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Autistic Confessions: The Day I Was Accused of ‘Not Being Autistic Enough’
I’ll never forget the first time someone said to me, “But you don’t look autistic.”…
Does Autism Cause Burnout, or Does the World?
Short answer: I think it is mostly the world. Autism is the brain I have;…
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Main Character Energy: Why Everyone Wants to Be the Star (And Why It’s Exhausting)
There’s a moment in every cheesy coming-of-age movie where the protagonist stands in the rain,…
You Don’t See My Autism Because I’m Exhausted From Hiding It
When people say, “You don’t seem autistic,” it’s meant as a compliment, but it doesn’t…
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Obsessed With Autism’? No, I’m Obsessed With Surviving
“You talk about autism all the time. Are you obsessed with it or something?” I’ve…
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The Controversy of Autism Online: Fighting for Understanding
The internet is a lot of things—a lifeline, a battleground, a mess of overlapping voices.…
Autistic Burnout at Work: Recognizing the Warning Signs
Burnout is more than just feeling tired—it’s an all-encompassing collapse that feels like your brain…
My Self-Care Isn’t Cute, but It Keeps Me Sane
Self-care looks different for everyone. For some, it’s bubble baths and scented candles. For me,…
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The Secret Superpower I Never Wanted: Hyper-Focus
When people hear I have hyper-focus, their reactions are usually along the lines of: “Wow,…
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Why I Need to Lie in the Dark for an Hour After Every Party
Parties are like glitter—dazzling and fun in the moment, but they stick to you long…
