What is masking and how does it develop in neurodiverse people? Masking is when someone, either knowingly or unknowingly, hides their natural behaviors and traits to fit into the neurotypical environment. When I first found out I was neurodivergent (got diagnosed with ADHD as a kid), I was told that my differences made me stand out. Never mind that I had ACC and didn't realize it. I just knew something was off (or different) about me, and the children around me could see it a

Remember Bill Murray in Groundhog Day? Well for me I wish everyday were Groundhog Day. I've reached a stage in life where sticking to the same foods, activities, and experiences feels comforting. If I want to try something new, I need to give myself at least a week's heads-up. It's just that neurodivergent resistance to change kicking in. I used to think this was a limitation for me; rather it is the boundaries I have created for my own protection. I hit the sack right at 8:5

This is a tough post for me to write because I've always struggled with being super critical of myself and dealing with issues related to my mental health. It's been a long, hard journey with lots of ups and downs that have really left their mark on me. I went through years of being misdiagnosed, which just made things more frustrating, like I was stuck in a fog, trying to find some clarity but only getting more confused. Spending time in mental health wards took a toll on me

Reflecting on the Past Thinking about my past really plays a huge role in how I take care of my spiritual and mental well-being. You know, before I got diagnosed, I kind of just floated through life, assuming that other people would step in and handle things for me when I couldn’t. It sounds a bit naïve, right? But honestly, that mindset led to a whole lot of hurt feelings and misunderstandings. The Struggles of Stability For a long time, I didn’t have a stable place to liv

We live in a world where, sadly, if you’re not being productive, people think you’re a burden or selfish and not really contributing. I want to push back against that thinking. We’re all just being ourselves and living our lives, and that’s what being 'productive' is all about. Why Self-Care Matters Self-care is super important, especially for those of us who are neurodiverse. A lot of us have our limits—like how much stimulation we can handle and how we interact with the wo