Before You Crash: Map Neurodivergent Burnout and Rebuild Capacity

Burnout can be easy to miss when someone still looks as though they are coping. For neurodivergent adults, sustained masking, sensory load, executive demand and environments that do not fit can gradually push demand beyond capacity.

Join Nat Hawley, MSc, founder of Divergent Thinking, for a practical, evidence-informed session. You will learn how to notice overload earlier, identify what is draining capacity and choose realistic next steps. No formal diagnosis or prior knowledge is needed.

Part of Divergent Thinking’s weekly community webinar series: practical, neuro-inclusive learning for real life and work.

What you’ll learn

• Recognise cognitive, emotional, sensory, physical and behavioural warning signs
• Use a simple demand–capacity map to understand what is tipping the balance
• Reduce demand through boundaries, simplification, adjustments and renegotiation
• Choose recovery approaches that work with neurodivergent needs
• Create a realistic next-step plan without “new me” pressure

Who it’s for

• Neurodivergent adults, including autistic, ADHD, dyslexic, dyspraxic and AuDHD people
• People who are diagnosed, self-identified or exploring neurodivergence
• Anyone supporting neurodivergent adults at work, at home or in the community

This is psychoeducation, not therapy. You will never be asked to share personal or medical information.

What to expect

• A 60-minute live online webinar
• Clear explanations, practical examples and guided reflection
• Optional anonymous Mentimeter activities, chat and Q&A
• A recording sent to everyone who registers

Accessibility and participation

• Live automated captions available
• Camera and microphone optional
• Join by listening, using anonymous Mentimeter, posting in chat or asking a question
• Pass, pause or step away at any time

To discuss another access need, use Eventbrite’s Contact the organiser option.

60-minute agenda

• 00:00–00:05 Welcome, access choices and what burnout is
• 00:05–00:15 Why neurodivergent burnout is often missed
• 00:15–00:30 Warning signs and personal patterns
• 00:30–00:45 Demand–capacity mapping
• 00:45–00:55 Practical recovery and prevention strategies
• 00:55–01:00 Q&A and one next step