278 The Radical Neurodivergent Act of Stopping Before You're Exhausted

The Radical Neurodivergent Act of Stopping Before You're Exhausted

Patricia (she/her) shares what it's like when life is actuall calm. Without drama or big stories to tell, she reflects on learning to honor her energy limits. Patricia talks about pacing physical activity, noticing the urge to push past fatigue, and practicing self-compassion when her body needs rest. She also shares everyday moments—from kayaking at sunrise to navigating workouts and dog walks—while exploring what it means for autistic and neurodivergent people to find the "sweet spot" between doing enough and doing too much.

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE

·       Sometimes life is peaceful and stable—and that can make content creation surprisingly hard.

·       Many creatives and neurodivergent people are used to generating insight during moments of stress or conflict.

·       Learning to honor calm periods can be a form of nervous system healing.

·       Patricia reflects on getting back into kayaking and being on the water, which brings joy and grounding.

·       Physical energy levels can change over time, especially with chronic illness or post-exertional malaise.

·       Pacing physical activity is an ongoing learning process.

·       The urge to "do just one more thing" can push the body past its limits.

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