What Autism Feels Like: The Static, The Silence, and Everything In Between
If I could hand you my brain for just a minute, I would. Not out…
Author: Rae Elise
I'm Elise, an autistic advocate, writer, and perpetual overthinker. Writing is my therapy and my rebellion. I live in a cozy corner of the world with a collection of fidget toys and a love for midnight snacks. Sharing my story is my way of connecting with others and breaking down stereotypes, all while staying tucked safely behind my pseudonym. I hope you’ll find comfort, humor, and maybe a little bit of yourself in these pages. - Elise R. (Pen name: Elise Rae)
Networking with neurotypicals (for divergents)
I’ve been to a lot of networking events, and let me tell you—they’re not for…
Autism Feels Like Static: Living in a World That’s Too Loud
Sometimes I describe autism like static—a relentless hum in the background that drowns out the…
The Myths and Truths About Stimming: Oh, the Ways We Stim
Stimming. The word sounds clinical, sterile—like something you’d find in a psychology textbook. But in…
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Autistic Confessions: I Can’t Follow Spoken Directions (And Here’s Why)
I dread spoken instructions. There’s a moment when someone starts explaining a task—a rapid-fire list…
Explaining Autism Using Cats, Spinning Tops, and Chaos
People love metaphors when it comes to understanding autism. And honestly, I get it—it’s not…