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Navigating Life with AUDHD: Finding Balance Amidst the Waves
Living with AUDHD involves navigating conflicting impulses between intense passion and overstimulation. The author experiences frustration with fleeting interests, self-judgment, and a lack of energy. Receiving a diagnosis provided clarity, transforming self-doubt into…
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Coping with Cooking Burnout: The Comfort of Simple Meals
There are days when cooking feels soothing, almost meditative. And then there are days when it feels extremely overwhelming. When that happens, it’s usually because I’m turn burnout and depleted of any energy. My relationship…
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Squidy: The Stuffed Animal That Held My World Together
There’s an item from my childhood that I was incredibly attached to. His name was Squidy. He was a stuffed animal, though even now I couldn’t confidently tell you what kind. Maybe a dog. Maybe a…
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The Importance of Genuine Love and Appreciation
I believe the greatest gift that you could receive from someone is their love and appreciation. The word love is tossed around like a ragdoll. You have people constantly saying they love you, but do…
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Experiencing Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria in Real Time
I experienced a heavy wave of rejection last night. I noticed that my close friends had gathered together for what I can only assume was a New Year’s celebration. The thing is—I didn’t…
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Why Cannelloni Is My Go-To Comfort Food
There are certain foods that feel grounding. Meals that make you feel steady and remind you that comfort is always near when life gets overwhelming. For me, cannelloni has always been one of those foods.…
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Relationships That Nurture: How to Find Your Circle
The relationships that have shaped me in the best ways are the ones that truly see me and understand me. Not the version of me that masks, but the honest version that just…
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Simple Steps to Personal Growth: A Fresh Start for the New Year
With January rapidly approaching and the year coming to an end, there’s been a lot of self-reflection going on. Usually, this time of year brings with it an overwhelming sense of pressure—to meet not…
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The Unique Journey to Discovering Joy
Happiness is somewhat of a rarity for me. It’s something that I don’t experience very often. I don’t know whether it’s because I don’t openly welcome joy, or because I don’t know what…
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The Hidden Struggles Behind a High-Functioning Exterior
On the outside, I look like I’m doing just fine. People often see me as capable, responsible, and put together. I show up every day, get things done, and smile when expected. But what most people…
