Category Archives: self care

Pathological Demand Avoidance: Christmas Edition

I mostly enjoy being autistic. I appreciate the quirks in how I perceive the world, even though I often feel out of step with the people around me, and moreso during the Christmas season. There is one aspect of my autistic experience that I could do without and that’s Pathological Demand Avoidance. Also known asContinue reading “Pathological Demand Avoidance: Christmas Edition”

Accepting My Autism

I was 35 years old and really getting to know myself. Now, I’m 35 years old and autistic, thanks to a recent diagnosis. It feels like something new, but I’ve really been autistic all along.  All the different things I obsessed about collecting as a kid – rocks, books, clocks, pogs, small figurines? Might haveContinue reading “Accepting My Autism”

Endometriosis 101: Period Tracking

One of the worst things about endometriosis (besides the pain) is how little is known about this disease. Researchers don’t really know what causes it, and doctors don’t have many good answers when it comes to treating it. Period tracking is one way to learn about your cycle and make more informed choices for yourself.Continue reading “Endometriosis 101: Period Tracking”