a gentler, slower way of life for the neurodivergent woman
If you’re finishing out a home yourself, a DIY kitchen doesn’t have to mean building cabinets and countertops. Here’s what we did to make our home more simple. The story. “Why don’t we use them for kitchen storage?” I asked my husband. “We can put all the dishes in the drawers, have the two-burner stove … Read more
A kitchen downsize may be just what you need to simplify your home, especially if the room causes overwhelm. Here’s what to do. The story. I pulled the drawer open with an impatient yank. Where was that extra screw? I knew I’d seen it there recently. I pushed one thing and another aside. Nope. Not … Read more
Capsule wardrobe challenges can be frustrating for someone attempting to downsize in order to create a simpler home. Read on for how to overcome them. The story. The jersey cotton dress seemed to stretch to the floor as I held it up. I sighed. It couldn’t last one full summer? Why did they make fabric … Read more
A home routine for us neurodivergent adults is essential to maintain psychological equilibrium and improve our executive function. It’s essential for simplifying our home. Here are eight steps to creating such a routine. The story. Usually, watching a movie is enough to quell my anxiety and experience a semblance of calm. Not that evening. As … Read more
How to declutter without regrets is hard for neurodivergent women. Here are eight strategies that have worked for me. The story. With great care, I folded up my wedding dress and placed it inside a large garbage bag with other items we were donating to a local charity. The next morning, I watched as a … Read more
Many conventional room makeover tips can cause a neurodivergent brain to crash. Here’s how to transform a space without overwhelm in order to reach your goal of creating a simple home. The story. “Okay, okay, we’ll leave the tall bookcases where they are.” I didn’t bother trying to keep the irritation from my voice. My … Read more