a gentler, slower way of life for the neurodivergent woman
Discover 27 sensory-friendly, low-pressure movement activities perfect for neurodivergent women over 45. No gym required – just 10-15 minutes of joyful, purposeful exercise. The story: Sensory-friendly workouts, where are you? Ugh. It was drizzling. For the third day in a row. And if it was like the other two days, it would continue non-stop from … Read more
Struggling with motherhood as a neurodivergent woman? You’re not alone. Learn why “quiet quitting motherhood” is a good thing, and how to take the first steps. (IMPORTANT NOTE: I’m writing this article to the majority of mothers, who have a living husband. If you are a single parent, please modify the information according to your … Read more
Discover how forest bathing reduces stress and anxiety for neurodivergent, postmenopausal women. Simple techniques for profound mental health benefits. The story (my forest bathing experience with anxiety). Anxiety rose into my chest, tightening it. The usual tangle of morbid thoughts began swirling around inside my mind. I pulled open the front door, stepped outside, and … Read more
Postmenopausal fatigue and midlife burnout deteriorate a midlife woman’s quality of life. Relearn how to rest after 50 by respecting your body’s new rhythms. The story. Stretching, I pushed myself into a sitting position, then looked at the watch next to me. Eight minutes. Not bad for a midday nap. I’d desperately needed it. I … Read more
Are there natural remedies for menopause brain fog that really work? If you’re over the age of 45, you’ve certainly experienced the phenomenon of your keys sprouting legs and walking away from the spot you know you dropped them. Then there’s that beautiful feeling we’ve all come to know and love: the growing sense of … Read more
We neurodivergent women who have been masking for decades inevitably hit autistic burnout. How it happens, my story, and how to begin recovery. The story (Can writer’s block really be an autistic burnout symptom?) The words on the screen mocked me. They mocked me because they stood as rigid as an ancient Greek pillar, refusing … Read more