Pillow Talk Weekly

I Don’t Have the Bandwidth for This Today
Boundaries
Fina De' Lorenzo

I Don’t Have the Bandwidth for This Today

What happens when the woman who always handles everything finally stops? Apparently, everyone gets confused. After years of fixing, rescuing and carrying what never belonged to me, I’m learning that setting boundaries isn’t abandonment—it’s finally coming home to myself.

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My ADHD Doesn't Just Affect Me — Ask My Family
ADHD
Fina De' Lorenzo

My ADHD Doesn't Just Affect Me — Ask My Family

For most of my life, I thought I was forgetful, careless, too much—or simply a hot mess. I didn't understand what ADHD was doing behind the scenes, or how much it affected the people I loved. Looking back now, I see the little girl, the overwhelmed mother and the woman just trying to look like she had it together very differently. Some of it is heartbreaking. Some of it is absolutely hilarious. And all of it taught me something about judgment, compassion and finally understanding my own brain.

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Well… Apparently She Wasn’t Dead After All
body confidence
Fina De' Lorenzo

Well… Apparently She Wasn’t Dead After All

Menopause, stress and life had pretty much buried my libido—and honestly, I thought she might be gone for good. Then I decided to try something new. Let’s just say… apparently she wasn’t dead after all. This week’s Pillow Talk is about PT-141, intimacy, finding what works for you, and remembering that feeling like yourself again matters too.

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Does Anyone Have the Magic Key?
ADHD
Fina De' Lorenzo

Does Anyone Have the Magic Key?

Why do some people hear concern while others hear criticism? This week, I'm exploring why every difficult conversation can feel like a declaration of war, what emotional intelligence really looks like, and why silence—not conflict—is often the greatest danger to any relationshi

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The Survivalist and the Princess
Boundaries
Fina De' Lorenzo

The Survivalist and the Princess

Apparently I’m a Princess. Now What? One of the highlights of my week was discovering that my partner thinks we need another therapy session because apparently our disagreement isn’t fully...
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Week Three: Apparently the Universe Wasn't Finished With Me Yet
Chronic Illness
Fina De' Lorenzo

Week Three: Apparently the Universe Wasn't Finished With Me Yet

Well, apparently whatever bug moved into my body last week decided it wasn't ready to leave. I thought maybe I'd wake up feeling better. Maybe a little stronger. Maybe ready...
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