a gentler, slower way of life for the neurodivergent woman
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
Medical advocacy for neurodivergent adults is often tricky to find. Here are 50 scripts to help you advocate for yourself with medical professionals. The story. I limped out of the clinic, my mind reeling. What did the X-ray show? A compressed disc? And I guess she agreed with me that I had sacroiliac joint dysfunction, … Read more
Are your sensory issues getting worse with age? As 45+ neurodivergent women, we face difficult challenges due to being highly sensitive. But they don’t have to ruin our lives. Here’s my story, and what I’m doing to thrive. The story. The sun warmed my back as I strolled along the road, enjoying the gentle rustling … Read more