Focus… Tuesday? – Navigating the Holidays as Your Fabulous Neurospicy Self

The holidays are a time of joy, connection, and… sometimes, overwhelm. For neurospicy folks like us, family gatherings can bring unique challenges. From unsolicited advice to side-eyes about how we navigate our mental wellness journey, the holiday table can feel more like a battlefield than a celebration. But here’s the thing: you are fabulous, precious, and unapologetically yourself, and that’s worth celebrating every single day—including during the holidays.

Here are some thoughts to keep close this holiday season:

Your Mental Wellness Journey Is Yours Alone

Your choices, whether it’s therapy, medication, coaching, or a combination, are personal. If Aunt Martha asks why you seem “different,” you don’t owe anyone an explanation. A simple, “I’ve been working on things that make me feel my best,” is more than enough. Your journey is a testament to your strength, not a topic for dinner conversation unless you want it to be.

Different ≠ Lazy

Do you approach things differently? Maybe you bring pre-cut veggies instead of hand-chopping them for the potluck, or maybe you’re wearing your comfiest holiday PJs instead of squeezing into dress clothes. These choices aren’t lazy—they’re adaptations that honor your energy and creativity. If comments arise, try responding with humor or clarity: “Oh, I’ve found this way works best for me. Keeps me fabulous!”

Set Boundaries Like the Gift You Are

It’s okay to leave early, take breaks in a quiet room, or say no to events that feel draining. Your energy is precious, and protecting it is a form of self-respect. If saying “no” feels hard, try, “Thanks for inviting me, but I’ll need to sit this one out. I’ll be with you in spirit!”

Remember Your Sparkle

You bring something irreplaceable to every room you enter. Whether it’s your wit, your perspective, or your creative energy, you make things better just by being you. The holidays might not always make space for neurospicy brilliance, but that doesn’t mean you have to dim your light.

This season, let’s embrace our fabulous selves—quirks, twirls, and all. We are not less because we are different; we are more because we are uniquely us. The holidays are lucky to have us!

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