As I mentioned previously, I’ve been suffering from autistic burnout. One of the symptoms that’s been particularly troublesome is heightened sensory sensitivity. It’s not uncommon for
Long before I was a coach, or worked with one, I was a 19-year-old just starting in her career. I had flunked out of college
I’m at Loudon Motor Speedway. It’s a gorgeous weekend in June, not always a guarantee in NH. I’ve come out to see my son in his
You know that expression, “Just like riding a bike”? It’s supposed to imply that even if we have been away from something for a while, it
Uptight. Rigid. These are two of the kinder words that have been used to describe me when I’m doing what I need to do to feel healthy. Then
As I shared previously, I’m working on coming back from autistic burnout. As part of that, I’m doing my best to limit circumstances that I find
Earlier this year I was on the receiving end of an intervention. Well, maybe not that extreme. Let’s say a stern talking to. Turns out I downplay good
It’s that time again. Burnout. My favorite. I should have known, but this time was sneaky. Usually, work is the thing that pushes me over the edge. This time,
In January, life was a bit chaotic. While change is what I do for a living, and living with a teen can be a bumpy road,
Games were a key part of my formative years. I recall playing (and beating) my father at gin rummy when I was three. Still too young to
