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We often notice changes in behaviours and think, "they did it before", "why can't they do it again?" Most people unintentionally confuse ABILITY (i.e., do we have the skill to do something) with CAPACITY (i.e., do we have the resources to use those skills). Ability answers our question of "Can they do it". Capacity answers our question of "Can they do it in this moment, under these circumstances". Ability is more stable and changes over time... but capacity is more fluid and

Burnout develops gradually through a series of small changes that are easy to explain - We're just tired, busy, stressed, unmotivated, or having a rough week. These subtle shifts can be important clues that our capacity is reducing and we're struggling to sustain the demands. What is my nervous system trying to tell me? Here are concrete things to check because we may not notice/ pay attention to them. Has anything changed compared to 1-2 months ago? The key here is to observ

Transitions after a long break can be challenging. Changes in routine alongside increased sensory, social, and work demands can make returning to school/ work overwhelming. Long holidays often mean: Less structure and more flexibility Later bedtimes and more time for interests Reduced academic/ work and social demands Returning to school/ work requires neurodivergent people to rapidly adjust to: Fixed schedules and early mornings Increased sensory and social input Academic/