Moving felt exciting until we actually started doing it. This post is a real-time look at the messy middle of a big life change: the chaos, the emotions, the tiny wins, and the reminders that this part matters too. If you’re in the thick of transition (or just tired of pretending it’s supposed to feel smooth), this one’s for you.

Slowing down with ADHD can feel scary—but sometimes it’s exactly what we need. Here’s what happened when I forgot my laptop on a birthday trip and had to stop.