How Not to Fit In, Jess Joy
How Not to Fit In, Jess Joy
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How Not to Fit In

Author: Jess Joy, Charlotte Mia

Narrator: Emily Essery

Unabridged: 7 hr 6 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 02/15/2024


Synopsis

’The lack of information around how ADHD and autism shows up in adults means that many of us have been assuming we were anxious, not working hard enough, or just entirely failing altogether.’ – Jess Joy and Charlotte Mia Written by two late-diagnosed neurodivergent women and the founders of fast-growing online community , is an handbook-meets-rallying cry. Foregrounding real experiences with autism and ADHD, this book explores the journey of discovering, accepting and flourishing with your neurodivergent brain. It explores why getting diagnosis can be so fraught and gendered, and how to navigate a world which centres neurotypical brains in the realms of relationships, careers, friendships and finances. By reading this book, you’ll: Featuring the latest research and thinking on neurodivergence, contributions from dozens of experts and the , this innovative book – which has been written and designed especially for *spicy* brains – is essential reading for anyone whose brain seems to see the world in a different way. Start to understand why so many people are being diagnosed with ADHD and autism right now Learn the impact that not knowing your own brain can have on your Find the confidence to and adjustments at work – without apologising Have the chance to note down how this journey is evolving for you in . … and, most importantly, and your needs better.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Emily on August 30, 2024

Listened to this as an audiobook and it was like a giant hug (saw someone else describe a book as a hug and loved it!)......more

Goodreads review by Lucas on May 20, 2024

Language used is very much internet speak. I didn't like to be called spicy brained or bestie and have the casual swearing around all the time. It felt unnecessary. But those are just my pet peeves, because the book itself has amazing contents. It takes your hand and in a way that no other book on a......more

Goodreads review by Lucy on March 18, 2024

It's not easy to write a book (in any case), but it's equal parts heart-breaking and heart-warming to see so much of myself on every page of this book. I am a late diagnosed ADHDer; suspected Autistic (surprise to any of my Goodreads friends who didn't know!) ...and in a world not built for us, it's......more

Goodreads review by Erin on January 06, 2025

If you're looking for a book that is from the perspective of self-diagnosis, late identification of ADHD and Autism, and a first look at the criteria, experiences, and disability that comes with neurodivergence - this could be a good place to start. I'd caution against finishing your journey here, h......more

Goodreads review by Sophie on January 12, 2024

As a late diagnosed ADHDer, this book was comforting and validating. It had helpful tips and refreshing ways to view neurodiversity which was bolstered by the realness and honesty of the writers’ personal experiences. I like how they spoke of similar struggles, but focused on how these struggles can......more