Hey ,

In case you missed it - we've temporarily replaced general Wired Weeklies with the Neuroscience Nerd Club. And we're meeting in a few hours to discuss Chapter 3.

There's still time!!

If you've not yet joined us - Chapter 3 is a great place to start because it's a short read 👍 (but dense on the neuroscience so be prepared to have your brain smoking a little). If you sign up now, you'll get the book for free.

Chapter 3 is all about Vision so you definitely want to join us for a chat about this topic - but before I get into it - a few quick reminders...

• This is your nearly last call for laser coaching - it's super easy to submit an expression of interest and it's sooo amazing to have Susan for a one-to-one for problem solving and discussion >> https://bit.ly/TWClaser
• The Wise Table with Jean-Pierre and Susan is up live on the hub if you missed it - Neuromodulation, Motor Learning, SDR and more >> twc.wiredon.ltd
• Need Book Club times, or still need your (free) book? Book Club info

💡 Tech nudge—No time to sit and read? Try out Speechify or NaturalReaders for some on-the-go listening! (Highly recommend while walking or folding laundry).

Last Week at Book Club:

Our conversation was honest, energising, and jam-packed with insights. Here’s what kept us thinking:

• Rhythm is everywhere: Movement is built from deep, ancient “starter kits” in your nervous system—meaning every therapy session can (and should!) tap into this built-in bias for rhythm and pattern.
• Sensory input is king: The smallest tweak in sensation or context can make a huge difference in movement—one clap, one beat, one textured mat can unlock new possibilities.
• No one way to move right: Messiness and variability aren’t flaws—they’re your nervous system’s way of building stability. Celebrate the adaptability!
• Best kind of discussion: Open, curious, and unafraid to get technical OR personal. Thanks to everyone who brought sticky questions, doubts, and “aha” moments.

What's up for discussion in Chapter 3:

This week, we zoom in on how your brain maps the space around you and decides what to pay attention to—plus how it shifts your eyes, head, body (or runs away!) in a split second.

• How your midbrain’s tectum/superior colliculus acts as a “salience radar”—fusing sight, sound, heat and touch to instantly drive orienting or escape actions.
• We'll unpack how multisensory input gets prioritized, why the “loudest” or most important thing in your environment commands your gaze, and how these hidden circuits keep kids (and adults) engaged - or anxious.
• Real-world gold: Understanding these circuits sheds light on why some kids overreact (or freeze) to certain sights or sounds, why visual/auditory supports help, and how therapists can cultivate focus, readiness, and confidence for action.

The vibe:

All in, together. You don’t need all the answers (or even the reading done!). Show up as yourself—whether you’re keen to talk neural maps or just want community and a fresh take.

We’ll check in, pick our favourite sparks from the chapter, mull over some juicy questions, and break out into groups for honest, hands-on conversation. If you’ve got a story or a clinical curveball, bring it! It’s the questions that shape us.

Quick links:

• Laser Coaching
• Book Club times + free book
• Wise Table with Susan & JP

See you and your sparkling curiosity tomorrow,

Mindy

P.S. Whether your week has been seamless or a bit of a scramble, you belong here. It’s your energy and your stories that help connect us across the globe so come add your spark!