Michael H
@theboyoutside.bsky.social
Cycling instructor and ride leader.
Advocate for active travel
Amateur photographer, music lover, bookworm and proud Northumbrian.
High functioning autistic.
Advocate for active travel
Amateur photographer, music lover, bookworm and proud Northumbrian.
High functioning autistic.
Perfect morning for a coastal cycle commute, capturing the changing light as I made me way into North Tyneside
January 14, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Perfect morning for a coastal cycle commute, capturing the changing light as I made me way into North Tyneside
Capturing a bit of gorgeous early light around Killingworth on this mornings ride to work.
January 8, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Capturing a bit of gorgeous early light around Killingworth on this mornings ride to work.
It's tough being #autistic
The part of my brain that likes to be thorough says go left, because I have to check that path for accessibility (and I know it's fully accessible)
The part that likes to do it's own thing says go right because it's more fun.
It really is a tough choice 🤣
The part of my brain that likes to be thorough says go left, because I have to check that path for accessibility (and I know it's fully accessible)
The part that likes to do it's own thing says go right because it's more fun.
It really is a tough choice 🤣
December 17, 2024 at 12:48 PM
It's tough being #autistic
The part of my brain that likes to be thorough says go left, because I have to check that path for accessibility (and I know it's fully accessible)
The part that likes to do it's own thing says go right because it's more fun.
It really is a tough choice 🤣
The part of my brain that likes to be thorough says go left, because I have to check that path for accessibility (and I know it's fully accessible)
The part that likes to do it's own thing says go right because it's more fun.
It really is a tough choice 🤣
Reposted by Michael H
Word of the morning is ‘williwaw’ (19th century): a sudden violent squall or a toppling gust of wind.
Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.
Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.
December 7, 2024 at 11:34 AM
Word of the morning is ‘williwaw’ (19th century): a sudden violent squall or a toppling gust of wind.
Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.
Goes well with ‘thunderplump’: a sudden downpour that soaks you to the skin in seconds.
Reposted by Michael H
Just Past Sunset - watercolour, watercolour pencil and acrylic - by Scottish #wildlife artist, Lucy Newton
More of this artist's stunning paintings, here: lucynewtonartist.com
#art #fox #wildlifeartist #nature
More of this artist's stunning paintings, here: lucynewtonartist.com
#art #fox #wildlifeartist #nature
November 24, 2024 at 5:14 PM
Just Past Sunset - watercolour, watercolour pencil and acrylic - by Scottish #wildlife artist, Lucy Newton
More of this artist's stunning paintings, here: lucynewtonartist.com
#art #fox #wildlifeartist #nature
More of this artist's stunning paintings, here: lucynewtonartist.com
#art #fox #wildlifeartist #nature
First week flying high in the bright #bluesky
Connected with some of the better folk from that other place
Connected with some new folk
Maintaining my passion for #activetravel
Reinvigorating my love of #photography
Continuing to connect wit other #autistic & #neurodiverse lovelies
Connected with some of the better folk from that other place
Connected with some new folk
Maintaining my passion for #activetravel
Reinvigorating my love of #photography
Continuing to connect wit other #autistic & #neurodiverse lovelies
November 24, 2024 at 9:28 PM
First week flying high in the bright #bluesky
Connected with some of the better folk from that other place
Connected with some new folk
Maintaining my passion for #activetravel
Reinvigorating my love of #photography
Continuing to connect wit other #autistic & #neurodiverse lovelies
Connected with some of the better folk from that other place
Connected with some new folk
Maintaining my passion for #activetravel
Reinvigorating my love of #photography
Continuing to connect wit other #autistic & #neurodiverse lovelies
Reposted by Michael H
Autistic shutdowns are a response to stress. While some autistic people may stop responding entirely, others who usually speak may only be able to say one or two words. If someone stops responding in their usual way, that may mean they are in shutdown mode.
reframingautism.org.au/all-about-au...
reframingautism.org.au/all-about-au...
All About Autistic Shutdowns: A Guide for Allies - Reframing Autism
Autistic individuals frequently experience stress and overwhelm as part of their daily lives.Simply navigating a culture and environment that do not align with their needs can be a source of constant ...
reframingautism.org.au
November 24, 2024 at 3:31 PM
Autistic shutdowns are a response to stress. While some autistic people may stop responding entirely, others who usually speak may only be able to say one or two words. If someone stops responding in their usual way, that may mean they are in shutdown mode.
reframingautism.org.au/all-about-au...
reframingautism.org.au/all-about-au...
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Emerging from the shadows . Today's #FoxOfTheDay shared by @clark_b17_onthegram
November 24, 2024 at 12:18 PM
Emerging from the shadows . Today's #FoxOfTheDay shared by @clark_b17_onthegram
Reposted by Michael H
@animals_twts
A melanistic Fox, one of the rarest and beautiful animals on the planet 🤩
A melanistic Fox, one of the rarest and beautiful animals on the planet 🤩
November 23, 2024 at 4:51 AM
@animals_twts
A melanistic Fox, one of the rarest and beautiful animals on the planet 🤩
A melanistic Fox, one of the rarest and beautiful animals on the planet 🤩
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Every year during autumn I try to visit this gorge in Austria.
It's known for its reddish water - especially after heavy rain falls. Here there was a light rain all day and this brought out the colours even more.
#Nature #Trees #FallColors #Austria
#Photography #autumn #naturephoto
It's known for its reddish water - especially after heavy rain falls. Here there was a light rain all day and this brought out the colours even more.
#Nature #Trees #FallColors #Austria
#Photography #autumn #naturephoto
November 23, 2024 at 6:09 PM
Every year during autumn I try to visit this gorge in Austria.
