Tag: Coping Mechanisms
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When Clothes Overwhelm
I have clothing sensitivities. My girls, Bug, Bear, and Butterfly (Bug, Bear, and Butterfly are not their real names, but they are young and I want to respect their privacy) have clothing sensitivities. My grandma had clothing sensitivities. Let’s just say it runs in the family. I struggle with clothes that squeeze too tight, and…
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Hidden Superpowers
What if invisible illnesses were superpowers? If that were the case, my superhero name would be Anxiety Girl and my superpowers would be anti-procrastination and over-preparation. Have an essay due? I start working on it weeks in advance. Packing for a trip? I’ve got tampons for years. I developed these superpowers very young in order…