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Autism Advocacy, NeuroEdge, and Film Festival Recognition: My Neurodivergent Journey So Far in 2025
If you'd have told me at the end of 2024 what was coming in the first few months of this year, I’d have smiled politely and dismissed it....
Tobey Alexander
Apr 193 min read


How Routine and Creativity Help Me Stay Grounded
I’ve learned a lot about stability the hard way. Not from textbooks. Not from mindfulness apps. But from falling flat on my face enough...
Tobey Alexander
Apr 132 min read


From Masking to the Microphone: Reflecting on an Unforgettable Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Last week was...well, it was something else! If you’d told me ten years ago that I’d one day be standing on stage at New Scotland Yard,...
Tobey Alexander
Mar 244 min read


Neuro-Inclusion...not a fad!
Recently, I’ve found myself in some deeply thought-provoking conversations about neurodiversity. Specifically, I’ve heard it dismissed as...
Tobey Alexander
Jan 263 min read


Writing Through Doubt: My Journey as a Neurodivergent Author ✍️✨
For years, writing was my private sanctuary, a way to self-regulate, process emotions, and channel the whirlwind of thoughts.
Tobey Alexander
Jan 203 min read


Reflecting on 2024: Hard Lessons, Real Growth, and a Look Ahead to 2025
🎢 2024 has been a rollercoaster—full of growth, challenges, and moments that forced me to pause, reflect, and recalibrate. It’s been a...
Tobey Alexander
Dec 26, 20242 min read


Why Neurodivergent Inclusion Is the Supercharger the World Needs
As an AuDHD writer working across books and screenplays, I’ve often found myself reflecting on how the creative arts thrive on unique...
Tobey Alexander
Dec 18, 20244 min read


Redefining Success: From People-Pleasing to Self-Fulfilment
This morning’s lie-in (before heading into my dungeon/cellar for a weights session—yes, I know rest days are important, but they drive me...
Tobey Alexander
Dec 15, 20242 min read


The Cost of Speaking Up: Why Many Stay Silent
For years, I didn’t dare speak up. Not only because of the societal norms I grew up with!
Tobey Alexander
Dec 14, 20242 min read


Can AI Become a Neurodivergent Mind’s Best Mate (With Some Limitations, of Course)?
For those of us with neurodivergent brains, like myself (a proud member of the AuDHD club), staying on task can sometimes feel like...
Tobey Alexander
Sep 21, 20245 min read


Exciting News: The Raven Audiobook Series Has Officially Launched!
After years of nurturing this story in the depths of my imagination, I’m incredibly excited to announce that The Raven audiobook series...
Tobey Alexander
Sep 15, 20245 min read


Just My Thoughts - Balancing Act
When people step forward to champion or advocate for a section of society, it often comes with a critical eye. In recent months I have...
Tobey Alexander
Aug 25, 20243 min read


The Authenticity Gap: A Call for Change
In today's fast-paced work environment, many of us find ourselves trapped in the routine, doing the same old things without much thought....
Tobey Alexander
Aug 9, 20242 min read


Fostering Open Cultures
Fosteein incusive an open cultures is key to empowrring and supporting the growing neurodiverse workforce.
Tobey Alexander
Jul 30, 20241 min read


Back In My Day...
The number of times I have heard particularly infuriating phrases about neurodivergent conditions is beyond count, and I know I am not...
Tobey Alexander
Jul 22, 20242 min read


Concealment Culture
As I have spent time working on the idea of You Are Your Only Limit (aka YAYOL) as a semi-autobiographical exploration of my...
Tobey Alexander
Jul 15, 20244 min read


The Drain of Toxic Environments on Neurodiverse Individuals
Living and working in a toxic environment is draining for anyone, but for neurodiverse individuals, it can be downright devastating. So...
Tobey Alexander
Jul 8, 20242 min read


Substance Over Lip Service: The Key to Genuine Support for Neurodiversity
In today's world, where responsibility and social awareness are in the spotlight, it’s bloody frustrating to see the persistent gap...
Tobey Alexander
Jul 2, 20243 min read


Timothy Scott: "Shadow Island" Screenplay Receives Honorable Mention
I am thrilled to share that my screenplay, "Timothy Scott: Shadow Island," has received an Honorable Mention at the Widescreen Film &...
Tobey Alexander
Jun 30, 20243 min read


Police Federation Article
I was absolutely honoured to be featured in an article from the Police Federation celebrating the recognition for my work supporting...
Tobey Alexander
Jun 26, 20241 min read
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