a gentler, slower way of life for the neurodivergent woman
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
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
DIY landscaping nourishes the neurodivergent soul like nothing else can… except possibly creating a beautiful home without breaking the bank. Read on for five life-transforming lessons I learned by doing my own landscaping. The story. A warm breeze tickled my face as I thrust the spade into the earth. The aroma of dirt teased my … Read more
The best strategy for taming executive dysfunction is within easy reach. If you’ve been struggling with how to improve your executive function, read on. “Your lucky suit? You never told me to pick up your lucky suit!” Kate glared at her husband, Dan, who had a critical business dinner in an hour. “I would have … Read more
Learning how to say no is critical for the mental health of a neurodivergent woman. Why, and tips on how to do it, in this article. The story. I stared at the children’s pastor in disbelief. Blinked. Was he kidding me? I’d been busting my butt teaching Wednesday night children’s church for the past four … Read more
Self-care for the neurodivergent woman is critical for her mental health. Here are ten lessons I wish I would have learned at a much younger age. The story. Get up. Get dressed. Get moving. Keep moving until my work day is over, or until I’ve crossed everything off my to-do list. This is how my … Read more