KarenA
@karenada59.bsky.social
I am 59 years old autistic person diagnosed late enjoying graphic novels,bird watching, theatre.
Pinned
Taking a break from being a campaign person to try to look after me and think about what retired Karen might look like here.
Friends will be pleased to know the glasses.I bought online while not knowing which part of me ordered function very well as reading glasses and are less Two Ronnie's than the trial pairs.
December 9, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Friends will be pleased to know the glasses.I bought online while not knowing which part of me ordered function very well as reading glasses and are less Two Ronnie's than the trial pairs.
The John Lewis Christmas advert obviously not intended for this autistic person. All I focus on is the fact if our big kids were going to buy vinyl record for Christmas they certainly wouldn't buy at John Lewis indeed I am advised it isn't sold there.
December 7, 2025 at 9:02 PM
The John Lewis Christmas advert obviously not intended for this autistic person. All I focus on is the fact if our big kids were going to buy vinyl record for Christmas they certainly wouldn't buy at John Lewis indeed I am advised it isn't sold there.
Watching Swallows and Amazons BFI film 4 children on an adventure family Walker see many boxes of tissues be used.💔xx
December 7, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Watching Swallows and Amazons BFI film 4 children on an adventure family Walker see many boxes of tissues be used.💔xx
How do I find a list of saved posts on blue sky once I have put saved tag on them please?
December 7, 2025 at 12:50 PM
How do I find a list of saved posts on blue sky once I have put saved tag on them please?
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Still thinking about the huge list of stigmatising labels that are often applied to autistic children & YP that @kieranrose.bsky.social shared this morning at the Nurturing ND conf. Now @jodieclarke.bsky.social talking about the huge shame carried by autistic kids. Is it any wonder?
October 16, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Still thinking about the huge list of stigmatising labels that are often applied to autistic children & YP that @kieranrose.bsky.social shared this morning at the Nurturing ND conf. Now @jodieclarke.bsky.social talking about the huge shame carried by autistic kids. Is it any wonder?
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Jade Farrington and I have published a new piece exploring #Autisticmasking and what 'unmasking' safely actually involves.
It brings together research, context and practical reflections often missing from mainstream discussions.
jadefarrington.substack.com/p/delving-in...
It brings together research, context and practical reflections often missing from mainstream discussions.
jadefarrington.substack.com/p/delving-in...
November 29, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Jade Farrington and I have published a new piece exploring #Autisticmasking and what 'unmasking' safely actually involves.
It brings together research, context and practical reflections often missing from mainstream discussions.
jadefarrington.substack.com/p/delving-in...
It brings together research, context and practical reflections often missing from mainstream discussions.
jadefarrington.substack.com/p/delving-in...
Extremely worthwhile reading.
December 7, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Extremely worthwhile reading.
I am recommending a couple of books for anyone interested in reading recommendations offered by a real live autistic person about autism.
December 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
I am recommending a couple of books for anyone interested in reading recommendations offered by a real live autistic person about autism.
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Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, you have heard from the 28 people my client definitely burgled, but in mitigation I have a letter from one person my client DIDN'T burgle.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Farage turns on broadcasters over racism allegations as number of claims hits 28
Reform leader suggests he would boycott BBC, saying he has had letter from Dulwich pupils defending him
www.theguardian.com
December 4, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, you have heard from the 28 people my client definitely burgled, but in mitigation I have a letter from one person my client DIDN'T burgle.
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
@drkwildschut1984.bsky.social Hello. My friend Jazz choir did indeed get to sing at the houses of Parliament.Dave my husband has had this horrible flu or whatever half of London has so we didn't get to go .But others enjoyed and it would have tired me out probably.
December 6, 2025 at 3:36 PM
@drkwildschut1984.bsky.social Hello. My friend Jazz choir did indeed get to sing at the houses of Parliament.Dave my husband has had this horrible flu or whatever half of London has so we didn't get to go .But others enjoyed and it would have tired me out probably.
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“Farage has suggested that it’s inconceivable that anyone could recall such events of more than four decades ago. I would simply ask: can a victim of such abuse ever forget?…I recognise his walk every time I see it on TV as that same walk that used to approach me”
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
I’ll never forget the look of hatred Nigel Farage had for me at school, simply for existing
The Reform UK leader doubts people can recall their abuse from years ago. I’ve never forgotten his – it felt malicious
www.theguardian.com
December 6, 2025 at 6:52 AM
“Farage has suggested that it’s inconceivable that anyone could recall such events of more than four decades ago. I would simply ask: can a victim of such abuse ever forget?…I recognise his walk every time I see it on TV as that same walk that used to approach me”
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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🚨 One of the biggest myths is that people living with mental illness do not want to work.
We’re determined to support both employers and employees to overcome the barriers to employment.
Because we believe that everyone living with mental illness should have the chance to thrive at work.
We’re determined to support both employers and employees to overcome the barriers to employment.
Because we believe that everyone living with mental illness should have the chance to thrive at work.
November 19, 2025 at 9:17 AM
🚨 One of the biggest myths is that people living with mental illness do not want to work.
We’re determined to support both employers and employees to overcome the barriers to employment.
Because we believe that everyone living with mental illness should have the chance to thrive at work.
We’re determined to support both employers and employees to overcome the barriers to employment.
Because we believe that everyone living with mental illness should have the chance to thrive at work.
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🚨 Mental health research has the power to transform lives. But for too long, it hasn’t had the funding, visibility or urgency it deserves.
Our new report with @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social outlines ten changes we need to see to transform mental health research.
