The person behind the resources
About
The story behind Realistic Resources — and why practical beats theoretical every time.
Hi, I'm Emma
I spent a decade as a professional chef — managing complexity in real time, building systems under pressure, and making things work with whatever was available. When chronic illness made that career physically unsustainable, I pivoted into data science and AI consulting.
I live with multiple invisible disabilities, including EDS, POTS, and severe food allergies. These conditions create a high "energy tax" in daily life, which means intentional planning, logistics, and contingency systems aren't optional for me — they're how I function. That lived experience shapes everything I create.
I built Realistic Resources because I was tired of advice that only works under ideal conditions. Everything here has been tested under real constraints. I don't share something unless I've used it myself and believe it can genuinely help.
What I Focus On
- Making AI and technology approachable for people who aren't technical
- Tools, prompts, and frameworks that reduce confusion and decision fatigue
- Navigating work and daily life with disability — realistically, not performatively
- Applying systems thinking from kitchens, consulting, and lived experience to everyday problems
Background
- 10+ years in high-pressure, systems-driven environments
- Former professional chef turned AI and data science consultant
- Experience designing tools and systems for people, not just organizations
- Everything built around clarity, accessibility, and ease of use
Outside of work
When I'm not building systems or demystifying AI, you'll find me on trails with my dog — recharging in a way that actually works.