The Ultimate “Family Gathering Survival Guide” for Sensitive People

Surviving large family events is a delicate dance for neurodivergent adults and children alike. Following are 11 sensory overwhelm tips to help make holiday gatherings easier.  The story. Closing the front door of my brother-in-law’s house behind me, I was a picture of calm. But what I really wanted to do was go running down … Read more

My Six Best Tips for a Thriving Neurodivergent Marriage

A neurodivergent marriage doesn’t always feel like a match made in heaven. Here are six things my husband and I have done to overcome relationship challenges. The story. I wanted to die. No, I just wish I’d never been born. No, that wasn’t true, either. I wanted out of my marriage. This had been a … Read more

Neurodivergent Family Life in a Small Home: 10 Things That Keep Us (Mostly) Sane

Living in a small home with a neurodivergent family isn’t always easy. Here are ten things that have brought peace into our valiant attempt at simple living. The story. It seemed like a good idea at the time. My husband and I wanted to live more simply, and isn’t part of simple living downsizing your … Read more

The Neurodivergent Woman, Relationships, and the Simple Life: 9 Strategies to Help Them All Mesh

Neurodivergent women and relationships can produce a complicated brew. Here are nine strategies to make them a fulfilling part of a simple life. The story. My eyebrows rose as I listened to the voicemail. Why was Libby calling me? I hadn’t heard from her in a year or two. But out here in the middle … Read more

7 ADHD Closet Hacks That Make Getting Dressed a Joy

ADHD closet hacks work for ANYONE wishing their clothes closet wasn’t so overwhelming. Read on for 7 ADHD-friendly closet tips to make getting dressed a joy. The story. Sliding back the door to our walk-in closet, I stepped inside to find the blouse that I wanted to wear. I knew exactly where it was, and … Read more

Five Reasons “Simple” Doesn’t Always Mean “Cheap”

Simple living and cheap living aren’t always the same… especially for us neurodivergent women. Read on to find out why spending money is sometimes the better choice. The story. I looked around the space, dismay and frustration playing tug-of-war inside my chest. Something was missing, but what? I thought back to all the videos of … Read more

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