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4 min 0 autism burnout My Self-Care Isn’t Cute, but It Keeps Me Sane Rae Elise September 17, 2022 Self-care looks different for everyone. For some, it’s bubble baths and scented candles. For me,… Read More
5 min 0 autism creativity The Secret Superpower I Never Wanted: Hyper-Focus Rae Elise August 29, 2022 When people hear I have hyper-focus, their reactions are usually along the lines of: “Wow,… Read More
4 min 0 connection culture Why I Need to Lie in the Dark for an Hour After Every Party Rae Elise July 17, 2022 Parties are like glitter—dazzling and fun in the moment, but they stick to you long… Read More
5 min 0 autism science Where does autism come from? Rae Elise May 2, 2022 I didn’t always know I was autistic. But looking back at family gatherings, the clues… Read More
4 min 0 culture tech Digital Detox: Why We Can’t Unplug (Even When We Desperately Need To) Rae Elise March 21, 2022 I can’t tell you how many times I’ve sworn off screens. No more doomscrolling, no… Read More
4 min 0 autism tech Intrusive Thoughts Are Like Pop-Up Ads in My Brain Rae Elise March 13, 2022 Imagine trying to focus on your favorite book or movie, and suddenly, a pop-up ad… Read More
5 min 0 autism connection solitude Why I Just Want to Be Alone (And It’s Not Personal) Rae Elise March 3, 2022 When I tell people I need time alone, their reactions range from confusion to concern.… Read More
4 min 0 autism meltdowns Autistic Confessions: Why Sensory Overload Feels Like Drowning in Noise Rae Elise February 26, 2022 I can tell you the exact moment I realized sensory overload wasn’t something everyone experienced.… Read More
5 min 0 autism stimming My Fidget Toy Obsession Is the Only Thing Keeping Me Calm Rae Elise February 1, 2022 I didn’t set out to become a collector of fidget toys. It just sort of…… Read More