a gentler, slower way of life for the neurodivergent woman
Unmasking at midlife leads neurodivergent women to feel as if they’re meeting themselves for the first time. Read on for the complicated factors at play, and tips to make the process go more smoothly. The start of my unmasking story. “What if we used our retirement funds?” My question came after several long and grueling … Read more
Decorating with old toys enables neurodivergent women to engage in creative expression while crafting a more sensory-friendly home. Read on for seven fun ideas. My story of beginning to decorate with old toys. The decorative box hiding coin change sat neatly behind the more decorative box housing my husband’s wallet and keys. What to put … Read more
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