Tag: regulation
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Stimming: Why self-stimulating behavior is essential for our nervous system
Snapping fingers, tapping their foot in a rhythmic way, or making repetitive sounds. These behaviors can be part of stimming, which stands for self-stimulatory behavior. But what exactly does stimming mean, and why is it so important for neurodivergent people, such as those with autism or ADHD? Stimming describes repetitive movements or sounds that help…
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Lack of drive: Why our perception exhausts us – and how you can counteract it
Do you know the feeling? You want to get something done, maybe you even have a thousand things on your mind – but your body isn’t cooperating. Instead of getting started, you feel tired and listless, as if you’ve been dragging heavy boxes for hours. You wonder, “Why am I so listless even though I’ve…
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Hyperactivity: How movement, blood sugar and society shape our understanding
The diagnosis “hyperactive” is quickly made – but what does it mean? It’s a daily struggle for many parents: the child’s energy seems boundless, concentration fleeting, and at times this energy erupts in the form of tantrums. Hyperactivity is often visible, especially in children with ADHD, and can be challenging for those around them. But…
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Do Your Thing: Personal Development for Unique Minds
Neurodivergent Individuals and Personal Development Many neurodivergent people engage more intensely with personal development—and not because it’s trendy. For them, a deeper understanding of their personality is often a necessary strategy for navigating a world built around neurotypical standards and expectations. Whether you’re neurodivergent yourself or simply want a better understanding of how personal development…
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Regulating Emotions – A Path to Greater Inner Balance
In moments when emotions are running high or waves of overwhelm are surging up out of nowhere, you may wonder: How do I learn to better regulate my emotions? And what exactly does that mean? If you feel that you can’t control your reactions in such situations, you’re not alone. Emotions have a deeper, often…
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Hypersensitivity: symptoms, differences and how to deal with them in everyday life
You were probably looking for “hypersensitivity” because you or someone around you is having a hard time with stimuli such as sounds, light or touch. Perhaps you are wondering whether what you are experiencing is normal or whether it has to do with your sensitivity. In this article, we will look at the symptoms, the…
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Emotional Dysregulation in ADHD and Co.: Why Your Feelings Are Not the Problem
Imagine you’re in the middle of your day, and suddenly a wave of strong feelings washes over you – anger, sadness, or frustration that seem completely out of proportion. You might wonder, why is this happening to me? or how can I stop it? If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably looking for answers…