SEND it. Brains At Work

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  Episode 21 - Summer myth #3 Fairness isn't sameness 10.08.2026 6m

  Send us Fan Mail In this summer‑short, Claire tackles the myth that workplace accommodations are “special treatment” and flips the script from sameness to fairness. We dig into why the term reasonable adjustments needs a rebrand, what “workplace supports” really mean, and how tiny changes can unlock better work for everyone. Your challenge this week: name one support that would make your work easier — even if you never ask for it. Awareness is a win. Follow, share, and leave a review to help ...
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  Episode 20 - Toolkit #2 Stop Managing Time - Start Managing Energy 03.08.2026 9m

  Send us Fan Mail Last episode, we challenged the myth that neurodivergent people simply need to "try harder." Now it's time to explore what actually helps. In this Summer Series Toolkit episode, Steph introduces three practical strategies to help you protect your energy at work: 🥄 A neurodivergent-friendly take on Spoon Theory 🚦 The Red, Amber and Green task method 💬 How to communicate your capacity without guilt If you've ever reached the end of the day wonde...
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  Episode 19 - Summer Myth #2: You Just Need to Try Harder 27.07.2026 7m

  Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been told to "just try harder"? It's one of the most common—and most damaging—myths that neurodivergent people hear. But what if the issue isn't effort at all? In this episode of SEND it – Brains at Work, Steph explores why executive function challenges are so often mistaken for laziness, why working harder isn't always the answer, and how changing the environment can make a bigger difference than pushing yourself to burnout. You'll also leave with a simple chal...
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  Episode 18 - Summer Toolkit #1: Clearer, Lighter, Easier Communication 20.07.2026 7m

  Send us Fan Mail In this second episode of the SEND IT Summer Series, Claire introduces a practical, neurodivergent‑friendly toolkit: The 3‑Step Communication Reset. Building on last week’s myth‑busting episode, she explores how small, intentional choices can make communication feel clearer, lighter, and far less overwhelming. Claire breaks down the three steps — Clarify the Purpose, Choose the Channel, and Set Expectations — showing how each one reduces cognitive load and helps untangle the ...
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  Episode 17 - Summer Myth #1: You’re Not Bad at Communication 13.07.2026 5m

  Send us Fan Mail In this first episode of the SEND IT Summer Series, Claire tackles the myth that “neurodivergent people are bad at communication.” She explores how ND communication isn’t a deficit — it’s a different communication culture built on clarity, honesty, and directness. Claire shares her own experience of being told she was “too blunt” and the impact of shrinking herself to fit neurotypical expectations, noting: “I got smaller, I talked less, until I didn’t recognise myself.” The e...
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  Episode 16 - Surviving the Summer Holidays: A Neurodivergent Survival Guide 06.07.2026 46m

  Send us Fan Mail The summer holidays can be a time of fun, freedom, and family memories—but for neurodivergent individuals and families, they can also bring disruption, overwhelm, and exhaustion. In this episode of SEND it. Brains at Work, we explore the realities of navigating six weeks without the usual routines. From managing sensory overload and emotional regulation to balancing work, childcare, expectations, and your own wellbeing, we share practical strategies, honest experiences, and s...
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  Episode 15 - The Masking Recovery Toolkit: Different Ways to Reset Your Brain 29.06.2026 21m

  Send us Fan Mail Masking helps many neurodivergent people navigate workplaces, social situations and everyday life—but it comes at a cost. If you've ever got home feeling completely drained, overwhelmed, or like you've been "hit by a bus", you're not imagining it. In this practical 10-minute episode, we explore why masking places such a heavy load on the brain and nervous system, and share a simple five-step recovery toolkit you can use after work, social events or any situation where you've ...
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  Episode 14 - Summer Brain: Dopamine, Pleasure and Staying in Control 22.06.2026 31m

  Send us Fan Mail As the days get longer and brighter, many of us feel happier, more energetic, and more social—but what's happening in the brain? In this episode, we explore the powerful role dopamine plays in shaping our behaviour during the summer months and how increased sunlight can influence our mood, motivation, and reward-seeking tendencies. We take a closer look at the links between dopamine and food, alcohol, and drug use, examining why cravings and overindulgence can feel more tempt...
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  Episode 13 - Neuroinclusion Starts When We Change Systems 15.06.2026 39m

  Send us Fan Mail A single offhand comment can echo for years, and in workplaces it often hides in plain sight as “feedback”, “banter”, or “just how things are done”. We talk openly about how stigma shows up in real working life, from social stereotypes to internalised self-talk, and why micro stigma is so damaging. When you start making yourself smaller to fit in, that is not a personality flaw, it is a signal the environment is asking you to mask. We also dig into the questions that c...
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  Episode 12 - Understanding Tourette Syndrome: Awareness, Acceptance & Support 07.06.2026 23m

  Send us Fan Mail Join Steph and Claire for an honest and informative conversation about Tourette Syndrome. In this episode, they share insights into what Tourette's is, challenge common misconceptions, and discuss the real-life experiences of people living with the condition. Together, they explore how greater awareness, understanding, and acceptance can make a meaningful difference. Whether you're looking to learn more about Tourette Syndrome or discover practical ways to support someo...
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  Episode 11 - Hiring for Talent, Not Performance: Making Recruitment Neuroinclusive 01.06.2026 35m

