As we mentioned in episode 7, Kieran made this soundscape last year for a nationwide competition (that he actually came runner-up in). It's based on the changing of the four seasons, with traditional Scottish music coming through the wind. It's really relaxing so put your headphones on, sit back and close your eyes.

If you're interested, the pieces are:

If you like this bonus episode, let us know! We may be able to do more extras like this in future!

It's a big world out there, but did you know that hanging out in nature can be good actually? This week, Chloe and Kieran venture outside to bask in birdsong, talk about the difference between good and bad noise, and try not to fall asleep.

Congratulations, you made it another lap round the Sun, have some cake!

Like any other part of life, birthdays can be unnecessarily stressful for us ND bods-- what do you actually want for your birthday? Why don't you get invited to parties? How are you meant to react to presents? What's up with everybody's singing?

We're with you, the whole thing is stupid-- but hey, there might be cake so we're willing to at least try to figure out why this all happens.

Saturday night fever is real, and it's the leading cause of ND folks either not being able to enjoy going out, or not going out at all.

This week Kieran and Chloe trawl back through their memories to find relevant anecdotes and practical advice for those who actually want to try and enjoy themselves on a night out. Or, at the very least, survive.

Haircuts, who'd have 'em? Well, most of us, at some point or another. The whole process is a whirlwind of chaos, anxiety, and teeny little bits of hair that get down your jumper and make you all itchy. Not fun. So how can we make the experience bearable, if not enjoyable? Chloe and Kieran try to figure out a few different ways to get through this most distressing of times.

We're also genuinely interested to see whether anyone in the ND community actually likes getting their hair cut-- if you do, get in contact and tell us why!

This podcast is made by ND creators for the ND community -- if you want to get in touch to share your thoughts and experiences, or to suggest a rule to add to the guide, email us at [email protected] - or find us on Instagram @ socialsurvivalpodcast.

What's the difference between procrastination and executive dysfunction?

We've all been in situations where we've tried to explain why our brains won't let us do something, and haven't quite been able to do it properly-- or worse, a neurotypical says something like "I get distracted too sometimes-- you just need to focus!". Yeah, we get it.

This week, using a smattering of science and no shortage of anecdotes and analogies (one featuring Francois, the overly-picky French artist), Chloe and Kieran discuss the difference between procrastination and executive dysfunction, and how to explain it to a neurotypical.

This podcast is made by ND creators for the ND community -- if you want to get in touch to share your thoughts and experiences, or to suggest a rule to add to the guide, email us at [email protected] - or find us on Instagram @ socialsurvivalpodcast.

We mentioned it last week, and we figured we'd best get to it sooner rather than later-- those three little words.

Just. Be. Yourself.

We've all heard them, but what the hell do they actually mean? And is it even possible in a world that repeatedly refuses to accept ND people for "just being themselves"?

Chloe and Kieran attempt to provide some insight on the subject, with interesting results.

Meeting new people can be a weird experience-- as is starting a podcast, funnily enough.

When you're in those situations, how do you introduce yourself, what do you talk about, and how much information is too much information?

This podcast is made by ND creators for the ND community -- if you want to get in touch to share your thoughts and experiences, or to suggest a rule to add to the guide, email us at [email protected] - or find us on Instagram @ socialsurvivalpodcast.