Read the full report 👉 bit.ly/4oy6KDE
Our new report with @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social outlines ten changes we need to see to transform mental health research.
Read the full report 👉 bit.ly/4oy6KDE
December 2, 2025 at 10:05 AM
🚨 Mental health research has the power to transform lives. But for too long, it hasn’t had the funding, visibility or urgency it deserves.
Our new report with @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social outlines ten changes we need to see to transform mental health research.
Read the full report 👉 bit.ly/4oy6KDE
Our new report with @mqmentalhealth.bsky.social outlines ten changes we need to see to transform mental health research.
Read the full report 👉 bit.ly/4oy6KDE
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🚨 Our response to the launch of the government’s independent review of rising demand for mental health, ADHD and autism services.
This review needs to lead to change that people can feel: a future where everyone can get the care they need, when they need it.
This review needs to lead to change that people can feel: a future where everyone can get the care they need, when they need it.
December 5, 2025 at 11:49 AM
🚨 Our response to the launch of the government’s independent review of rising demand for mental health, ADHD and autism services.
This review needs to lead to change that people can feel: a future where everyone can get the care they need, when they need it.
This review needs to lead to change that people can feel: a future where everyone can get the care they need, when they need it.
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You must act now. Tackling the mental health crisis is urgent – people’s lives depend on it. 6/6
November 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
You must act now. Tackling the mental health crisis is urgent – people’s lives depend on it. 6/6
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Young people are waiting. Families are struggling. Communities are under pressure. Where’s the plan? 5/6
We need:
• A funded strategy for mental health
• Action to cut waiting lists
• Young Futures Hubs in every local area
We need:
• A funded strategy for mental health
• Action to cut waiting lists
• Young Futures Hubs in every local area
November 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Young people are waiting. Families are struggling. Communities are under pressure. Where’s the plan? 5/6
We need:
• A funded strategy for mental health
• Action to cut waiting lists
• Young Futures Hubs in every local area
We need:
• A funded strategy for mental health
• Action to cut waiting lists
• Young Futures Hubs in every local area
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Mental health makes up 20% of all ill health – but only receives 9% of NHS spending. And that share is falling. Without stronger protections, mental health will keep slipping behind other areas of care. 4/6
November 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Mental health makes up 20% of all ill health – but only receives 9% of NHS spending. And that share is falling. Without stronger protections, mental health will keep slipping behind other areas of care. 4/6
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No published strategy.
No guarantee of adequate funding.
No promise to cut waiting lists.
No commitment to deliver Young Futures Hubs everywhere they’re needed. 3/6
No guarantee of adequate funding.
No promise to cut waiting lists.
No commitment to deliver Young Futures Hubs everywhere they’re needed. 3/6
November 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
No published strategy.
No guarantee of adequate funding.
No promise to cut waiting lists.
No commitment to deliver Young Futures Hubs everywhere they’re needed. 3/6
No guarantee of adequate funding.
No promise to cut waiting lists.
No commitment to deliver Young Futures Hubs everywhere they’re needed. 3/6
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Poverty is one of the biggest drivers of poor mental health – so this work really matters. But there was no mention of mental health at all. And here’s the problem: there’s still no clear plan to tackle the mental health crisis. 2/6
November 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Poverty is one of the biggest drivers of poor mental health – so this work really matters. But there was no mention of mental health at all. And here’s the problem: there’s still no clear plan to tackle the mental health crisis. 2/6
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The mental health system is under immense strain. Something has to change.
This review is a chance to understand what’s driving the increase in mental health problems. This must not be used as a way to justify who deserves support and who doesn’t. 1/2
This review is a chance to understand what’s driving the increase in mental health problems. This must not be used as a way to justify who deserves support and who doesn’t. 1/2
December 4, 2025 at 2:18 PM
The mental health system is under immense strain. Something has to change.
This review is a chance to understand what’s driving the increase in mental health problems. This must not be used as a way to justify who deserves support and who doesn’t. 1/2
This review is a chance to understand what’s driving the increase in mental health problems. This must not be used as a way to justify who deserves support and who doesn’t. 1/2
I found a little bit of space in very noisy head this morning and realised maybe if I wait and listen maybe little Karen can reliable annoying irritating noise men" idiot guy " and can respond as would to any other irritating thing.
December 6, 2025 at 9:25 AM
I found a little bit of space in very noisy head this morning and realised maybe if I wait and listen maybe little Karen can reliable annoying irritating noise men" idiot guy " and can respond as would to any other irritating thing.
I selected four sets of glasses frames on a free home trial from an online site. Dave says they all make me look like Ronnie Barker from two Ronnies. Note to self do not try to pick glasses remotely and certainly not when not doing well. 🤭
December 4, 2025 at 11:56 AM
I selected four sets of glasses frames on a free home trial from an online site. Dave says they all make me look like Ronnie Barker from two Ronnies. Note to self do not try to pick glasses remotely and certainly not when not doing well. 🤭
I would humbly suggest if you are a celebrity and applied for celebrity Masterchef you have at some level imagined cooking on TV.
December 2, 2025 at 8:13 PM
I would humbly suggest if you are a celebrity and applied for celebrity Masterchef you have at some level imagined cooking on TV.
Realising I must be very burned out autistic person.Too burned out to read books about autistic burn out.🤬🤯😅
November 30, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Realising I must be very burned out autistic person.Too burned out to read books about autistic burn out.🤬🤯😅
The Lost Thing by Shaun Tan. A very beautiful book about a lost thing.
November 28, 2025 at 11:12 AM
The Lost Thing by Shaun Tan. A very beautiful book about a lost thing.