My Self-Care Journey: Managing Pain, Fighting Burnout, and Prioritizing My Health
Today was a big day for me. I finally went to see a spinal surgeon for a consult about my back—something I probably should have done a long time ago.
For those who don’t kno... See more
Understanding Wandering in Autism and Dementia: Risks, Reasons, and Prevention Tips
Wandering, also known as elopement, is a significant concern within the autism community and among individuals with dementia and other disabilities. This behavior involves... See more
This is Gavin. Gavin is my 24 year old autistic son who has recently begun building his own adult life. This past week Gavin called me from the break room at work and was incredibly upset. He was not making a great deal of sense and only after calming him... See more
I was feeling a little overwhelmed the last few days, but I’m in a better place today. I can be really easy to get lost in the moment and lose sight of what matters. I think that’s what happened to me and once I realized that, I was able to put things int... See more
Parenting sometimes requires a freakish level of flexibility
I’ve been struggling as a parent for the last couple of weeks. I was pretty stoked about the new school year cause everyone seemed excited, or as excited as possible to go to school. I had alrea... See more