Thursday night, I attended the Queen + Adam Lambert concert in Madison Square Garden. I wrote a review from a fan perspective here, on my fan blog. I enjoyed it very much, but there were issues, both expected and unexpected, that caused a few problems.
Monday, July 21, 2014
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Stim toys
"Stimming" is the term used for behaviors people with autism and others, inclu,ding neurotypical people, use for self-regulating, calming and focusing. It has almost endless variations, from the flapping and rocking associated with autism to subtle things like chewing gum or clicking pens.
We do it to relieve stress, to replace destructive behaviors, to enable us to pay attention and because it just feels good.
It's also something that, in the past, parents and teachers have tried to suppress in their children because it can look very odd in public. Since being in public is often stressful, this can be a no-win situation.
We do it to relieve stress, to replace destructive behaviors, to enable us to pay attention and because it just feels good.
It's also something that, in the past, parents and teachers have tried to suppress in their children because it can look very odd in public. Since being in public is often stressful, this can be a no-win situation.
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