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Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
17–23 March 2025
A week to recognise and celebrate the strengths and voices of neurodivergent individuals.
This category brings together all our 2025 posts—from inspiring stories to useful resources and creative campaigns—promoting acceptance, understanding, and inclusion.
Join us in celebrating the beauty of different minds.
Meet David: Navigating the Highs and Lows of ADHD 💭⚡
David, our Programme Lead at NEST, shares a raw and relatable insight into what a “bad day” with ADHD feels like—and how he’s learned to accept and navigate those moments with self-compassion.
Celine Dyer
Mar 232 min read
Self-Care Tips for Carers of Neurodivergent Individuals 💙🌱
:You can’t pour from an empty cup. These six self-care tips are here to support the carers behind the scenes—because your wellbeing matters, too. 🤗
Celine Dyer
Mar 232 min read
Grateful for the Journey: Celebrating the People Who Support Us 💙✨
Who has supported you on your neurodivergent journey? Whether it’s a friend, teacher, parent, or colleague—this post is a heartfelt thank-you to the people who walk alongside us. 💬💖
Celine Dyer
Mar 232 min read
Neurodiversity in One Word: What Our Community Said 💬🌈
What’s one word that describes neurodiversity to you? Our community shared their answers, and they’re as diverse and powerful as the people who shared them. Let’s explore the meanings behind the words that matter. 🌈
Celine Dyer
Mar 222 min read
Wired Differently, Wonderfully: What Jim Carrey Teaches Us About ADHD ⚡🧠
Actor and comedian Jim Carrey once said, “I’m wired differently. I think differently... and I’ve been able to use my mind in a creative, imaginative way.” His experience with ADHD is a reminder that neurodiversity isn’t just a challenge—it’s a different kind of brilliance.
Celine Dyer
Mar 221 min read
🌟 Neurodiversity Celebration Week Spotlight: Autism Support Ayrshire 🌟
Looking for support around autism in Ayrshire? Autism Support Ayrshire offers free, confidential advice, guidance, and connection — helping autistic individuals and their families feel heard and supported.
Celine Dyer
Mar 221 min read
💚 Spotlight on Carers Gateway – North Ayrshire
Caring for someone can be isolating — but it doesn’t have to be. Find out how Carers Gateway North Ayrshire is connecting carers with the support and community they deserve.
Celine Dyer
Mar 221 min read
Spotlight On: NHS Ayrshire & Arran Children’s Speech and Language Therapy Helpline 📞
Worried about your child’s speech or communication? This free NHS helpline offers friendly, expert advice across Ayrshire—no referral needed! 📞🗣️
Celine Dyer
Mar 222 min read
💜 Spotlight on East Ayrshire Carers Centre
Looking after someone else? Don’t forget to look after yourself too. Discover the support available from East Ayrshire Carers Centre — from 1:1 help to benefits advice and energy guidance.
Celine Dyer
Mar 221 min read
Self-Care Tips for Neurodivergent Individuals 💖
Self-care isn't just a luxury—it's a vital part of daily life for neurodivergent individuals. Whether you're managing sensory overload, needing structure, or simply craving downtime, these six supportive tips are designed with you in mind. 💬💤🎨
Celine Dyer
Mar 222 min read
💙 Spotlight on Carers Gateway – South Ayrshire
If you care for someone in South Ayrshire, you’re not alone. Carers Gateway offers free help, advice, and a strong sense of community. Here’s how they can support you.
Celine Dyer
Mar 221 min read
💜 Meet Malysha: A Sibling Carer’s Story of Strength and Compassion 💙
Meet Malysha, a sibling carer with a powerful story of love, growth, and neurodiversity. Her brothers have shaped her world — and helped her shape others’.
Celine Dyer
Mar 212 min read
🧠✨ Neurodiversity Quiz – How Much Do You Know?
At NEST, we’re all about sparking conversations, sharing knowledge, and gently challenging misconceptions around neurodivergence. That’s...
Celine Dyer
Mar 212 min read
🌟 Embracing Neurodiversity: What Inspires You?
🌟 “Different is where the magic lives.”
We asked our community to share the quotes and mantras that help them embrace neurodiversity — and the responses were powerful. Come feel inspired.
Celine Dyer
Mar 212 min read
Top Picks Thursday: Stories and Sounds That Celebrate Neurodiversity 🎶
🎬🎶 Top Picks Thursday!Looking for something inspiring to watch or listen to? We’ve rounded up our favourite films, shows, documentaries, and music from neurodivergent artists—all celebrating the beauty of different minds.✨
Celine Dyer
Mar 202 min read
Top Picks Thursday: Celebrate Neurodiversity Through Reading - For Adults! 📚
📚 Top Picks Thursday! Looking for your next great read? We’ve rounded up our favourite books for kids and adults—all focused on neurodiversity. From heart-warming stories to practical guides, these titles celebrate different minds and help us understand them better.✨
Celine Dyer
Mar 201 min read
Billie Eillish - Embracing Neurodivergence: Confidence Through Acceptance
💪 Embracing neurodivergence with strength and confidence—just like Billie Eilish! Accepting every part of who we are is the key to finding peace and power. 🌈💖
Celine Dyer
Mar 201 min read
💡 Neurodivergent Brains Are Brilliant at Deep Dives!
🔍 Neurodivergent minds are brilliant at deep dives! From Pokémon to washing machines, discover what our community is hyperfocused on right now—and why that’s something to celebrate. 💙✨
Celine Dyer
Mar 202 min read
💪 Embracing Neurodivergence with Confidence — Just Like Billie Eilish
“I’ve made friends with it.”
Billie Eilish’s words about Tourette’s Syndrome remind us that accepting our neurodivergence doesn’t mean loving every part of it — it means recognising it, understanding it, and walking with it in confidence. 💪🌈
Read more about embracing neurodivergence with strength and self-compassion.
Celine Dyer
Mar 202 min read
Top Picks Thursday: Celebrate Neurodiversity Through Reading - For Children! 📚
📚 Top Picks Thursday!
Looking for your next great read? We’ve rounded up our favourite books for kids and adults—all focused on neurodiversity. From heartwarming stories to practical guides, these titles celebrate different minds and help us understand them better.
Celine Dyer
Mar 201 min read
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