Life Experiences
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There has been research on this topic, and disclosing autism is a choice and different for everyone. Many autistic adults struggle to tell others about their autism diagnosis, and this is for many reasons, such as worrying about the reaction of others. Many autistic adults can experience stigma when disclosing their diagnosis and fear that… Read more
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Out of sight, out of mind is something we all suffer from time to time. However, this is caused by executive function, memory and attention differences in the ADHD and Autism community, and it happens a lot more often. It is not the same as object permanence as a developmental stage in babies. For me,… Read more
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I love writing, which I can do very well, and I have excelled in music. These are the subjects I enjoy today. However, school was not an easy time in my life. It was about bullying, anxiety, humiliation and isolation. Image by Mazaya Bulan from Pixabay Selective Mutism At nursery and in my first year… Read more
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What is a substance-free lifestyle? A substance-free lifestyle is a lifestyle choice where a person lives their life without the use of substances that alter their mind in negative ways that are likely to harm them. Examples of substances are alcohol, tobacco, and recreational drugs, as well as prescription drugs (used in a way that… Read more
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Why Do People Avoid Eye Contact? We are told that maintaining good eye contact when speaking is one of the fundamental ways we connect. However, eye contact can vary depending on different factors. For example, some cultures think that good eye contact when someone is talking can be disrespectful, rude or aggressive. Neurodivergent people with… Read more
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My brain goes all the time. It is like I don’t have an off switch for it to stay quiet. Endless thoughts going around my head, and it is really tiring. I know that for me rest is very important, but I am not very good at stopping. However, I have written some reasons why… Read more
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I often hear comments that people make about ‘everyone being on the spectrum’, or ‘a little bit autistic’. I don’t think people say this to be nasty, but it is just a lack of understanding about the condition. After all, I used to think this way too. The answer to this is no. I was… Read more
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Has anyone ever wondered why many people with autism fuss over food? It is not about being difficult, but about sensory regulation, comfort and predictability. I am not very good at trying new food. There are a lot of foods I like to eat, but there are foods that make me feel anxious when and… Read more
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To make a big deal over a sandwich is crazy, I know😂. My daughter asked if she could have a packed lunch to school before the holidays. She has been having school dinners, and it has been so convenient. I don’t have to think about preparing lunch for her; I don’t have to buy extra… Read more
My Autism Life After Diagnosis 