I used to despair that I was always a little (or a lot) different no matter how hard I tried to fit in. Figuring out I’m autistic explained why, but created a complicated relationship with that feeling of being broken.
Do you find it difficult to answer questions like, “what do you want?” or “what do you need?” Here’s my take on what’s going on.
How do you rest when your inner critic keeps getting on your case?
The things that drivers do to stay safe and keep others safe, are the same types of things that go on in healthy relationships.
Trying to make your own version of an autistic-friendly life is a bit like finding your way through the deep dark woods.
Once you’ve figured out that you’re masking, and want to do so less, how do you unmask? Here’s my philosophy.
You’ve heard of autistic masking? Here’s an intro on what it is, what it’s not, and some of the side effects.
There are many parts to the internal work that we do to get reasonably comfortable with people. Here are some common ones.
Do you have conflicting thoughts about the idea that self-acceptance can actually work as a way to have better relationships?
Self-acceptance is a nice ideal, but how does it practically get you friends?
Strategies to increase socializing by dealing with the anxiety, or improving social skills, aren’t bad ideas, but they produce limited, short-term results. Here are two reasons why.
A brief, imaginary dip into what “being reasonably comfortable around people” practically looks like.
When we say we can’t do something that we actually can do, it may limit our ability to solve the real issue. Here’s a way to take back control.
How to generate ideas for work that you actually like, tips for making it work with your AuDHD brain, and be sustainable. Plus practical tips especially for self-employment.
I’ve had difficulty falling asleep almost my entire life. Turns out that is common for autistic individuals. Lots of sleep tips are great. Here’s one you might not have heard.
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