A personal reflection on how weightlifting can support mental health and trauma recovery. This article explores the connection between strength training, the nervous system, and reconnecting with the body.

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If you’re neurodivergent — whether you live with ADHD, autism, or identify as a Highly Sensitive Person — you might often wonder: “Why can’t I just calm down?” or “Why do I overreact to things that other people seem to handle easily?” This difficulty with self-regulation is not a failure of willpower or resilience. It’s deeply connected to how your nervous system works. For many neurodivergent adults, especially those with ADHD and anxiety , the nervous system operates on

Living with ADHD can already feel like your mind is running on fast-forward — juggling thoughts, impulses, and distractions all at once....