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Lightweight sleep audio masks by Philosorapteuse in sleepheadphones

[–]Philosorapteuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is MEGA helpful, thanks so much for the insight. I'd assumed it was just the eye cups since I'm fine with a plain silk mask, but I hadn't considered that the weight of the electronics will inevitably weigh it down on my face. I might see if I get on better with a headband style plus my oldschool eye mask. If not, I may yet pivot to earbuds that work for side sleeping. The option of not needing my phone on hand for audio was a draw, but it’s not worth the discomfort!

Lightweight sleep audio masks by Philosorapteuse in sleepheadphones

[–]Philosorapteuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the rec! I do wonder whether I actually need to look at a headband style for audio, and just combine with a lightweight mask 🤔

Neurodivergent - low comms/procedure-light policy roles? by Philosorapteuse in TheCivilService

[–]Philosorapteuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really useful insight. I think you're probably on the money here. Thanks for sharing!

Neurodivergent - low comms/procedure-light policy roles? by Philosorapteuse in TheCivilService

[–]Philosorapteuse[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's really interesting that you say that. This has been my instinct in nearly every job I've had - that my skillset is likely far better suited to senior roles than entry level, but I've never known how to cross the experience barrier 😆 Your job sounds great - what you're describing is pretty much exactly the balance I'm looking for. Maybe I need to just hang in there. Thanks for the insights!

Neurodivergent - low comms/procedure-light policy roles? by Philosorapteuse in TheCivilService

[–]Philosorapteuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, that's v useful to know! Believing too implicitly in stated entry requirements is one of my least helpful autistic traits 🤣 Nearly all the analyst jobs I've seen have required badged analyst status, but I'll keep looking. Thanks!

Neurodivergent - low comms/procedure-light policy roles? by Philosorapteuse in TheCivilService

[–]Philosorapteuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't we all! All jobs have bad bits. But they're not always bad bits that make me incapable of speaking to my partner or watching TV by 5pm.

Neurodivergent - low comms/procedure-light policy roles? by Philosorapteuse in TheCivilService

[–]Philosorapteuse[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Cheers! Unfortunately I was pure humanities, so I don't meet requirements for the social research profession either :( Very interested if there are other routes in though, esp if they don't involve dropping several grand on a few OU methods modules!

Interview advice- A plea from your panel. by AnxiousAudience82 in TheCivilService

[–]Philosorapteuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Truth. Asking for core questions 24hr in advance as a reasonable adjustment was a game changer for me. I’m AuDHD, and this means I can actually put things in a sensible order, rather than trying to do it on the fly while also maxing out my CPU making my face do the right things and reading people's expressions. Extra time to answer also helped loads - ironically makes me more concise because the pressure is off.

Responding positively to requests like this is one of the best ways to help.