Are You Really “Overreacting”?
People react to different amounts of sensory input, but even when it’s only a little, it’s not made up.
Author: Heather Cook
My Independence Day
The Fourth of July celebrates the signing of the Declaration of Independence, not of actually gaining independence. That took several more years and they had to fight for it. Hard.
Why Job Interviews Are So Difficult
There are good reasons why job interviews are such strange experiences. Here are a few.
The 5 Most Overlooked (and Common) Autistic Stressors
Here are five things that are so common in our modern lifestyle, that we often don’t have a chance to experience life without them, so we don’t see how much they affect us.
Thoughts on Theory of Mind
Theory of Mind is often pointed out as an autistic deficit, but is it really that? Is something else going on? And is it just autistics that find this challenging?
Why Sensory Stuff Matters to Social Stuff
I talk a lot about body feelings, like noticing your hands. But what does that have to do with making friends?
Why Social Skills Training is A Waste of Time (If Not Worse)
Socializing isn’t primarily about social skills. In fact, that’s the smallest factor, and the last thing to work on.
I Just Threw Away All My Makeup; Here’s Why
Yesterday I wore makeup to make a short video. The consequences reminded me of just how strongly my senses effect everything in my life.
New Year’s Reflections and Intentions
A few prompts to reflect on the previous year and to set intentions for the next.
Your Path to a Life You Love: Capitalize on Your Strengths
There are some great things about an autistic brain that can get overlooked if you focus only on the things that are more difficult.
Your Path to a Life You Love: Design Your Own Best Destiny
Want to really get at the heart of what’s holding you back? To find the freedom to make your life be what you want it to be? That takes a deep dive.
Your Path to a Life You Love: Deepen Your Personal Sensory Awareness
Almost all autistics have a more intense sensory experience of the world than the majority of people. Understanding what that means for you gives you power.
