Sensory City

08/13/2024

The Boston Convention & Exhibition Center has set a commendable example by recognizing the importance of sensory inclusivity. By training their staff and becoming the first sensory-friendly convention center in the northeast, they have shown a dedication to creating a welcoming environment for all. Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Boston Convention and Exhibition Center

04/13/2023

04/12/2023

An Airbus 380 is on its way across the Atlantic. It flies consistently at 800 km/h at 30,000 feet, when suddenly a Eurofighter with a Tempo Mach 2 appears.

The pilot of the fighter jet slows down, flies alongside the Airbus and greets the pilot of the passenger plane by radio: "Airbus, boring flight isn’t it? Now have a look here!"

He rolls his jet on its back, accelerates, breaks through the sound barrier, rises rapidly to a dizzying height, and then swoops down almost to sea level in a breathtaking dive. He loops back next to the Airbus and asks: "Well, how was that?"

The Airbus pilot answers: "Very impressive, but watch this!"

The jet pilot watches the Airbus, but nothing happens. It continues to fly straight, at the same speed. After 15 minutes, the Airbus pilot radios, "Well, how was that?

Confused, the jet pilot asks, "What did you do?"

The AirBus pilot laughs and says: "I got up, stretched my legs, walked to the back of the aircraft to use the washroom, then got a cup of coffee and a chocolate fudge pastry."

The moral of the story is: When you’re young, speed and adrenaline seems to be great. But as you get older and wiser, you learn that comfort and peace are more important.

This is called S.O.S.: Slower, Older and Smarter.

Dedicated to all my senior friends ~ it’s time to slow down and enjoy the rest of the trip. 🤗❤

Author Unknown

02/27/2023

02/25/2023

It's ok.

09/10/2021

https://www.understood.org/articles/en/understanding-sensory-processing-issues

What is sensory processing disorder, and how does it affect kids? Use this comprehensive guide to understand sensory processing disorder in children.

07/28/2021

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.additudemag.com/sensory-processing-disorder-girls/amp/

"This can’t be 'normal,' we thought. I’m sorry I kept trying to compare you to normal. I’m sorry if you felt like we were complaining about you or trying to change you."

07/02/2021

Let’s make sure we keep our friends with sensory sensitivity in mind as we celebrate this weekend!

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06/24/2021

https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/overstimulation-autism/

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06/18/2021

https://www-timesnownews-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.timesnownews.com/amp/the-buzz/article/autistic-pride-day-2021-history-significance-and-quotes/772167

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