The Spoon Theory Workbook:
Understanding Energy Rhythms as a Neurodivergent Person
📘 A 57-page workbook that reimagines spoon theory through a neurodivergent lens.
Spoon theory has been an anchor in disability communities for years, offering language to describe the limits of energy when living with chronic illness, pain, or fatigue. This workbook adapts that familiar framework specifically for autistic and ADHD experiences.
Inside, you’ll find a highly visual, interactive PDF that invites reflection on your own energy rhythms. Whether you’re navigating chronic illness, burnout, or the daily push-pull of being neurodivergent in a world not built with you in mind, this tool is designed to help you notice patterns, make sense of limits, and care for yourself with more compassion.
📦 Part of the Autism Starter Pack
This workbook is also available in our Autism Starter Pack, which includes our Autistic Burnout Recovery, Autistic Masking, Neurodivergent Nervous System, Neurodivergent Sleep, Spoon Theory, and Sensory workbooks.
🗂️ Logistical Details
⚠️ Please note that this is for personal use only. If you’d like to share this resource with clients you can purchase the Clinical License edition, which enables you to use this workbook with clients.
⚠️ Mental Health Disclaimer: This neurodivergent workbook is intended for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have concerns about your health or well-being, please consult a qualified healthcare or mental health professional.
📥 Digital Download 📥
Please note this is a digital download only and no products will be shipped or mailed to you. We recommend creating an account when you checkout to ensure you can easily access this workbook at any time and any future updates to this workbook.
✍️ Using Your Workbook Digitally
- On an iPad or Tablet. You can open the PDF in an app like GoodNotes, Notability or Noteshelf → write directly on the pages with a stylus or keyboard. These apps allow typing, highlighting, and handwriting with an Apple Pencil. You just import your PDF workbook, and it becomes “fillable” by writing or typing.
- On a Computer. If you’re on a computer, you can type your reflections right onto the workbook pages by opening the PDF in Adobe Reader (free) or another PDF viewer. Some people also like to keep a separate digital journal or Word/Google Doc open alongside the workbook, copying over prompts and writing more freely there.
Piers –
Really simple and easy-to-apply breakdown of spoon theory. Having a physical worksheet also helped me to involve my partner in the process – he ended up really liking it and uses some of the tools now.
Chris –
Great ideas. Very pleased with this item.
Gale –
I am about half way through the workbook and so far it’s exceeding my expectations! From what I’ve previously learned about energy accounting, it seems to be thorough but not to overwhelming. Nicely done!
Raeanne –
Excellent
Anonymous –
Excellent
Katherine Birt –
LOVE all of Dr Megan Neff’s BRILLIANT resources and work 🙂
Karen –
Excellent resources, thank you
Megan –
Excellent, thank you
Sarah –
Very helpful resources, thank you
Nicky –
Fab item so pleased I purchased
Jennifer –
Very helpful
Amy –
Very helpful and supportive resources, thank you