When a flare hits, my body crashes without warning. One moment I’m full of ideas and energy; the next, I can barely move. The itching, joint pain, and bone-deep fatigue make me feel ninety years old. My brain still wants to go — but my body says no. Over time, I’ve learned that rest isn’t weakness; it’s medicine. Allowing myself to pause with kindness means I show up later as a calmer, more present mum. Healing isn’t about pushing harder — it’s about honouring the balance bet

"Sometimes it feels like I’m watching life through glass—present but not really here. This ‘zombie mode’ isn’t laziness or indifference; it’s dissociation. A survival strategy the brain uses when reality becomes too much. In this blog, I share what it looks like from the inside, why it happens, and how to recognise the signs so you know you’re not alone."

“Feeling tired, overwhelmed, or stuck in a cycle of highs and lows? This blog explores how balanced nutrition and simple acts of self-care can transform your energy, mood, and confidence. Discover why self-love is the first step in every transformation journey—and how Caterpillar Rising will guide you through it.”

I was made redundant this week—and instead of collapsing, I treated it as a cocoon. This piece blends story and science: what trauma does to the brain, why it often hits women (especially neurodivergent women) harder, and my COCOON framework to move from survival to strength. If you’re navigating shock, burnout or big change, these gentle, practical steps—breath, grounding, reframing, micro-actions and community—will help you grow wings.