Ashley Rowland

Randall Rowland, a neurodivergent partner, shares his experiences with holiday stress, highlighting his aversion to surprises and the impact of routine changes. His partner, Ashley, adds valuable insights on practical strategies like using advance notice for gifts to ease tension. They discuss the importance of planning alternatives (plans A/B/C) for smoother outings and reveal their 'mistletoe' code word for signaling when they need a break. The duo emphasizes recovery days after events to recharge and maintain connection.