  Send us Fan Mail Why do so many recruitment processes reward interview confidence rather than actual capability? In this episode of SEND It – Brains at Work, Steph and Claire explore how traditional hiring practices can unintentionally exclude neurodivergent talent. From inclusive job adverts and interview adjustments to work trials, quiet spaces, and the Neurodiversity Employers Index, they unpack practical ways organisations can create fairer, more effective recruitment processes. Expect ev...
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  Episode 10 Hiring Fairly: Rethinking Interviews, Adjustments & Inclusive Recruitment 25.05.2026 18m

  Send us Fan Mail What does inclusive hiring actually look like in practice? In this episode, Steph and Claire unpack the barriers hidden inside modern recruitment, from exclusionary job ads and rushed interviews to the lack of meaningful adjustments for disabled and neurodivergent candidates. Grounded in UK guidance from ACAS and GOV.UK, they explore why traditional hiring processes often measure confidence over competence, and what employers can do differently to create fairer opportunities ...
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  Episode 9 - Body Doubling: Work Together, Even When Alone 18.05.2026 21m

  Send us Fan Mail Ever struggle to stay focused or get things done on your own? In this episode, we dive into body doubling—the simple but powerful practice of working alongside someone else (even virtually!) to boost productivity and focus. This isn’t just talk—we’ll body double together during the episode, so grab your favourite music, set up your workspace, and let’s tackle tasks side by side. Discover how pairing up can make challenging work feel easier, more fun, and way less lonely. Supp...
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  Episode 8 - Burnout: When the Brain Moves from Thriving to Surviving 11.05.2026 24m

  Send us Fan Mail Burnout is more than exhaustion — it’s a neurological and psychological response to chronic stress that reshapes how we think, feel, and work. In this episode of The Brain at Work, Claire and Steph unpack the science behind burnout, exploring how stress impacts the brain, why motivation disappears, and how workplace systems often fuel cognitive overload. They examine the different ways burnout presents in neurotypical and neurodivergent employees, including ...
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  Episode 7 - Dopamine & The Neurodivergent Brain: Why Motivation Isn’t What You Think 04.05.2026 26m

  Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like you want to start something but just… can’t? In this episode of SEND It – Brains at Work, Steph and Claire unpack one of the most misunderstood drivers of motivation: dopamine. Far from being just the “feel-good” chemical, dopamine is what helps us start tasks, stay focused, and follow through — and for neurodivergent brains, it doesn’t always work in predictable ways. We explore how dopamine impacts ADHD, autism, and dyslexia, why some tasks feel impossible wh...
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  Episode 6 - Behind the Mask: Uncovering Hidden Effort at Work 27.04.2026 32m

  Send us Fan Mail This episode explores what masking really means in the workplace—how individuals consciously or unconsciously hide aspects of themselves to fit in, meet expectations, or avoid judgment. It breaks down the different ways people mask, from suppressing emotions to mimicking communication styles, and highlights the toll this can take on wellbeing and performance. The episode also offers practical insights for employers and colleagues on how to create safer, more inclusive ...
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  Episode 5 - Locked In: The Power and Pitfalls of Hyperfocus 13.04.2026 15m

  Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to be “in the zone”? In this episode, we explore hyperfocus—that intense state where time disappears and productivity soars. Often linked to creativity, ADHD, and deep work, hyperfocus can feel like a superpower… until it isn’t. We unpack the science behind it, share personal experiences, and discuss how hyperfocus can both help and hinder our lives. How do you harness it without burning out or losing balance? Tune in as we dive into...
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  Episode 4 - Losing Track: The Reality of Time Blindness 30.03.2026 17m

  Send us Fan Mail Ever feel like time just… disappears? In this episode, we dive into time blindness—what it really is, why it happens, and how it can quietly shape our daily lives. From missed deadlines to that constant feeling of running late, we unpack the science and psychology behind our distorted sense of time. Whether you’ve experienced it yourself or are just curious, we explore practical ways to manage it, share relatable stories, and challenge the idea that it’s simply “bad time mana...
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  Episode 3 - The Demand Avoidance Spiral: When Your Brain Says ‘No 20.03.2026 27m

  Send us Fan Mail In Episode 3 of Brains at Work, Steph and Claire explore something many people experience but struggle to explain: demand avoidance and the powerful role autonomy plays in how we work. If you’ve ever opened your laptop, seen a deadline reminder, and suddenly found yourself reorganising your desktop instead of starting the task… this episode will feel very familiar. Building on the conversations around rejection sensitivity from Episode 2, this episode dives into why cer...
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  Episode 2 - RSD, Autonomy & The Workplace Spiral 18.03.2026 17m

  Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Brains at Work! In Episode 2, Steph and Claire dive into a topic many people experience but rarely have the words to explain: Rejection Sensitivity Disorder (RSD) and how it shows up in everyday work life. If you’ve ever spiralled after hearing “Can we have a quick chat?”, replayed a conversation in your head at 2am, or avoided opportunities because the possibility of rejection felt overwhelming, this episode is for you. Steph and Claire explore what R...