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Tag: neurodivergence

My Music Listening Habits Are Embarrassing!

October 16, 2021October 16, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

I have a tough time getting myself to listen to new music. This is partially neurodivergence and partially that I’m just not sure where to find music I want to hear. Where do you get new music, and is there anything you’d especially recommend that I listen to?

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Disorganized Drummer WIN…and next challenge

October 4, 2021October 4, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

I did it! I finally brought my drums in from the car! But as I celebrated, I noticed that I’ve got another maintenance project ahead of me…and this one is a real doozy. How do YOU tackle big, scary projects that require a lot of patience, organization, and planning?

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Social Media Struggles

September 13, 2021September 13, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

My daily vlogging experiment continues, and the hardest part is not coming up with content…it’s posting it! I struggle to maintain my focus as I share my content across various platforms. If you’re a “creator,” – especially a neurodivergent creator – how do you handle this?

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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria

September 12, 2021September 12, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

All my life I’ve been told I needed to “toughen up” or “grow a thick skin,” but I always thought I was broken, because I just couldn’t. Then I learned about rejection sensitive dysphoria, a condition many ADHD and autistic folks struggle with. Here’s how I’m learning to cope.

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Time Management for Musicians?

September 2, 2021September 2, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

I’ll be honest – I struggle with how to fit practicing into my day. Does “Eating the Frog” work for musicians? Here are the time management decisions I’m making. What kinds of strategies work for you?

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Meditation, Part III

August 28, 2021August 28, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

Here’s how my unpleasant morning meditation session impacted my tough day at work. SPOILER ALERT: it helped more than I thought it would!

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