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Arrivederci, For Now
Before I go, I wanted to leave a little note here. I’m excited, nervous, and still a little shocked that this trip is actually happening. As I prepare to travel to Romania and…
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More Than a Label: Celebrating the Boy I Love
On her godson's 8th birthday, the author reflects on the lessons learned from his experiences with autism. She emphasizes that autism is just one aspect of a person’s identity, advocating for understanding beyond…
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Summer Self-Care: Small Things That Help You Feel Better
I’ve stopped chasing the perfect version of myself and started focusing more on the simple moments. The moments that make me feel like me.
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Reevaluating Proverb: Can You Really Be Anything?
A reflective piece on growing up believing you could be anything you wanted to be—and the moment you realize life, identity, and success are far more complex and personal than that idea suggests.
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I Spent Years Chasing the Wrong Version of Success
I spent years trying to build a life that looked like success from the outside, only to realize it never actually fit me. Now I’m learning that the life I need is quieter,…
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Why Neurodivergent Women Need Different Kinds of Rest
For a long time, I thought I was just bad at resting. Even when I technically had free time, I rarely felt recharged afterward. I could spend hours lying in bed watching TV,…
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Why Silence Feels Peaceful and Painful at the Same Time
Most of the time, silence feels peaceful to me—like a place to rest and come back to myself. But sometimes, that same silence becomes overwhelming, emotional, and loud in a way that’s hard…
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The Shame After a Meltdown
Meltdowns often leave lasting emotional scars that exceed their immediate chaos. The aftermath includes feelings of shame, guilt, and self-hatred that can linger long after the incident. True healing lies in how we…
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How to Overcome Negative Emotions with Compassion
For most of my life, I’ve had a negative view of myself, my actions, and my behaviors. I’ve always been my harshest critic, so when I feel like I’m failing in some aspect…
