For so long, I didn’t realize how the symptoms and lead up to burn out was affecting everything in my world, but as I’ve reached a new burnout I can see clearly how much has changed.
Spiraling Into Self-Care
I’ve found myself in an emotional burnout lately, an emotional hangover if you will. After a week on an emotional roller coaster, I’m finally acknowledging that I have to actively practice self-care.
Birthday Crisis
Birthdays have a way of making you reflect; This year, and others, has me in a small state of identity crisis. Who do I want to be?
Self Care: The Universe Demands It
Self-care routines are easy to let slide, especially when you feel like there is a thousand other things that need your attention. Sometimes, though, the universe keeps reminding you to take care of yourself.
Our Special Olympics Journey
My son’s participation in the Special Olympics has opened my eyes to how beautiful our life is because of him and what he brings to our family.
Burnout Crossroads
I found myself at a crossroads recently, and my mind has been going a million miles an hour since.
Changing the Internal Monologue
What if we could change the internal monologue? The one that gives us a false, usually negative idea of who we are.
Dysregulation In Mental Health & Neurodivergence
Motherhood has brought many unexpected lessons. One of my most recent ones was how important it is to give good examples of emotional regulation.
The Hard Days
I believe in talking honestly about the goods and bads of hfASD. Today was a hard day, and this is how we make it through them.
Summertime Anxiety
Summertime comes with a lot of fun, and for some moms, a lot of anxiety.