a gentler, slower way of life for the neurodivergent woman
Neurodivergent women midlife are usually dealing with cumulative sensory overload. Life-changing tips on how to reduce it by turning your home into a sanctuary. The story. In horror, I watched as the ball bounced off the large glass vase on the single high shelf near the hallway between the kitchen and dining room. At least … Read more
Tired from menopause insomnia? Your morning routine might be the missing piece. Simple, relatable tips for 45+ neurodivergent women to sleep better tonight. The story. Okay. Tonight I was going to do it right. I was going to follow all the rules so I could finally get a good night’s sleep. An hour before bed, … Read more
Perimenopause sleep problems and postmenopausal insomnia afflict many women, and are worse for those of us who are neurodivergent. Discover 10 rituals that work to give you more Z’s. The story. Argh. I felt like I needed to run up the neighboring mountain and back down a few times. Why did I have to get … Read more
Neurodivergent and stuck in a bad job? An autistic adult shares four powerful reasons why your “imperfect” job is providing the skills you need for success. A snapshot of my life as an autistic elementary schoolteacher. As usual, Miguel grabbed the iron railing and jumped over it a couple of times as he climbed up … Read more
Neurodivergent self-reflection is important, especially for women over the age of forty-five. Read for 100 journal prompts to guide you toward self-discovery and a more authentic life. My story as an autistic woman struggling to journal. I gazed at the return address on the large, brown envelope. My alma mater. Sending me some kind of … Read more
Struggling with rigid schedules? Discover how to build a flexible daily rhythm that works with ADHD and menopause—routines without the rigidity. My story with menopause and ADHD daily structure. “4:30-6:00: Morning routine, stretches, Bible, laundry, make smoothie,” the top left hand side of the paper reads. I’d decorated the piece of paper with a variety … Read more