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How Cooking Pasta Helps Manage Depression
When you’re suffering from depression, even the simplest tasks can feel monumental. There are days where it gets so bad that I can hardly get out of bed. I recall times of feeling dark, heavy,…
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Sensory Joy: 10 Little Things That Calm My Neurodivergent Brain
As someone who experiences the world a little differently, I’ve learned that my senses can be both overwhelming and self-soothing. It’s taken me a while, but I’ve come to embrace the small sensory moments…
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Executive Dysfunction: The Truth Behind Feeling Lazy
The author reflects on their journey from labeling themselves as lazy to recognizing that they were actually burned out. They stress the distinction between laziness and burnout, emphasizing that societal pressures lead to…
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Nostalgic Poached Egg Toast: Comfort in Every Bite
Food=Memories Food has a special way of unlocking memories. One bite can bring you back to moments of love, care, and calm. Nostalgic dishes don’t just feed us. It grounds us, soothes us, and reminds us…
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Finding Peace in Comfort Food for Sensory Overload
How Sensory Overload Guides Me to the Kitchen Sensory overload can become very intense. When I experience this, it feels like my brain is set to the highest frequency. The bright lights, the noise, and…
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Zoning Out Behind the Wheel: Navigating Driving Anxiety as a Neurodivergent Soul
As time has gone by, I’ve gotten more severely anxious on the road. I get an overwhelming feeling of anxiety that comes over me. It makes me feel uneasy both physically and mentally.…
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Living with Sensory Sensitivity: A Neurodivergent Perspective
The content discusses the experiences of living with sensory sensitivity from a neurodivergent viewpoint, emphasizing both the challenges and strengths. It offers practical self-care tips to manage sensory overload, such as using noise-canceling…
