As I wrote previously, dating and relationship conversations can feel embarrassing and anxiety-provoking. Those feelings arise because we want something from a romantic partner, but we don’t want to make things awkward... Read more »
The definition of time management—according to the book Smart But Scattered by Dawson and Guare—is understanding how much time you have, determining where to spend that time, and operating within time limits... Read more »
If you’ve ever tried to have a serious heart-to-heart with a partner, only to have them shut down, walk away, or suddenly act like they’re “too busy,” you aren’t alone. For people... Read more »
For many autistic individuals, injustice is not merely an intellectual disagreement. It is a visceral, physiological threat response. Current neurodivergent research identifies “justice sensitivity” as a core component of the autistic experience.... Read more »
At 33, I lost my husband to advanced adrenal cancer. Despite my master’s in social work, the resulting immense sadness, anxiety, and fear were overwhelming. His funeral, just before Thanksgiving, made the... Read more »
The sudden, intense rush of anger. The immediate, regrettable reaction. If you have ADHD, you know this feeling—a volatile emotional spark that ignites before you can even think to put it out.... Read more »
If the sudden, unpredictable bangs and blinding flashes of fireworks fill you or an autistic loved one with dread instead of excitement, you are absolutely not alone. For many autistic individuals, events... Read more »
Lately, I’ve noticed a theme among my clients and, similarly, in myself. Many of us are in seasons that demand sustained focus and mindful energy. We are pushing toward something important while... Read more »
Council on Substance Abuse. The loneliness epidemic persists: A post-pandemic look at the state of loneliness among U.S. adults. cosancadd.org/the-loneliness-epidemic-persists-a-post-pandemic-look-at-the-state-of-loneliness-among-u-s-adults/ Cox, D. (2021). The state of American friendship: Change, challenges, and loss.... Read more »
Hyperactivating strategies are intense, high-energy behaviors and thoughts that people with anxious attachment use when they fear a loved one is unavailable. They involve clinginess, emotional outbursts, and constant reassurance seeking to... Read more »