The Blindboy Podcast The Woman whose name was Horse
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Sep 3, 2025 Embrace the quirks of existence with a humorous take on autumn in Limerick and unexpected media attention on bird behavior. The speaker shares candid anecdotes from a festival performance, exploring the joys and challenges of life. Delve into the complexities of neurodivergent burnout, where overstimulation meets self-acceptance. The poignant tale of Magine, a resilient widow in early 20th century Ireland, highlights life's inevitable changes and lessons. Finally, enjoy amusing stories about pets and the importance of accepting life's uncertainties.
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Burnout Feels Like Losing Your Bearings
- Blindboy explains neurodivergent burnout as disorientation after social overstimulation.
- He reorients by grounding in the present through senses and mindful breathing.
Ground Yourself With Sensory Checks
- Practice grounding: notice feet, breath, temperature and sounds to reorient yourself.
- Use consistent mindfulness checks to stop fading away during overload.
Chewing Paper Like A Wasp To Plug A Hole
- Blindboy recounts a wasp trying to enter a tiny hole in his window and his creative solution.
- He mimicked wasp behaviour by chewing manual pages and stuffing the hole, which reduced noise and blocked the insect.