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The Things I Thought Were Just Me Were Actually Autism
For most of my life, I thought I was just bad at being a person. I didn’t realize the things I struggled with weren’t personal failures—they were pieces of myself I hadn’t yet…
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What AuDHD Looks Like in My Everyday Life
What does AuDHD really look like in everyday life? In this personal episode, I share my experiences with sensory overload, executive dysfunction, hyperfocus, social exhaustion, and learning to understand my brain instead of…
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When Picky Eating Is More Than Picky Eating: Understanding ARFID
I’ve always considered myself a picky eater, but my godson taught me there’s a difference between being selective with food and experiencing something deeper. Through learning about ARFID, I’ve discovered how closely food…
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More Than a Label: Celebrating the Boy I Love
On her godson's 8th birthday, the author reflects on the lessons learned from his experiences with autism. She emphasizes that autism is just one aspect of a person’s identity, advocating for understanding beyond…
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Why Routine Changes Feel So Overwhelming When You’re Neurodivergent
For many neurodivergent people, small changes don’t feel small at all. In this personal post, I reflect on how disrupted routines, broken traditions, and unexpected shifts can trigger anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional dysregulation—and…
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The Role of Food in Autism and Comfort Routines
The author reflects on their relationship with food, particularly how being diagnosed with autism helped them understand their preferences for familiar meals like beef taquitos and In-N-Out burgers. These foods provided comfort and…
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The Shame After a Meltdown
Meltdowns often leave lasting emotional scars that exceed their immediate chaos. The aftermath includes feelings of shame, guilt, and self-hatred that can linger long after the incident. True healing lies in how we…
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What Autism Really Looks Like: My Personal Experience
Autism Awareness Month highlights the importance of understanding the complexities of living with autism beyond stereotypes. The author shares personal experiences of sensory overwhelm, irritability, social burnout, and emotional struggles, emphasizing that autism…
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The Hidden Struggles Behind a High-Functioning Exterior
On the outside, I look like I’m doing just fine. People often see me as capable, responsible, and put together. I show up every day, get things done, and smile when expected. But what most people…
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Autistic Joy: Embracing Different Expressions of Happiness
I’ve always had a hard time expressing joy the way that others do. I feel joy and happiness just like everyone else, I just show it in a different way. While others are jumping up…
