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Are you actually unproductive, or are you just trying to be productive in a world that wasn't designed for your brain?

Ever finished a working day completely exhausted, been busy from start to finish, yet somehow felt like you've achieved absolutely nothing?

Or bought yet another planner, convinced THIS one will finally sort your life out? (We've all been there!)

In this episode of SEND it. Brains at Work, Steph and Claire are busting six of the biggest productivity myths surrounding ADHD, autism and neurodivergence.

We're challenging the idea that productivity means sitting still, staying focused for hours, juggling endless tasks and working the same way as everyone else.

We're talking about:

Why being productive doesn't mean performing at 100% every day.

ADHD, autism and why focus looks different for different brains.

Executive dysfunction, time blindness and the never-ending search for the perfect planner.

Why multitasking isn't always the superpower employers think it is.

The difference between being busy and actually getting things done.

Why workplace adjustments aren't a weakness.

How to work with your brain rather than constantly fighting against it.

Expect honest conversations, relatable moments, a little humour and practical ideas you can actually try.

And, of course, we've got a SEND it Challenge to help you ditch one productivity rule that simply isn't working for you.

Because maybe the problem isn't that neurodivergent people need to try harder.

Maybe we need to rethink what productivity actually looks like.

🎧 Listen now to SEND it. Brains at Work.

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Is your workplace working for your brain, or is your brain constantly working to survive your workplace?

From buzzing lights and noisy offices to overwhelming environments and the dreaded open-plan workspace, sensory overload at work is very real. But how much responsibility do employers have to make things better?

In this episode of SEND it. Brains at Work, Steph and Claire explore what sensory-friendly workplaces actually look like, why they matter for neurodivergent employees, and how small changes can make a massive difference.

We're also diving into the Saunders v Peloton employment tribunal case, exploring what happens when sensory needs aren't properly supported and what the Equality Act 2010 says about reasonable adjustments.

Expect honest experiences, a few sensory disasters, some laughs, and plenty of practical ideas for making workplaces more inclusive.

Because creating a sensory-friendly workplace isn't about making everything perfect. It's about recognising that different brains experience the same environment differently.

🎧 Whether you're neurodivergent, a manager, an HR professional, or simply someone who wants to make work better for everyone, this conversation is for you.

#SENDitBrainsAtWork #NeurodiversityAtWork #SensoryOverload #SensoryFriendlyWorkplaces #AutismAtWork #ADHDAtWork #ReasonableAdjustments #WorkplaceInclusion #DifferentBrainsGroup

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Ever found yourself thinking, “Why can't I cope with things the way I used to?” What if it's not just perimenopause? What if it's revealing something that's been there all along?

This week on SEND IT: Brains at Work, Steph and Claire dive into the fascinating and often overlooked connection between perimenopause, ADHD, autism and late-discovered neurodivergence.

For many women, their 40s and 50s can bring more than hot flushes and brain fog. Hormonal changes can make masking harder, intensify sensory overwhelm, affect emotional regulation and leave once-reliable coping strategies feeling completely useless.

We're exploring why so many women begin recognising their neurodivergence during midlife, the double whammy of hormones and neurodivergent burnout, and why workplaces need to start having better conversations about support.

We'll also share practical tips for managing cognitive overload, communicating your needs and making everyday working life a little easier.

Expect honest conversations, relatable moments and a reminder that perimenopause doesn't create neurodivergence — but it can help uncover what's been hidden for years.

Whether you're navigating perimenopause yourself, questioning a possible ADHD or autism diagnosis, or supporting someone who is, this conversation is for you.

🎧 Listen now, share with someone who needs to hear it, and join the SEND IT community.

Because understanding different brains shouldn't be complicated.

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