August 27, 2025 Initiative vs. Guilt: The “Can I?” Stage Revisiting Erikson Through a Neurodivergent Lens (Part Four) This is part four in my series exploring neurodivergent identity and shame through Erik Erikson’s developmental framework. You can previous installments of the series here. Today’s essay centers on Initiative vs. Guilt ~ the “Can I?” years, and what it […]| Neurodivergent Insights
August 20, 2025 Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt: The “I Do It Myself” Years Revisiting Erikson Through a Neurodivergent Lens (Part Three) This is part three in my series exploring neurodivergent identity and shame through Erik Erikson’s developmental framework. You can catch the last installment on Trust vs. Mistrust here. Today’s essay centers on Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt ~ the “I do it| Neurodivergent Insights
Explore Erikson’s Trust vs. Mistrust stage through a neurodivergent lens—early bonding, unmet needs, and rebuilding trust in parenting and adulthood.| Neurodivergent Insights
August 9, 2025 Part One: Shame, Restlessness, and Erik Erikson How core wounds shape our sense of brokenness ~ and what a neurodivergent lens reveals “I realized I’m not broken. I’m different.” Some version of this line has become a kind of neurodivergent tagline. And for good reason. It’s powerful. Some really important books have […]| Neurodivergent Insights
Many live with the 'marks of the bear'—unseen pain from missed Autism or ADHD. Discover how misdiagnosis shapes mental health, identity, and healing.| Neurodivergent Insights