“I LOVE these so much!! This will save my entire neurospicy family. We have all used them. They are wonderful and we love them. Thank you!!”
— Review from Jennifer, Neurodivergent from Minnesota
The Planning:
Go through the book and plan what you need if the card is used. Write notes and make plans so that you are safe and your partner knows what to do. Make a list of medications, doctors numbers, emergency numbers, favorite meals, comfort spaces and objects, safe words, and anything else you might need. Make sure you can change it when you need.
The Use:
Using the card means your partner goes into action with your pre-planned actions. Hand it to your partner, wear it like a badge, or hold the card up so that your partner can see it easily before they interact.
The Point:
Using the card is another form of communication when you can’t easily speak. Your partner isn’t supposed to take the cards personally when presented, and understand that you’ll pick things back up when you’re feeling ready and able to. These are to communicate easily, not start fights or pick on each other.
The Examples:
- Prop the Hyperfocused card on the desk so others around you know to leave you alone.
- Hang the Angry card on a lanyard so others know to leave you alone.
- Slip the Dead Battery card into your partner’s pocket so you can leave without making a scene.
- Only the Angel Shot card needs to be waved around so people can notice it and get you help.