How Lighting Affects ADHD, Autism & Your Nervous System: Why the Right Light Can Improve Sleep, Reduce Overwhelm and Support Self-Care
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This episode explores how different types of lighting can impact neurodivergent individuals' mood, sleep, and overall wellbeing.
Could the lighting in your home be affecting your mood, sleep and nervous system more than you realise? Many people think lighting is simply about making a room look nice, but for neurodivergent people it can have a huge impact on how the nervous system feels. In this episode, Jenny is joined by relationship coach Sarah Hurd and lighting specialist Sam Coles to explore how different types of lighting can affect people with ADHD, autism and sensory sensitivity. Together they discuss why some people feel overwhelmed by bright lights, how colour temperature changes the way we experience a room, why flickering lights can be exhausting, and how making small changes to your home lighting may improve sleep, reduce stress and support your overall wellbeing. Whether you've been diagnosed as neurodivergent or simply know that certain environments leave you feeling uncomfortable, this episode offers practical insights into creating spaces that feel calmer, safer and more supportive. Key Takeaways: Why lighting affects everyone differently, especially neurodivergent brains. The difference between warm and cool lighting and how colour temperature influences mood. Why flickering lights can…
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