Empowering neurodivergent individuals through community, understanding, and celebration of our unique strengths.
Understanding Our Mission
Mission Statement: Squirrel Space is created to foster community & connections to expand awareness, resources, and advocacy for the neurodivergent community in a way that celebrates our differences and promotes psychological safety across digital, physical, and hybrid spaces. Our goal is to nurture the creativity, compassion, and sense of justice in all people to transform the world into a kinder place.
Together, we can build this Squirrel Space, one acorn at a time.
What is Squirrel Space all about? And what is Neurodiversity?

Neurodiversity is the understanding that every brain is unique — and that differences in thinking, learning, sensing, communicating, and experiencing the world are a natural and valuable part of human diversity.
Just as biodiversity strengthens an ecosystem, neurodiversity strengthens our communities, workplaces, and relationships.
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) are neurodevelopmental differences that affect how our brains process information, manage attention, and regulate energy.
It's Not a Deficit - It's a Difference
While traditionally viewed through a medical lens of "deficits," we prefer to think of ADHD and Autism (and other neurodivergences) to be different, not something to "fix" as much as to understand and celebrate. Neurological differences come with challenges and incredible strengths that can be nurtured and fostered when we design for people whose brains are wired differently than a neurotypical one.
Common Experiences Include:
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Difficulty with traditional focus and attention patterns
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Hyperfocus on topics of intense interest
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Creative and innovative thinking
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High energy and enthusiasm
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Sensitivity to environments, noises, sensation, and emotions
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Difficulty with time management and organization
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Strong sense of justice and compassion
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Fine detail processing memory
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Depth of thinking, emotional expression, and empathy
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Ability to think outside the box
Our Superpowers
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Reflective, imaginative, internally rich thinking
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Strong verbal or creative intelligence
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Exceptional pattern recognition and systems thinking
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Honesty, loyalty, and deep ethical clarity
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Ability to focus intensely on areas of passion
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High attention to detail + strong memory (especially long-term)
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Fast, intuitive problem-solving
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Hyperfocus on meaningful tasks
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Energetic, spontaneous, resilient

Why Squirrel Space?
Like squirrels gathering acorns for winter, we believe in collecting and sharing the small moments that sustain us. For neurodivergent individuals, these "acorns" might be a coping strategy that worked, a moment of understanding, or simply knowing you're not alone.
Our platform recognizes that ADHD, anxiety, autism, and other neurodivergences aren't disorders to be fixed - they're different ways of experiencing and contributing to the world. We're here to celebrate those differences while providing practical support for the

Our Values
Compassion First
Every interaction is guided by empathy, understanding, and genuine care for our community members.
Inclusive Community
We celebrate all forms of neurodivergence and create space for every story to be heard and valued.
Practical Support
We provide real, actionable tools and resources that make a tangible difference in daily life
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