Stickman Communications
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Stickmen helping to build understanding and acceptance of hidden disabilities and chronic illness, in a way that empowers us. (Run by Hannah Ensor - who has #hypermobility #PoTS and probably other stuff.) +talking about personal experience of #disability
Wishing you all a happy Christmas - whether it's a busy one, a quiet one, seeing many people, or spending time alone. I hope it brings you peace.
December 24, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Wishing you all a happy Christmas - whether it's a busy one, a quiet one, seeing many people, or spending time alone. I hope it brings you peace.
Sometimes pacing goes well, sometimes we mess up. Today: I messed up. I was OK to do a bit of stuff on my laptop. So I carefully put new batteries in my timer, and got to work.
2 hours later... I hadn't moved and no alarm.
Turns out, I'd not turned the timer to a time! Muppet. Oh well.
2 hours later... I hadn't moved and no alarm.
Turns out, I'd not turned the timer to a time! Muppet. Oh well.
December 18, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Sometimes pacing goes well, sometimes we mess up. Today: I messed up. I was OK to do a bit of stuff on my laptop. So I carefully put new batteries in my timer, and got to work.
2 hours later... I hadn't moved and no alarm.
Turns out, I'd not turned the timer to a time! Muppet. Oh well.
2 hours later... I hadn't moved and no alarm.
Turns out, I'd not turned the timer to a time! Muppet. Oh well.
If you want anything posting before Christmas, our last day packing orders this year is tomorrow! So make sure your order lands before midday tomorrow (UK time) otherwise it will have to wait until the new year.
This year we plan to close for Christmas on Thursday 18th at midday(ish) then reopen on Friday 2nd Jan. Orders placed during this time will be processed when we reopen in January.
December 17, 2025 at 4:28 PM
If you want anything posting before Christmas, our last day packing orders this year is tomorrow! So make sure your order lands before midday tomorrow (UK time) otherwise it will have to wait until the new year.
Would people be interested in vinyl sticker versions of our magnetic parking signs? - They'd probably cost about £3.50 each. I'm trying to work out whether enough people would want them to be financially viable. www.stickmancommunications.co.uk/browse-by-pr...
December 16, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Would people be interested in vinyl sticker versions of our magnetic parking signs? - They'd probably cost about £3.50 each. I'm trying to work out whether enough people would want them to be financially viable. www.stickmancommunications.co.uk/browse-by-pr...
Let's talk sensory overload and sensory sensitivities that build up to overload. What are some things that are absolute sensory NO for you - but are very much a social norm? For me: Makeup. Any type of foundation and I can feel it ALL DAY, distracting, irritating, meaning it takes conscious effort -
December 15, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Let's talk sensory overload and sensory sensitivities that build up to overload. What are some things that are absolute sensory NO for you - but are very much a social norm? For me: Makeup. Any type of foundation and I can feel it ALL DAY, distracting, irritating, meaning it takes conscious effort -
For anyone who struggles with the expectations of extra physical contact at Christmas - all the hugs, kisses, handshakes, pats on the back / head etc -we have a couple of little visual reminders that can be worn or shown, reminding people not to touch you without permission -
December 14, 2025 at 5:09 PM
For anyone who struggles with the expectations of extra physical contact at Christmas - all the hugs, kisses, handshakes, pats on the back / head etc -we have a couple of little visual reminders that can be worn or shown, reminding people not to touch you without permission -
One short enews sent! Today was 90% rest, but by 18:30 I started to feel a bit alive again. So I sent out a stickman communications enews (the last task I had to do this week). Now I'll get a hot drink and a snack, and curl up in my recharge nest again. I need to get beyond 'just about ok' if I can!
December 12, 2025 at 7:41 PM
One short enews sent! Today was 90% rest, but by 18:30 I started to feel a bit alive again. So I sent out a stickman communications enews (the last task I had to do this week). Now I'll get a hot drink and a snack, and curl up in my recharge nest again. I need to get beyond 'just about ok' if I can!
It's been an exceptionally busy week - and sure enough it's caught up with me! Limbs are heavy. Swallowing is hard. Can't concentrate. But this is all within my normal and I know the path through it, so I'm in bed and nesting all day today, listening to Terry Pratchett audiobooks and watching clouds
December 12, 2025 at 1:14 PM
It's been an exceptionally busy week - and sure enough it's caught up with me! Limbs are heavy. Swallowing is hard. Can't concentrate. But this is all within my normal and I know the path through it, so I'm in bed and nesting all day today, listening to Terry Pratchett audiobooks and watching clouds
In my post yesterday asking for feedback on my 'need a seat' card, several people replied saying they'd find a queue card useful - so I thought I'd share our queue card - or 'wait in line' - as that's more internationally understood. A way to ask for what you need without needing to find -
December 9, 2025 at 7:02 PM
In my post yesterday asking for feedback on my 'need a seat' card, several people replied saying they'd find a queue card useful - so I thought I'd share our queue card - or 'wait in line' - as that's more internationally understood. A way to ask for what you need without needing to find -
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Hey artists and makers - if you’re seeing very few sales right now, please know that it’s not a reflection of your worth or skill. Across the board, not making back our table fees and expenses, and that’s really scary.
