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Understanding AUDHD: Challenges and Strengths
Standing there, anxiously rubbing my hands together, I froze in silence. A million thoughts swirled in my mind, but I couldn’t translate them into words. Intense anxiety and sensory overload led me down…
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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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Noticing the Little Things: Finding Calm in Everyday Details
The author reflects on how beauty lies in life's simple moments, especially those tied to food and nature. Sensory experiences, like comforting aromas and sounds, provide grounding and peace. Despite struggles with overwhelm,…
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What I Wish People Knew About Being Quiet
The author reflects on their lifelong experience of feeling overlooked due to their quiet demeanor, often misunderstood as disinterest or awkwardness. As a neurodivergent individual, they emphasize that silence is not emptiness but…
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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…
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Millennials Remember: Pre-Internet Childhood Memories
As a millennial, I’m part of a generation that lived in both worlds—before and after the internet took over. We were the last to experience a childhood untouched by advanced technology. We were…
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The Myth of “Having It All”
In my opinion, “having it all” is a myth. Society tells us that achieving the so-called American dream will lead to lasting happiness and fulfillment. But the fact is, that none of those things—success, financial security, marriage,…
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Exploring Identity and Strength in Throne of Glass
Maas Train My friends recently got me into reading fantasy novels. The one recommended to me was A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR). I instantly fell in love with Sara J. Maas’…
