Noticing the joy a person can feel when sharing facts they love.
Exploring how sharing lots of information is one way to connect.
Thinking about how listeners might respond.
Recognising deep interests as a strength.
In this clip from Pablo, Draff the giraffe shows Mouse his new robot. Draff has programmed the robot to check whether his facts are correct. Draff shares facts about cheetahs, blue whales and colossal squid, and the robot agrees each time. Mouse is not sure how helpful the robot is. Draff says his friends are sometimes surprised by how much he knows.
The questions within this guide are designed to open dialogue and facilitate discussion around the relevant topics. It is up to the user to adapt as needed to best suit the person they are supporting. A neuroaffirming approach was central to the design of these resources and remains essential to their application. This means recognising and respecting the diverse ways people think, communicate, and experience the world, ensuring all conversations are led with curiosity, respect, and without judgement. These resources are a starting point. Trust your knowledge of the person you are supporting to shape the conversation from there.
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