Tartan Design

About the Tartan

The tartan has been created using the Jackson Tartan Set. Very fitting as my last name is Jackson.

The colours have been thoughtfully selected based on the emotions I have experienced during my neurodivergent/diagnosis journey. It is important to note that everyones neurodivergent journey is different and emotions and associations of colours will vary between individuals. However perhaps some of the emotions and colours will resonate with the journey of other neurodivergent individuals. (I would love to learn more about the colours that resonate with your neurodivergent journey-feel free to drop me an email)

What does each colour signify for me?

Turquoise/Aqua green This is my favourite colour. It resembles being (Happy/Calm/tranquil accepted/Grounded/relaxed) I love being by the water, by the sea its my favourite place to be. In fact it is not uncommon for neurodivergent individuals to be drawn to the water for senses of calm.

Dark Grey This colour represents my feelings before the ND diagnosis. I felt low and lonely, misunderstood and empty.

3. Yellow This colour represents hope and brightness which was significant when I got a ADHD and Autism diagnosis. Everything made sense to me now. I felt validated.

4.Purple– This darkish shade represents Socialisation and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria.

5. Pink– Representation of compassion and empathy which is a true streghth among neurodivergent individuals. (The meaning of this colour is a strong colour and is more prominant than the purple!)

6.Dark blue– Overwhelmed/over stimulated

7.  Coral represents creativity and courage. Again these are both common strengths exhibited among neurodivergent individuals. Neurodivergent individuals are very innovative entrepreneurial type people.

Hello,

I’m Chloe

Welcome to my website. My name is Chloe I am a 30 year old registered Nurse, recognised as 2024 RCN Scotland Student Nurse of the year winner for my efforts in advocating and supporting neurodivergent nurses.

I am neurodivergent myself. I was diagnosed with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and Dyscalculia officially during my first degree when in my early 20s and was then diagnosed with ADHD and Autism when I was 27. I have always known I was “different” since I was at primary school. I have embraced my neurodivergence and now consider my efforts in advocating for neurodivergent people as one of my “eye sparkles” (hyper-focuses). I strive to spread a positive light around the concept, and empower others, as I know first hand the intensity of the societal stigma associated with being a neurodivergent individual. It really can be a turbulent journey, however the challenges I have encountered as a neurodivergent individual has inspired my drive to do all I can to raise awareness of neurodiversity and celebrate inclusivity. Learn more about my contributions to the world of here.I am so delighted to share this one of a kind, signatory neurodiversity tartan to the world. ☂️✨🧠💗

Why did I design the Tartan?

I designed this tartan to promote positive conversations about neurodiversity among those that wear the tartan and those that admire it with the idea that together we can collectively educate out society on the truths about neurodivergence. I encourage everyone to wear this neurodiversity tartan, whether you have had a neurodivergent diagnosis, you are suspected neurodivergent, you have family or friends who are neurodivergent, you want to champion neuro-inclusivness in society or the colours/design just floats your boat.

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