Amy Duffy-Barnes
Autism and Heightened Threat Awareness
Don't expect a lot of mundane chitter-chatter when there are so many delightful, intense and in-depth topics of meaning that your...
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Amy Duffy-Barnes
Jan 9, 20232 min read
How to ADHD - Super Condensed Mini Guide
Create a routine: Having a structured daily routine can help to reduce the feelings of disorganization and impulsivity that can come with...
Amy Duffy-Barnes
Jan 9, 20233 min read
Adult Autism Survival - Super Condensed Mini Guide
Autism is a way of being in the world that affects how an individual perceives and interacts with the world around them. While every...
Amy Duffy-Barnes
Jan 7, 20232 min read
Eight Breathing Techniques to Reduce Anxiety
Calming breathing techniques are a simple and effective way to bring relaxation and stress relief to the body and mind. There are many...
Amy Duffy-Barnes
Jan 7, 20232 min read
Mindfulness Strategies for OCD
Mindfulness is a practice that involves paying attention to the present moment in a non-judgmental way. It can be a helpful tool in...
Amy Duffy-Barnes
Jan 6, 20232 min read
Why Autistic Masking is Harmful
As an autistic person who wasn't diagnosed until later in life, I have struggled with unmasking myself or even finding my authentic self...
Amy Duffy-Barnes
Jan 6, 20232 min read
Loving Kindness Meditation
The loving-kindness meditation is a type of mindfulness meditation that involves directing feelings of love and compassion towards...
Amy Duffy-Barnes
Sep 5, 20203 min read
Calming Down During a Panic Attack
Your chest squeezes in and you feel like you can't catch your breath. Your heart speeds up and your mind is numb. You are trying to...
Amy Duffy-Barnes
Sep 5, 20203 min read
How to Set Goals, Measure, and Teach Social Emotional Learning Skills in a School Setting
I was a school social worker for 10 years and the title of this article could also be 'how I used my smart brain to defeat my ADHD and...
Amy Duffy-Barnes
Sep 5, 20202 min read
Values and the Creation of Life Goals - How to Find Your Path
What do you value? What do you want to do? What brings you joy? Step One: The following list of values can help you determine your core...
Amy Duffy-Barnes
Sep 5, 20202 min read
Simple Meditation - Reconnecting with the Self
A Basic Guide to Meditation These instructions are for a silent meditation. Silent meditation can be more difficult to master than a...
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