maybe feel easier going forwards!” Daniela
“I’m Suzanna, I work at Mind, and I have ADHD. I began to suspect a couple of years ago and I recently got the diagnosis confirmed. For me, part of ADHD is that my mouth is faster than my head. Even in a serious moment I might find myself blurting out something inappropriate – like making a fart joke in a meeting. I don’t want to upset anyone or come across as rude or immature, but sometimes the joke is all I can think about. Since my diagnosis I’ve learned more about how ADHD works and where these behaviours come from. I know the way I am isn’t my choice, so I don’t feel ashamed and guilty. Instead of putting blame, I look for solutions. It’s made my life much lighter.”
“One of the things we long for most as humans is to understand one another. This process involves identifying an emotion or thought and using language and communication to convey that emotion or thought to the other person so that they understand it. Being neurodivergent has given me communication skills, curiosity and an advanced analytical ability that has always helped me to convey that emotion or thought in the best possible way.” Laia
“I am proud of my difference and creativity. I directly attribute this to being neurodivergent. That and my intersectional experience. My mum was most likely the same, and the bravest, courageous hard working person I have met – my guide to principles. Not afraid to be direct, non-judgmental and honest. Something we can all learn from.” Leilah
Posted on: 30th March 2026