Episode 18

Embracing Neurodiversity: A Post-Corie Chat

This podcast episode of 'No Shame in the Home Game' features a conversation between co-hosts Lacey and Sarah, reflecting on their previous interview with Corie Wightlin about neurodiversity in home management. They explore their personal experiences on managing energy, space, and expectations in their own homes, which have been particularly influenced by neurodiversity, chronic illness, and introverted tendencies. They also dive deep into the concept of 'energy bank' or 'spoons theory,' a metaphor used in the chronic illness community to articulate limits. Lacey relatably frames daily tasks and chores in terms of energy expenditure and discusses her efforts to shift perspective towards acceptance. Sarah likewise offers her perspective on handling mental energy and the impact on her patience and mood. The discussion segues into the impact of these energy expenditure practices on their meditation routines and daily lives, emphasizing the benefits of a personalized approach to well-being and daily task management.

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Sara Kelly

Sara runs Your Aligned Home as a Home Management Consultant. Translation- let's get your home running smoother so you have time for the things you love!
Her combination of optimizing systems, a compassionate ear, and the desire to help others led her to this work.
Although she helps with all things inside the home, any free time is spent outside the home. She usually has dirt under her nails and a hat on her head ready to be outdoors.
Don't ask this gal for perfection, that is not her jam. She is in it to spark joy one home at a time and let the goodness ripple from there!

Lacey Tomlinson

Lacey Tomlinson transforms life's messiest moments into meaningful connections. As a mother, entrepreneur, and chronic illness advocate, she founded the Joyful Support Movement after her own health journey forced her to rebuild her life authentically. Through podcasts, courses, and community building, Lacey helps others navigate their "messy middle" without shame or perfection, because she believes everyone deserves genuine support. Her philosophy? "Life's better when we stop pretending and just embrace the plot." With master's degrees in Communication and Instructional Design, she combines professional expertise with raw human experience to create spaces where vulnerability is celebrated, authentic stories are shared, and people find the support they need.