Making Space for Sensory Needs

We don’t all process the world the same way. In this episode, Sam (ADHD) and Scott (Autistic + ADHD) share real stories of sensory clash and connection: restaurants where every conversation floods Scott’s attention, why certain clothes tank his mood, how “just go to the beach” can be sensory hell, and the very real need for recovery time after social or sensory overload. We get into validation vs. downplaying, boundaries, and accommodations that keep us on the same team. If you’ve ever been told to “just ignore it,” this one’s for you. What we cover Why “different” ≠ “overreacting” (sound, texture, temperature, space) Background sound, clothing, tags, heat, sunscreen, and why beach days can be sensory hell Validation over minimizing (“it’s fine, just eat it”) Kids, autonomy, and why exposure isn’t always the answer Recovery time (shutdown/meltdown, regulation, and repair) How we plan accommodations before/during/after an event https://calendly.com/neurodivergentnotbroken/sensory-validation-accommodations-workshop: https://calendly.com/neurodivergentnotbroken/sensory-validation-accommodations-workshop Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neurodivergentnotbroken/