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Jo Farmer

Jo Farmer was diagnosed late in life with Autism having struggled all her life, school, work and life to fit in. With the resultant effect on confidence. Based on her own experiences she now seeks to help others better understand and utilise the skills of autistic and Neuro-diverse people. Neuro-diverse people are often badly misunderstood but have so much to contribute, and have made the modern world possible. She now knows what it is like to feel accepted and valued for how and who she is. Based on this she wants to help business to embrace these skills. She is a blogger, has spoken on podcasts, conferences and panels how to understand autistic people better.

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The room inside my head – then and now

The room inside my head – then and now. For years I felt there was a locked room inside my head, where the real me was. So where was I the rest of the time then? I’m...

Autism and travelling – not always easy

Autism and travelling - not always easy. Transport is essential for many reasons. Work, holidays, shopping, leisure, visiting friends/family. So easy for so many. Little thinking required. But can be packed with challenges and stress for Autistic people, but...

Finding your autistic tribe

Finding your autistic tribe. This summer I returned from an event designed by autistic people for autistic people. For a few days I could relax, be myself, dress how I wanted, speak how I wanted. Drop my...

Caring for yourself after a major health scare

Caring for yourself after a major health scare – physically and mentally. I will get straight to the point. I recently had a major health scare. It resulted in 2 blue flashing lights ambulance trips to hospital...

Senses – a challenge for autists

Senses – a real challenge for autists (autistic people). Summer’s day. I am outside, wearing a cap and sunglasses, just to cope. Without these I might be in discomfort or pain. Why? I am autistic. Autistic people can be over...

Autism and stress management

Emotional Regulation – autism and stress management. Have you ever seen someone stressed and felt frustrated when you tried to help? Especially when it seems to have followed a small incident/ comment. Nothing seems to have helped,...

How to manage Autistic talent

How to manage Autistic talent. I heard on the radio that a good manager is a good communicator. This set off an explosion in my mind. It is so true. People leave managers not companies. And what is heart...

Autistic people and meetings

Autistic people and meetings - how to make meetings fully inclusive and productive. Meetings are an essential part of business – Interviews, review, team, committee meetings. They help get contributions, get to know people, improve performance. Done...

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