If you can, please shop small this season. We really need your support.
If you can, please shop small this season. We really need your support.
December 8, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Hey artists and makers - if you’re seeing very few sales right now, please know that it’s not a reflection of your worth or skill. Across the board, not making back our table fees and expenses, and that’s really scary.
If you can, please shop small this season. We really need your support.
If you can, please shop small this season. We really need your support.
We're reviewing our mobility problems - need a seat card. We'd love your feedback, whether you might use it or be shown it.
● Would you find this helpful?
● Is the info clear?
● Are any key points missing?
● Any improvements to suggest?
We look forward to hearing from you!
#HiddenDisability
● Would you find this helpful?
● Is the info clear?
● Are any key points missing?
● Any improvements to suggest?
We look forward to hearing from you!
#HiddenDisability
December 8, 2025 at 6:37 PM
We're reviewing our mobility problems - need a seat card. We'd love your feedback, whether you might use it or be shown it.
● Would you find this helpful?
● Is the info clear?
● Are any key points missing?
● Any improvements to suggest?
We look forward to hearing from you!
#HiddenDisability
● Would you find this helpful?
● Is the info clear?
● Are any key points missing?
● Any improvements to suggest?
We look forward to hearing from you!
#HiddenDisability
As Christmas approaches remember that people with fatigue, overwhelm, pain etc may not be able to do everything. Our symptoms often aren't obvious until they are extremely severe. We may need to prioritise, attend short sections rather than full events, lie down, take breaks, move about etc.
December 7, 2025 at 5:09 PM
As Christmas approaches remember that people with fatigue, overwhelm, pain etc may not be able to do everything. Our symptoms often aren't obvious until they are extremely severe. We may need to prioritise, attend short sections rather than full events, lie down, take breaks, move about etc.
I got a new #wheelchair - my first NHS chair (although I've been using wheels for around 20 years). I'm loving it! And I thought I'd share some of the things I had to consider when getting the chair, and deciding what set up would work for me:
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December 6, 2025 at 5:09 PM
I got a new #wheelchair - my first NHS chair (although I've been using wheels for around 20 years). I'm loving it! And I thought I'd share some of the things I had to consider when getting the chair, and deciding what set up would work for me:
www.stickmancommunications.co.uk/post/practic...
www.stickmancommunications.co.uk/post/practic...
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One particular challenge of managing non-visible symptoms - like pain, overwhelm, and fatigue, is how often we 'push through' and aggravate them because social norms say we can't behave in the way we actually need to. For example, I've just been chatting with someone who -
December 5, 2025 at 5:09 PM
One particular challenge of managing non-visible symptoms - like pain, overwhelm, and fatigue, is how often we 'push through' and aggravate them because social norms say we can't behave in the way we actually need to. For example, I've just been chatting with someone who -
One particular challenge of managing non-visible symptoms - like pain, overwhelm, and fatigue, is how often we 'push through' and aggravate them because social norms say we can't behave in the way we actually need to. For example, I've just been chatting with someone who -
December 5, 2025 at 5:09 PM
One particular challenge of managing non-visible symptoms - like pain, overwhelm, and fatigue, is how often we 'push through' and aggravate them because social norms say we can't behave in the way we actually need to. For example, I've just been chatting with someone who -
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If you want a reliable way of staying up to date with Stickman Communications - without relying on the algorithm showing you a specific post, sign up to our enews at the bottom of www.stickmancommunications.co.uk
Officially I'm supposed to send it once every 2 months, but -
Officially I'm supposed to send it once every 2 months, but -
December 4, 2025 at 5:09 PM
If you want a reliable way of staying up to date with Stickman Communications - without relying on the algorithm showing you a specific post, sign up to our enews at the bottom of www.stickmancommunications.co.uk
Officially I'm supposed to send it once every 2 months, but -
Officially I'm supposed to send it once every 2 months, but -
If you want a reliable way of staying up to date with Stickman Communications - without relying on the algorithm showing you a specific post, sign up to our enews at the bottom of www.stickmancommunications.co.uk
Officially I'm supposed to send it once every 2 months, but -
Officially I'm supposed to send it once every 2 months, but -
December 4, 2025 at 5:09 PM
If you want a reliable way of staying up to date with Stickman Communications - without relying on the algorithm showing you a specific post, sign up to our enews at the bottom of www.stickmancommunications.co.uk
Officially I'm supposed to send it once every 2 months, but -
Officially I'm supposed to send it once every 2 months, but -
My wheelchair use always increases during busy periods as I try and manage my symptoms while also trying to do more.
