Finding Love and Success as a Neurodivergent Black Man

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As a neurodiverse person too, Tumi has experienced the chaos that comes with it, struggling to be organized and often needing assistance from his wife. Tumi's neurodiversity is Dyspraxia, one of the least recognised or understood forms of neurodiversity. Interestingly, Dyspraxia is more prevalent than ADHD and Autism in the UK; however, there are close to 50 times more publications about the latter than the former.

Dyspraxia is medically described as Developmental Coordination Disorder. "Dys" means difficulty while "Praxia" means Action. Hence, it means difficulty executing gross or fine motor skills. It also includes struggling with organization, time management, forgetfulness, and sleep. On the other hand, some of the strengths include creativity, empathy, and the ability to speak publicly.

Audacity and confidence—how do they shape our personal and professional lives, especially for a dyspraxic man finding love in a world filled with societal expectations? Sarah and her guest unpack this topic with heartfelt anecdotes, from overcoming insecurities to the significant role of empathy and strong friendships. The discussion extends to navigating employment as a neurodivergent person, highlighting the impact of representation, mentorship, and advocacy within the Black neurodiversity community. This episode also touches on the practicalities of daily life challenges and the crucial need for systemic support, providing a comprehensive look into the world of neurodiversity and success.
● Tumi’s website: www.theblackdyspraxic.com

● Connect with Tumi on LinkedIn (Tumi Sotire), Twitter (Tumi Sotire), and Instagram (@theblackdyspraxic)
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Capítulos

1. Finding Love and Success as a Neurodivergent Black Man (00:00:00)

2. Tumi's experience with Dyspraxia (00:06:03)

3. The intersectionality of being a black man with neurodiversity. (00:09:46)

4. Tumi's resilience towards obstacles (00:19:03)

5. Finding love with neurodiversity. (00:23:45)

6. Becoming a successful influencer within the neurodiversity space. (00:38:38)

7. The closure of the Dyspraxia Foundation (00:44:50)

8. Navigating daily life as a dyspraxic (00:48:00)

9. Facing people who see you differently. (00:59:12)

10. Strengths vs Weakness of neurodiversity. (01:13:30)

11. Connect with Tumi. (01:16:30)