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What I Wish People Knew About Being Quietย
The author reflects on their lifelong experience of feeling overlooked due to their quiet demeanor, often misunderstood as disinterest or awkwardness. As a neurodivergent individual, they emphasize that silence is not emptiness but…
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Summer on a Plate
As summer approaches, it's a season of flavorful, uncomplicated food that invites joy and relaxation. Enjoying fresh fruits and simple meals with loved ones reflects self-care. The focus shifts to sensory experiences, emphasizing…
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5 Comfort Foods That Get Me Through Burnout
Burnout can lead to forgetfulness and fatigue, transforming food into a source of comfort. This post shares five comforting meals: creamy mac & cheese, avocado toast, rotisserie chicken with instant mashed potatoes, spaghetti…
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How Air Conditioning Supports Summer Self-Care
One luxury I couldnโt live without would be air-conditioning.ย ย Itโs whatโs saving my life right ow from the blistering heat.ย ย It might sound silly to some, but honestly, itโs something Iโve become deeply reliant on.ย …
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I Thought I Was Too SensitiveโTurns Out, I Was Just Misunderstood
The author shares their journey of recognizing their neurodivergence after feeling overly sensitive and misunderstood throughout life. They describe how this sensitivity allows for deeper experiences of the world, appreciating sensory joys that…
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Too Much and Not Enough: Living in the In-Between
The author reflects on the struggle of existing in the "in-between," feeling overly sensitive and never enough to fit in. With a recent neurodivergent diagnosis, they recognize the importance of embracing their true…
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Find Your Unique Life Tagline
Thereโs something beautiful about the idea that we all carry an essence. Something that canโt be summed up in a job title or a social media bio. Itโs the feeling we leave behind when we…
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When the Game Hits Too Hard: How Sports Can Affect Your Mood and Mental Health
Baseball isnโt just a hobbyโitโs a passion that runs deep. Iโm from Los Angeles, and here, baseball is more than a sport. Itโs a way of life. The infamous chant, โLetโs go Dodgers!โ…
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Why I Spend My Days With My Dog
Who Do You Spend the Most Time With?By Nicole Greco If Iโm being completely honest, the one I spend the most time with isnโt a person at all. Itโs my dog, Kai.My shadow.My…
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Iโm Learning to Love the Parts of Me That Donโt Shine
For a long time, I thought I had to be prim and proper to be admired. To be well-spoken and always composed. I believed that if I could just glow enough, if I could smile…
