Autism and Domestic Violence, Episode 3: Triangulation
Manipulators create triangles in relationships to control and confuse. Would you recognize this common method of abuse? An autistic person's best characteristics can leave them vulnerable to this ki...
11 Jan 202216min
Autism and Domestic Violence - Episode 2
Do you recognize the messages about love and relationships that make people vulnerable to abuse? Movies, books, family and more all paint an idealized picture of what love and commitment looks like. F...
3 Jan 202215min
Autism and Domestic Violence - Episode 1
Are autistics susceptible to domestic violence? Autistic traits can make a person more vulnerable to emotional and physical abuse. The primary way to be protected is through knowledge and preparation....
15 Dec 202119min
Unhelpful Self-Help
Do you have piles of self-help books that didn’t work? It’s not you! Have you heard that things happen for a reason? Is that a) a scientific fact, b) a spiritual concept, c) something people say whe...
29 Nov 20218min
Ask Without Apologizing
Do you follow a request with an apology for asking? If you struggle with social communication you might think it's necessary. Hear an alternative way to ask for what you want. #ActuallyAutistic Conta...
15 Nov 20214min
Catastrophizing
Do you find yourself focusing on the worst possible outcome? This might explain it. Contact me on Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: Info@theautisticwoman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwom...
6 Nov 20219min
Anticipation Fixation
Ever feel like you’re getting way too excited over something that hasn’t happened yet? It seems like your imagination goes wild and it feels great! Could it be a variation of rumination? Reactions to...
18 Okt 20217min
Saying "I'm Autistic"
NEW EPISODE: Saying “I’m Autistic” - Who have you told you’re autistic? Were you believed? Revealing yourself to a few people can have some expected and unexpected reactions. Hear a perspective about...
8 Okt 20218min
