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Understanding Overstimulation: Signs and Solutions
There are days when the world feels like itโs turned the volume all the way up and no one else seems to notice but me. It starts small. Maybe the tab in my shirt…
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Finding Meaning in Typical Days
For me, most days are typical. Not necessarily in a bad way. Theyโre just predictable and repetitive. Right now, my dayโs not even over, but I know how the rest of it will go. I stick…
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The Way I Feed Myself Reflects the Way I Feel
The way I feed myself is never just about hunger. Itโs a mirror of my emotionsโwhat Iโm holding, what Iโm releasing, what Iโm carrying throughout the day. When I feel Joy When I feel…
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Embracing Your Best: Navigating Daily Struggles
There are days when I feel like Iโm on top of my game. I knock out my list of things to-do, I write, I cook, I take care of my mom and still have…
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Understanding Executive Dysfunction and Structure Needs
Thereโs this weird little tug-of-war that plays out in my mind almost daily. I deeply crave structure. I long for the calm that comes from routine. I daydream about color-coded planners, perfectly labeled…
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Learning to Love Myself: Overcoming Inner Criticism
Some days, it feels like Iโm only just beginning. After a lifetime of pretendingโof masking, people-pleasing, trying to be what the world expectedโIโm realizing I donโt really know myself at all. Or maybe I do,…
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Learning to Like Myself Again: How My Relationship with Myself Has Changed Over the Years
The author reflects on a journey from self-doubt to self-acceptance, highlighting struggles with identity, emotions, and social interactions. A later diagnosis illuminated underlying issues, fostering compassion instead of self-criticism. With therapy and self-discovery,…
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When Everything Feels Like Fog
The author describes feelings of disconnection and mental fog, attributing it to their neurodivergence. Navigating this fog involves escaping into daydreams, feeling overwhelmed, and struggling with self-perception. Despite challenges, they emphasize the importance…
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Understanding Creative Fixation: When Passion Turns into Time Waste
The author explores the tension between passion and neglect, particularly related to writing and blogging. As a neurodivergent individual, they experience deep immersion in activities but often lose track of self-care. The narrative…
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The Quiet Work No One Sees
The author reflects on their journey of personal healing and the challenges of caregiving for a parent with a disability. They struggle with anxiety and self-doubt, often feeling overwhelmed by their responsibilities. Despite…
