Neuro bounty - How foragers deal with Neurodivergence. 3. Wild Bee (UK) - Differences not deficits
Sep 29, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Wild Bee, a singer-songwriter and artist with a passion for outdoor education, shares their journey of discovering neurodivergence. They explore the sensory joys of nature, reflecting on the experiences of rain and snow in the woods. Wild introduces the concept of 'spiky profiles,' celebrating neurodivergent strengths. They also discuss their upcoming woodland children's book and advocate for greater acceptance and understanding of neurodiversity while emphasizing the importance of reducing masking in society.
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Elderberry Chutney Kitchen Memory
- Wild Bee remembers watching Angelique make elderberry chutney and mostly observing while stirring.
- They kept a jar in their fridge despite finding the chutney taste challenging with blue-vein cheese.
Blizzard Day At The Forest Nursery
- Angelique and Wild Bee recall a London forest nursery blizzard where kids loved sledding and exploring.
- They both describe the enveloping sensory change snow brings, including the sound and boot crunch.
Less Filtering, Richer Sensory Perception
- Wild Bee suggests neurodivergent people pick up richer sensory detail because they filter less environmental input.
- That heightened perception makes foraging and noticing subtle cues easier and more rewarding.
