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Progress, Not Perfection
This week, I pushed myself too far. Stress piled up, and instead of being mindful enough to take a step back, I trudged forward, fixated on making it to the weekend and much-needed time with a good friend. In the… Continue reading
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Ringing Anxiety: Life with Phone Anxiety
My whole life, I’ve loathed phone calls. And that’s not an exaggeration. Given the option, I would rather drive several hours to talk to someone I don’t know well face-to-face than pick up a phone and call them. And that’s… Continue reading
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Forced to Conform: Destined to Fail
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the amount of extra work that neurodivergent people are forced to take on throughout their lives to accommodate others. Even small requests for accommodations are frequently disregarded, while we’re forced to bend over… Continue reading
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Forced to Fit In: How Exposure Therapy Failed Me
Obligatory “I’m not a licensed professional” at the beginning of this one because, obviously, everyone should consult someone knowledgeable and trained to find the best solution for you, but I’m not a fan of exposure therapy. A lot of why… Continue reading
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Navigating Misconceptions: Autistic Traits and Dismissive Labels
Living with autism and ADHD has its challenges, and one of the most frustrating aspects is how often my actions and intentions are misunderstood by others. It’s like navigating a world where everyone speaks a different language, and I’m constantly… Continue reading
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