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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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I Can’t Always Tell If I’m Resting or Avoiding Life
Sometimes I can’t tell if I’m genuinely resting or just avoiding life altogether. From sitting in parking lots trying to mentally prepare for errands to letting “a few minutes” of rest turn into…
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Listening to Your Nervous System for Better Care
Self-care isn’t a one-size-fits-all checklist. It looks different from person to person. Some people enjoy physical activities such as yoga or hiking for their self-care needs. Other people might opt for a quieter…
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Mindful Self-Care in Fall: Embrace the Season
Fall is a season of transition. It’s a time of year where the summer gently ends and fades beautifully into a new season. The leaves turn brown, the air turns crisp, and the coziness…
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Transforming Guilt into Rest
Lazy days make me feel both rested and unproductive. Some days, slowing down and having some quiet time to relax is peaceful and makes me feel like I’m exactly where I should be. Other times,…
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The Quiet Work No One Sees
The author reflects on their journey of internal healing while balancing caregiving for a disabled parent. They confront challenges like overthinking, emotional regulation, and exhaustion. Despite the mental struggles, they find solace in…
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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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Boundaries Are Self-Care: Learning to Say No Without Guilt
For the longest time, I thought saying “yes” was kindness. That being available, helpful, and agreeable made me a good person. I never wanted to be a disappointment to people. It’s naturally in my nature…
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Listening to the Whisper Before the Scream
The moment I realize it’s time to unplug is when everything becomes intensified. The light, the sounds, the fast pace of the world, it all becomes to overwhelming. I experience emotional dysregulation. I’ll start crying, screaming,…
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Nourishment in the Hard Moments
There are times when I don’t have the energy to think, let alone cook. When depression hits, it hits hard. The smallest tasks feel like mountains to climb. The days blur together. I feel sluggish, unmotivated, and…