For many of wheelchair users, wheelchairs aren't useful because we can't walk at all, but because they enable us to join in more with life, and to manage symptoms that -
For many of wheelchair users, wheelchairs aren't useful because we can't walk at all, but because they enable us to join in more with life, and to manage symptoms that -
December 3, 2025 at 6:45 PM
My wheelchair use always increases during busy periods as I try and manage my symptoms while also trying to do more.
For many of wheelchair users, wheelchairs aren't useful because we can't walk at all, but because they enable us to join in more with life, and to manage symptoms that -
For many of wheelchair users, wheelchairs aren't useful because we can't walk at all, but because they enable us to join in more with life, and to manage symptoms that -
After years of managing my unstable pelvis really well (all things considered) I got a new wheelchair with a slightly different seating position - then spent too long sat in it at one go. Ow. much lying down for a day or two. Then strict 20 minute limits while my body adjusts. #hypermobility
December 3, 2025 at 5:55 PM
After years of managing my unstable pelvis really well (all things considered) I got a new wheelchair with a slightly different seating position - then spent too long sat in it at one go. Ow. much lying down for a day or two. Then strict 20 minute limits while my body adjusts. #hypermobility
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I’ve been a disability advocate in literary spaces for the past nine years. On #IDPWD2025, let’s remember to support the disabled creatives in all artistic fields. And please, let’s work together to make accessible spaces the norm! #IDPWD #Disability
December 3, 2025 at 5:28 PM
I’ve been a disability advocate in literary spaces for the past nine years. On #IDPWD2025, let’s remember to support the disabled creatives in all artistic fields. And please, let’s work together to make accessible spaces the norm! #IDPWD #Disability
I used to feel guilty about closing for 2 weeks at Christmas but it's really helpful. By stopping work I reduce my everyday demands, and so have the energy to add in some Christmas festivity instead, and be able to enjoy it, rather than it being extra demands that I can't cope with.
December 2, 2025 at 5:22 PM
I used to feel guilty about closing for 2 weeks at Christmas but it's really helpful. By stopping work I reduce my everyday demands, and so have the energy to add in some Christmas festivity instead, and be able to enjoy it, rather than it being extra demands that I can't cope with.
This year we plan to close for Christmas on Thursday 18th at midday(ish) then reopen on Friday 2nd Jan. Orders placed during this time will be processed when we reopen in January.
December 2, 2025 at 5:09 PM
This year we plan to close for Christmas on Thursday 18th at midday(ish) then reopen on Friday 2nd Jan. Orders placed during this time will be processed when we reopen in January.
Today has been one of those days that's too busy for ideal pacing - so while I've been able to take short breaks, move about regularly, sit quietly and zone out for a bit a few times, and used various aids, I've not had a proper break. So this evening is one big time-out relaxation chill time -
December 1, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Today has been one of those days that's too busy for ideal pacing - so while I've been able to take short breaks, move about regularly, sit quietly and zone out for a bit a few times, and used various aids, I've not had a proper break. So this evening is one big time-out relaxation chill time -
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if you struggle to get stuff done when you don’t feel like it (or know someone who does and still needs a present), The Anti-Planner has:
✔ 165+ activities, strategies, and games
✔ no guilt
✔ no cliche advice
✔ just brain hacks that actually work from someone who's been there
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✔ 165+ activities, strategies, and games
✔ no guilt
✔ no cliche advice
✔ just brain hacks that actually work from someone who's been there
anti-planner.com
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November 30, 2025 at 2:47 AM
if you struggle to get stuff done when you don’t feel like it (or know someone who does and still needs a present), The Anti-Planner has:
✔ 165+ activities, strategies, and games
✔ no guilt
✔ no cliche advice
✔ just brain hacks that actually work from someone who's been there
anti-planner.com
✔ 165+ activities, strategies, and games
✔ no guilt
✔ no cliche advice
✔ just brain hacks that actually work from someone who's been there
anti-planner.com
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Every year we make a free-to-download-and-print-off-yourself colouring-in Advent Calendar. This year’s heavily features Bigfoots. Please share!
Download it for free here… www.worldofmoose.com/pages/2025-b...
Download it for free here… www.worldofmoose.com/pages/2025-b...
November 29, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Every year we make a free-to-download-and-print-off-yourself colouring-in Advent Calendar. This year’s heavily features Bigfoots. Please share!
Download it for free here… www.worldofmoose.com/pages/2025-b...
Download it for free here… www.worldofmoose.com/pages/2025-b...