A holiday party. Too much light. Too much sound. Too many expectations.
In this storytelling episode, Blaze shares a personal moment of shutdown — and the quiet clarity that came after.
This episode is for anyone who’s ever slipped away from the noise and hidden in a bathroom stall just to breathe. It offers deep emotional resonance, validation for sensory overload, and a reminder that needing quiet doesn’t make you broken — it makes you human.
Emotional takeaway: Sensory needs aren’t weaknesses. They’re wisdom — and honoring them is an act of self-trust.
This story echoes the themes from this week’s blog: “Safety in the Season of Sparkle: How to Protect Your ND Nervous System” — read it now at LoveOnTheAutismSpectrum.com.
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**This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment.
Barbara (Blaze) Lazarony, LMFT, is licensed in California. Listening does not create a therapeutic relationship or imply individualized advice.
Any tools or techniques shared are for general education only and do not guarantee results. Participation in educational offerings does not establish a client-therapist relationship.
All client examples are fictional and used solely for illustrative purposes.
If you’re in crisis or experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or contact local emergency services.**