neurodivergence

  • One Beetle Recognizes another Beetle

    Aithníonn ciaraóg ciaraóg eile This is an “Irish Proverb” (seanfhocail) that I’ve known for quite a while now. I probably first heard it in The Secret of Kells, but I was also really into looking up Irish sayings when I… Continue reading

    One Beetle Recognizes another Beetle
  • Letting Myself Down, Gently

    This year, I made the difficult decision not to participate in the November NaNoWriMo, despite my excitement for it after completing my master’s degree. The reasons for this are numerous, though in no way new. First and foremost are the… Continue reading

    Letting Myself Down, Gently
  • Editing Is Hard

    Hot take for you today, guys. Editing is hard. Specifically, finding the motivation to edit is hard. After watching the presentations for Adobe Max last week, I’m feeling super inspired and wanting to dive into something new! But I don’t… Continue reading

    Editing Is Hard
  • Overcoming Writer’s Block and Insecurities Through Daily Free Writing

    I tried something this week that I haven’t done since probably high school. I set myself the goal of doing ten minutes of free writing a day. This sounds a lot easier than it is in practice when you factor… Continue reading

    Overcoming Writer’s Block and Insecurities Through Daily Free Writing
  • The Lingering Effects of Autistic Burnout: Is Recovery Possible?

    I was watching the video above earlier this week and it got me reflecting on my own experience with autistic burnout. I first became familiar with the idea of autistic burnout several years ago when I was confirming my own… Continue reading

    The Lingering Effects of Autistic Burnout: Is Recovery Possible?