A Lifestyle Blog for Neurodivergent Adults
Hey guys, Katie here! This week, we have a special guest on the blog, Victoria Ellen! Victoria is an autistic advocate, blogger, and speaker. Her blog, Actually Aspling, details her life as an autistic adult, and is a wonderful resource for other neurodivergent adults navigating life in this neurotypical world. Today, Victoria shares her experience of going through puberty as… Read More
At 21 years old, I came to the realization that I’m autistic. After hearing the term ‘autistic masking’, I learned that I’d been subconsciously doing it my entire life. For the first time, I saw how the mask I never knew I was wearing had helped me survive in a world where I’d always felt so different, but never knew… Read More
This April, it’s Autism Acceptance Month. As an autistic adult, I can confidently say that the majority of autistic adults (myself included), agree that we need Autism acceptance, not the Autism awareness that Autism Speaks promotes. The kind of awareness that informs people about the signs and ‘symptoms’ of Autism, as if Autism were some kind of disease that needs… Read More
I didn’t realize it until a few years ago.. but I love stimming! I love using a variety of calming stims for all sorts of occasions. When I was first learning about Autism, I used to doubt that I was autistic, because I didn’t think I was stimming. I’d always heard about stereotypical forms of stimming like hand flapping and… Read More
So, you’ve gotten a late Autism diagnosis, meaning you’re autistic! Congratulations and welcome to the family. Seriously, being autistic is awesome.. I would know, because I myself am autistic! 🙂 Hi, I’m Katie and I got a late Autism diagnosis at almost 25 years old. I’d learned I was autistic three years before, but having it officially diagnosed has been… Read More
I have ADHD And no, I don’t take any medication for it – though I’ve come very close. I also have no judgment for any ADHDers out there who feel they need it. Everyone’s brain is different, and I support everyone’s decision to do what they feel works best for them. But, medication in itself isn’t enough to treat ADHD…. Read More
Is your anxiety leaving you feeling stuck? Do you wish you didn’t have anxiety? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you most want to do? I can so relate. I’ve struggled with Generalized Anxiety Disorder my entire life, but was only officially diagnosed with it last year. Until a few years ago, I had no clue how significantly… Read More
At almost twenty-five years old, I was diagnosed as autistic. This only confirmed the self-diagnosis I’d given myself three years earlier after first really learning about Autism. I realized I’d learned to fit in by suppressing my real self from a very young age. While this helped me appear very normal, and gain the approval of others, it completely killed… Read More
Low self-esteem, feelings worthless, a deep lack of belonging, the feeling that everyone hates me… These are all things I’ve had quite a bit of experience with in my life. Until two years ago, they were pretty much my norm. Then, I found out that I was autistic, and had ADHD.. and suddenly it all made sense. I’ve learned to… Read More
What if I told you about a magical tool that could improve your focus, manage your anxiety, help you sleep better, and promote healthy emotional regulation? Well, it exists.. and it’s meditation. Meditation for overactive minds is absolutely possible. I promise it’s not just a fantasy to dream about. And coming from someone with a highly overactive mind, that’s a… Read More
Welcome, creatures! I'm Katie, and I'm proudly neurodivergent. At 24 years old, I was diagnosed as autistic. Learning that I'm autistic freed me to be myself, and it empowered me to love myself and begin creating an authentic life that makes me happy - and I'm passionate about helping you do the same! Read More…