Exhausted, Overwhelmed, and Running on Empty? You’re Not Alone.
Parenting a neurodiverse child is a journey filled with love, advocacy, and endless learning. But let’s be honest—it’s exhausting. If you’ve ever found yourself sitting in the car after a school meeting, staring into space, wondering how much longer you can keep going like this… you’re not alone.
Many parents share that deep, relentless fatigue—the kind that isn’t fixed by a good night’s sleep or a quiet cup of tea. This isn’t just physical tiredness; it’s something deeper. There’s actually a name for it: secondary exhaustion.
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Primary vs. Secondary Exhaustion: What’s the Difference?
We’ve all heard of primary exhaustion, the kind that comes from physical illness or a medical condition. It makes sense—you’re unwell, and your body feels it.
But what you might be experiencing is secondary exhaustion. This kind of fatigue comes from being constantly "on": managing school meetings, appointments, meltdowns, and feeling like you need to fight for the support your child deserves. It’s the result of mental overload, emotional depletion, and carrying the invisible weight of advocacy every single day.
Sound familiar?
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Why It Feels Like You Can’t Stop
When you’re in the thick of it, slowing down feels impossible. Who will handle the next school meeting? Who will chase the referrals? If you don’t keep pushing, who will? So, you push. You power through. Until, eventually, your body and mind start waving a white flag.
Here’s the thing:
Taking time for yourself doesn’t mean giving up on your child. It means you’ll be better equipped to help them.
Want to Learn How to Break This Cycle?
If any of this sounds like you—if you’re nodding along, thinking, "Yes, this is exactly how I feel"—then I invite you to join my free webinar. We’ll talk about why this happens, how you can spot the signs earlier, and simple, realistic steps you can take to care for yourself without feeling like you’re letting your child down.
Because you’re not just a parent or an advocate—you’re human, and you deserve to feel less exhausted.