Why I'm starting this blog

📖 Once upon a time, in a world not too different from our own, there was a land where people celebrated the unique qualities and abilities of every individual.

Why I’m starting this blog

If you'd like to read this post in Dutch, go here

I'm a woman in my thirties from Belgium, and I've been navigating the tricky waters of ADHD and autism since I was a young girl. Bullying was a constant throughout my school years, and I never seemed to fit in anywhere. As I got older, things didn't get much easier. The world was a noisy, chaotic place, and I always felt like I was drowning in it. But the hardest part? That was relationships. As a kid, I never quite understood how to interact with my peers. My conversations were stilted and awkward, and I often ended up saying the wrong thing at the wrong time. It was like I was always a step behind, always missing some crucial social cue that everyone else seemed to understand intuitively.

A year ago, I was hit with a new diagnosis: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). But I'm nothing if not resilient, so I rolled up my sleeves and started EMDR therapy. I was about a year into it when I started to notice something curious. Some of the traits that I had always associated with my autism seemed to have faded a bit, while some of my ADHD symptoms were amped up to eleven. It was like my brain was playing musical chairs, but instead of chairs, it was different aspects of my neurodivergence. I couldn't help but be fascinated by this interplay between autism, ADHD, and trauma. I started diving deep into the research, reading everything I could get my hands on, and talking to other neurodivergent folks who had gone through similar experiences. Through it all, I learned so much about myself and the ways in which my brain works. And I realized that I had a unique perspective to offer, a perspective that could help others like me. That's what inspired me to start TrauDHD, a blog where I explore the intersection of trauma, autism, and ADHD through personal stories, research-based insights, and practical tips. Come join me on this exciting journey of self-discovery and exploration into the fascinating world of neurodivergence! If you've got a story to share, or some insights to offer, don't be shy - just drop me a line! Let's create a community where we can learn from each other, celebrate our unique strengths and challenges, and grow together. Thanks for being a part of TrauDHD!

---