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If you fidget constantly in meetings and worry it looks unprofessional, you’re not alone. For many autistic and ADHD people, small, quiet fidgets and discreet earplugs are genuine focus tools, not bad habits. This article looks at why they help, how to choose subtle options that work in your environment, and what to say if someone asks, “Are you paying attention?”]]> https://quietlyneurodivergent.com/small-fidgets-and-comfort-objects-for-neurodivergent-brains-in-meetings/feed/ 0 228