From the erosion of ego to the ascent of self
Reflections on burnout, solitude, and identity.
Peak Afflatus began as an effort to understand midlife collapse, and grew into an exploration of renewal through the perspective of late-diagnosed autism. It continues to question how self-ignorance breeds torment, and how cultural ideals can erode what truly aligns with our own psychology.
Emergent Living:
The Series
Emergent Living maps life after long-term performance collapses, and the work of rebuilding coherence without inherited paths.
A Comprehensive
Breakdown
Collapse, masking,
& the loss of identity.
Between
Selves
Liminal living without
a finished self.
A Comprehensive Breakdown - Book 1
After burnout and a late autism diagnosis, I left behind a 25-year creative career and set out alone to walk across the French Alps. A collection of my essays grew into a reflective memoir of collapse, solitude, and rediscovery.
★★★★★ Must read!
"An open, honest and deeply moving book about living with undiagnosed autism and the journey toward self-acceptance. Beautifully written and hopeful. A book to read, share, and discuss."
Nicci Attfield, Reedsy Discovery
Expert Endorsed!
“Peak writes with such beauty and skill. As a late-diagnosed autistic adult, I could see myself in Peak’s story, and I am sure many will feel the same. A joy to read.”
Sarah Hendrickx, Author and autism specialist
Essays
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