A Lifestyle Blog for Neurodivergent Adults
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
There’s all kinds of talk about self-love these days. But what does it mean to actually practice self-love? There’s no denying the importance of it. But as neurodivergent adults, self-love sometimes looks a lot different for us than it does for neurotypicals. We all practice self-love a little differently, even as neurodivegent people, and that’s totally fine. But when it… Read More
As a single neurodivergent adult, I’ve never been happier in my life than I am right now. Truly. I’ve wasted too many years being in the wrong relationship and caring about the wrong people, and I’m done. Because of subconscious masking, I lived the first twenty years of my life believing that everyone always knew better than I did. So… Read More
I’m so thankful to live in a time when it’s never been easier for autistic people to find alternative forms of employment and income. I’ve never had a ‘regular job’. I briefly worked two temporary retail jobs over the holidays – I hated them both and found them completely draining. I knew I’d never be happy with a typical office… 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
If mindless spending is a huge problem you can’t seem to stop, I know how you feel. For most of my life (until about two years ago), I was such a mindless spender. I used to get so excited at the thought of buying new things. More money meant more clothing I didn’t need. More unhealthy food I didn’t need… 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…