Articles

Embracing Authentic Professionalism: A Path to Sustainable Practice in Allied Health and Education

Sarah Middleton

Published on: 31/07/2024

Explore how performative professionalism fuels burnout in allied health and education—and why embracing authenticity and neurodiversity can lead to more sustainable, joyful, and effective practice for professionals and clients alike.

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3 highlights from the first year of Brilliant Little Gems

Sarah Middleton

Published on: 02/04/2024

A reflection of the first year of BLG

Reflections

How Brilliant Little Gems Began

Sarah Middleton

Published on: 08/05/2023

The origins of Brilliant Little Gems, support for parents and professionals.

Reflections

What is gestalt cognitive processing?

Sarah Middleton

Published on: 05/04/2023

Many autistic people use gestalt processing—seeing the whole before the parts. This post unpacks what that means and how to better support gestalt thinkers at home, in the classroom, and beyond.

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