Oldest Daughter Energy is real: you became the family’s emergency plan, then wondered why you’re exhausted. This piece unpacks parentification, invisible labor, and why “being the responsible one” can quietly torch your nervous system. Boundaries aren’t betrayal. They’re healthcare.

I tell parents to stay calm, connected, and consistent. Then I yell at my kid because they spilled juice on my laptop. So yeah… let’s talk.

Neurodivergent at work? You’re not “too much”—you’re just misunderstood. Here’s how to advocate for your brain and thrive without masking.