“You talk so fast!” Autism Quirks

Does your room leave you feeling drained, tense, or unable to relax? In this episode, I explore three sensory issues that can make a space harder to live in when you’re autistic. We’ll look at how you...

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High school can be a lot to handle when you’re autistic. Noisy corridors, changing classes, homework deadlines, and social expectations can make an ordinary school day exhausting.In this episode, we t...

13 Loka 9min

University can bring new freedom, new routines, and a lot to manage at once. If you’re autistic, lectures, shared accommodation, deadlines, and busy social spaces may take more energy than people real...

12 Loka 9min

An autistic meltdown can feel as though it came out of nowhere. Often, there are signs that things are becoming too much. The challenge is noticing them when you’re already overwhelmed.In this episode...

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What can you do when frustration builds and you feel close to losing control? In this episode, we talk about anger in autistic adults and how to notice what may be happening before you reach that poin...

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Could some of your everyday experiences be connected to autism? In this episode, we explore five Asperger’s symptoms in adults that can be easy to overlook, especially if you learned to hide your diff...

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You Don’t Look Autistic: Interview With Author Bianca Toeps“You don’t look autistic” is something many autistic adults have heard. But autism doesn’t have a look, and that comment can make someone fee...

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Can you be autistic if loud sounds, bright lights, or clothing textures don’t bother you? It’s a common question, especially if you’re exploring autism as an adult and don’t relate to every example yo...

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