It's known for its reddish water - especially after heavy rain falls. Here there was a light rain all day and this brought out the colours even more.
#Nature #Trees #FallColors #Austria
#Photography #autumn #naturephoto
It's known for its reddish water - especially after heavy rain falls. Here there was a light rain all day and this brought out the colours even more.
#Nature #Trees #FallColors #Austria
#Photography #autumn #naturephoto
Reposted by Michael H
Welcome to the Autistic Community is such a phenomenal autism resource! "We wrote this book for autistic people, but anyone can read it. If you are not autistic, this book can help you support autistic people you know." From ASAN @autisticadvocacy.bsky.social:
autisticadvocacy.org/book/welcome...
autisticadvocacy.org/book/welcome...
Welcome to the Autistic Community
This book is about what it means to be a part of the autistic community. Autistic people wrote this book. Some autistic people are j...
autisticadvocacy.org
November 19, 2024 at 1:01 AM
Welcome to the Autistic Community is such a phenomenal autism resource! "We wrote this book for autistic people, but anyone can read it. If you are not autistic, this book can help you support autistic people you know." From ASAN @autisticadvocacy.bsky.social:
autisticadvocacy.org/book/welcome...
autisticadvocacy.org/book/welcome...
November 21, 2024 at 8:53 PM
Too cold to cycle?
Not for these kids, enjoying a nice winter ride through Rising Sun Country Park. They've learned how to prepare for the conditions and learned the importance of good cycle control
@hist0man.bsky.social
Not for these kids, enjoying a nice winter ride through Rising Sun Country Park. They've learned how to prepare for the conditions and learned the importance of good cycle control
@hist0man.bsky.social
November 21, 2024 at 1:21 PM
Too cold to cycle?
Not for these kids, enjoying a nice winter ride through Rising Sun Country Park. They've learned how to prepare for the conditions and learned the importance of good cycle control
@hist0man.bsky.social
Not for these kids, enjoying a nice winter ride through Rising Sun Country Park. They've learned how to prepare for the conditions and learned the importance of good cycle control
@hist0man.bsky.social
If I follow the right accounts on here I get to see lovely images like this ❤️
Thank you to @fabcucc_73 for today's #FoxOfTheDay . A beauty !
November 20, 2024 at 2:21 PM
If I follow the right accounts on here I get to see lovely images like this ❤️
Reposted by Michael H
Many autistic people have intellectual disability. It's important to remember that, for them, "Support is not about deciding things for someone; it’s about empowering them to do what they want to do. It’s giving them the tools to build their own best life." From John Marble et al:
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November 19, 2024 at 4:05 PM
Many autistic people have intellectual disability. It's important to remember that, for them, "Support is not about deciding things for someone; it’s about empowering them to do what they want to do. It’s giving them the tools to build their own best life." From John Marble et al:
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a.co/47EA3cl
Spent a morning doing some admin from home, got cabin fever, had to go out and do some risk assessments and went in search of a cure for that cabin fever. I think I found it
#cycling #activetravel #wellbeing
#cycling #activetravel #wellbeing
November 19, 2024 at 3:07 PM
Spent a morning doing some admin from home, got cabin fever, had to go out and do some risk assessments and went in search of a cure for that cabin fever. I think I found it
#cycling #activetravel #wellbeing
#cycling #activetravel #wellbeing
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Good morning , here's your #FoxOfTheDay , shared by @kizbang on Instagram
November 19, 2024 at 10:18 AM
Good morning , here's your #FoxOfTheDay , shared by @kizbang on Instagram
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My older daughter learned to ride a bike today. She was so happy. As she was riding, she said, “I feel free.” My heart is full.
November 18, 2024 at 1:54 AM
My older daughter learned to ride a bike today. She was so happy. As she was riding, she said, “I feel free.” My heart is full.
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A little more from Saturday. Pegwhistle Burn flows gently through Plessey Woods to where it meets the River Blyth.
#plessewoods #photography #autumn #nature #landscape #water #northumberland
#plessewoods #photography #autumn #nature #landscape #water #northumberland
November 18, 2024 at 3:21 PM
A little more from Saturday. Pegwhistle Burn flows gently through Plessey Woods to where it meets the River Blyth.
#plessewoods #photography #autumn #nature #landscape #water #northumberland
#plessewoods #photography #autumn #nature #landscape #water #northumberland
Reposted by Michael H
BIKE BUS: Now THIS is how you start the school day! Inspiring to see 50+ passengers joining Ysgol Pwll Coch #BikeBus for the journey to school! Get in touch with #FRideDays Bike Bus project for support with getting a Bike Bus started! 🚲🎶🏴🙌🏻 #FridayWeCycle
November 17, 2024 at 1:00 PM
BIKE BUS: Now THIS is how you start the school day! Inspiring to see 50+ passengers joining Ysgol Pwll Coch #BikeBus for the journey to school! Get in touch with #FRideDays Bike Bus project for support with getting a Bike Bus started! 🚲🎶🏴🙌🏻 #FridayWeCycle
Every once in a while I go out with the sole intention of taking photo's - being outdoors and enjoying nature are the other benefits
#nature #autumn #plesseywoods #northumberland #photography
#nature #autumn #plesseywoods #northumberland #photography
November 17, 2024 at 9:19 PM
Every once in a while I go out with the sole intention of taking photo's - being outdoors and enjoying nature are the other benefits
#nature #autumn #plesseywoods #northumberland #photography
#nature #autumn #plesseywoods #northumberland #photography
When one passion meets another. Guiding kids on two wheeled adventures, I'll often find an opportunity to grab an arty image or two.
November 17, 2024 at 8:42 PM
When one passion meets another. Guiding kids on two wheeled adventures, I'll often find an opportunity to grab an arty image or two.