This past Sunday was supposed to be a pretty normal Sunday. Every Sunday, we’re supposed to have family dinner. It’s something I look forward to because life gets busy, and having that time together is important to me. Except…life had other plans. I had told my oldest, formerly known as KayLynn and now known asContinueContinue reading “When Your Coping Skills Aren’t Coping: A Real-Life Lesson in Overstimulation”
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Part 3: What Masking Looks Like in Moms—And Why It’s Exhausting
The author reflects on discovering their autism and the exhaustion from masking, a common behavior among neurodivergent individuals. Masking involves suppressing natural responses to seem neurotypical and can be especially draining for mothers. The author shares their journey towards unmasking, advocating for authenticity and self-acceptance for themselves and their children.
What I Wish I Knew About Autism—Before I Realized I Had It Too
The author shares their journey of discovering their own neurodiversity after their children were diagnosed with autism. They realize that many behaviors attributed to anxiety or trauma were signs of autism. This understanding reshapes their parenting, fostering compassion and self-acceptance, emphasizing advocacy for both themselves and their children.
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