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The term '''spoon theory''' was coined by Christine Miserandino in a [https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/ | The term '''spoon theory''' was coined by Christine Miserandino in a blog post<ref>[https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/ The Spoon Theory]</ref>. | ||
''Spoons'' are a metaphorical indicator of mental energy, derived from spoonfuls of sugar as a measurement of energy. | ''Spoons'' are a metaphorical indicator of mental energy, derived from spoonfuls of sugar as a measurement of energy. | ||
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The metaphor has since been extended, with ''forks'' (stressors that can dig into you — and you can cope with a few, until it's one too many) and ''knives'' (traumas). | The metaphor has since been extended, with ''forks'' (stressors that can dig into you — and you can cope with a few, until it's one too many) and ''knives'' (traumas). | ||
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The alternative, but related, analogy of [[Ticket theory]] was recently proposed by Hillary Knutson in her TikTok videos.<ref> [https://www.facebook.com/I.am.Just.1.Voice/videos/ticket-theory/1334823807038345/?_rdr Ticket theory], Hillary Knutson, 2021</ref> | |||
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Latest revision as of 08:32, 28 August 2022
The term spoon theory was coined by Christine Miserandino in a blog post[1].
Spoons are a metaphorical indicator of mental energy, derived from spoonfuls of sugar as a measurement of energy.
The more spoons you have, the more tasks you can accomplish. However, accomplishing a difficult task will consume one of your spoons of energy.
The metaphor has since been extended, with forks (stressors that can dig into you — and you can cope with a few, until it's one too many) and knives (traumas).
Expand with more explained details about all of the forms of autistic cutlery.
The alternative, but related, analogy of Ticket theory was recently proposed by Hillary Knutson in her TikTok videos.[2]
References[edit]
- ↑ The Spoon Theory
- ↑ Ticket theory, Hillary Knutson, 2021
