Chronically The Sickest 78. AuDHD with Saffron Canny-Smith @neurosparklysaffy
Oct 3, 2025
Saffron Canny-Smith is an Autistic and ADHD content creator and advocate, offering insight into the world of neurodiversity. She discusses her journey through autistic burnout and the importance of finding community online. Saffron shares practical coping strategies, from dopamine dressing to the nuances of ADHD medication. She also reflects on her experiences with healthcare systems and the value of supportive doctors. Finally, she highlights the significance of quality rest and connecting with the neurodivergent community for a sense of belonging.
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Burnout Sparked Her Online Community
- Saffron started posting about her autistic burnout after feeling alone in her experiences and found an affirming online community.
- Receiving messages from strangers who related made her feel that sharing was worthwhile.
Reading As A Resting Special Interest
- Saffron reads constantly and counted 98 books this year while resting through burnout.
- She re-read What Katie Did because the protagonist spends time in bed and shifts mindset, which Saffron found relatable.
Always-Being-Sick As A Baseline
- Saffron describes 'chronically the sickest' as the persistent experience of always being unwell.
- She links childhood frequent infections and long-term illness to a lifelong baseline of sickness.
