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I Thought I Was Too Sensitive—Turns 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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I’m Learning to Love the Parts of Me That Don’t 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…
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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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The Comfort of Sunday Food Rituals
Sundays are a treasured time for relaxation, connection, and food. The author reflects on cherished family meals filled with laughter and love, particularly with their Italian grandpa, who embodied the spirit of nourishment.…
