Imagine how much more our children could thrive if the goal of school wasn’t compliance, but curiosity. Imagine if we gave them room to grow, explore, and learn through experience rather than lectures, worksheets, and endless tests.
Author Archives: C E Plagmann
Reclaiming Patriotism: A Fourth of July Reflection
As the birthday of our country approaches, I’ve been seeing more and more videos and posts about the flag… this symbol of freedom that once united us. For years now, I haven’t felt joy in celebrating Independence Day, not because I don’t want to, but because the American flag has been co-opted by some asContinue reading “Reclaiming Patriotism: A Fourth of July Reflection”
Why We Told Our 5-Year-Old She’s Autistic and ADHD
My oldest was five and a half when she was diagnosed as both Autistic and ADHD, just like me. But I’d known since she was two that she was at least ADHD, and the more I researched autism to better understand myself, the more I began to recognize the signs in her too. I alsoContinue reading “Why We Told Our 5-Year-Old She’s Autistic and ADHD”
An Open Letter to RFK Jr.
I’ve been sitting with a lot of feelings since hearing RFK Jr.’s recent comments about autism. As an autistic mother of an autistic child, his words felt personal—like an attempt to erase people like me and my family. I wasn’t sure what to do with that feeling at first, but eventually, I wrote this openContinue reading “An Open Letter to RFK Jr.”
I Want To Write Something That Matters
I want to write something big— Something that makes you want to sing, or dance, or laugh, or sob. Something that makes you feel anything. Something that sticks with you. That makes you think, “I’ve never thought about it like that before.” That’s what I love to read, and long to write. But sometimes IContinue reading “I Want To Write Something That Matters”
It’s Okay to Need Help: A Reflection on Motherhood, Autism, and Burnout
Being a stay-at-home mom to two young kids is a full-time job—one I cherish deeply. I love my daughters and the life I’m building with my family. But I’ve come to realize that love isn’t always enough to keep me going, especially as an Autistic and ADHD adult navigating motherhood. Before I became a mom,Continue reading “It’s Okay to Need Help: A Reflection on Motherhood, Autism, and Burnout”
Why Autistic and ADHD People Are Scared Right Now: A Call for Understanding
By Clarissa Enos Plagmann Note: I published this post on Substack, and on my other blog, but I am consolidating the two blogs into one now, so I am working on transferring my posts here. Here is the full blog post. I think this is such an important topic and it’s so important to me.Continue reading “Why Autistic and ADHD People Are Scared Right Now: A Call for Understanding”
How to ADHD: An Insider’s Guide to Working with Your Brain (Not Against It)
A few months back, I saw Jessica McCabe’s video on How to ADHD about her book coming out this month (January 2024) so I immediately went and pre-ordered the book! A few days ago, it came and I’m so happy! So, I’m starting off this year reading through this book about How to ADHD! I’mContinue reading “How to ADHD: An Insider’s Guide to Working with Your Brain (Not Against It)”
Goals and Thoughts on the New Year
I don’t normally post on Sundays, but as today is the last day of the year, and it’s been awhile since I last posted, I thought I’d make an exception. I’m still trying to figure out a blog schedule for 2024, but ideally I’d like to post at least once a week. I struggle withContinue reading “Goals and Thoughts on the New Year”
Neurodivergent Struggles with Homemaking
I am so sorry I haven’t posted more recently. I’ve been switching medications, and adjusting to new schedules, and celebrating Halloween and all that fun stuff, plus seeing a new therapist and going through a “dark night of the soul”. Essentially everything is changing for me, for my family, etc and I’m doing my bestContinue reading “Neurodivergent Struggles with Homemaking”
The Neurodivergent Homemaker 