07/02/2022
TODAY IS A SIEZURE ACTIVITY DAY.
If you did not already know this about me, not only am I neuro-diverse as a (proud) Bipolar woman, but I also have an unusual siezure disorder.
I HAVE NEURO-DIVERSITY COMING FROM EVERYWHERE!
Overall, I positively love it!
There is so much that I can do because of my neuro-diversity: work, think, and learn at exponential speeds, find innovative solutions in every situation, read human non-verbal communication at an advanced level, etc.
Because of my neuro-diversity, I am successful.
But today is not a good day.
Today is not fast, or fun, or easy.
I am shaking a lot. I am spacing out, and I am working very slowly. Sometimes the twinges/siezing hurts, sometimes for a while.
Today sucks.
While I celebrate neuro-diversity, and I enjoy my related super powers, there are tough days. I would not trade my diversity, but it is not always fun.
Why am I sharing this with you all?
No matter your struggles: physical, mental health, kid or parent problems, financial issues, etc... it is important that you use every experience, every personal trait to your advantage. Learn from it and grow using it.
On my bad days, I talk about what is going on with candidates so that they don't feel nervous and to add a human element to our call. It makes them feel more at ease and establishes trust, making our call more successful.
When I had to speak at Web Summit right after a siezure, I shared the experience and the audience connected. They found strength in my story and gumption. As a result, my speech was more memorable.
Use everything life throws at you to grow and succeed. Every experience has value and an aspect of upward momentum if you will just look to apply it.
For me, I can use openness and candor to connect to audiences, clients, and candidates. I also take this time to catch up on admin work.
I am productive WITH my condition, not inspite of it.
Be great everyone!
(You will hear some Schitt's Creek and my kitty Livvy in this video... no apologies for either. 😊)
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