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How we think or speak shapes our outlook more than we realise. When we say “I have to,” it feels like a burden, a demand, a weight on our shoulders. But “I get to” reframes the task as an opportunity or privilege.

For anyone, leaving home is exciting and overwhelming all at once. But if you’re autistic or have ADHD, the shift can feel extra huge: new routines, new people, new expectations. The good news is that you can absolutely thrive, especially if you go in prepared. Remember, everyone needs to adapt to successfully adjust to university life; and everyone’s journey is unique to them.

Taking a holiday or break from our usual surroundings has long been known to have a multitude of benefits, with recent research showing that the holiday highs can stay with us for more than 3 weeks after we get home (British Psychological Society, March 2025). But apart from the usual holiday expectations, what do we gain from taking time out?

So the holidays are almost upon us… which bring with them a freedom from routine, weeks to fill - away from the school bell and the daily...