Communication Cards

When words won’t come.

Some moments take your words away, and that’s okay. These cards can speak for you when talking is hard.

How to use: Cut along the dashed lines, keep a few in your wallet or phone case, hand one over or hold it up.

Members can fill this in online and keep their answers in their Library. Come back and edit it any time. Or download the PDF to print.

The worksheet, as designed. The same content is written out below.

I’m overwhelmed.

I need a few minutes somewhere quiet.

I can’t talk right now.

I can text or write. Please be patient.

I’m autistic / neurodivergent.

I may need things said plainly and a little extra time.

Please don’t touch me.

I’m okay — I just need space.

I need a break.

I’ll be back in ____ minutes.

Too loud / too bright.

Can we move somewhere calmer?

I’m not ignoring you.

I’m processing. Give me a moment.

Write your own:Want different words? Make a blank card your own.

For reflection and practice, not diagnosis. Bring it to your next session if you’d like to talk it through.

Sources and credits. SOLA · Neurodivergent education & community