Miscommunications Aren’t Always Your Fault
Sometimes when you ask a clear question, you get anything but the answer. It can be easy to think it’s us, but there is another reason.
Author: Heather Cook
Dealing with Anxiety Around My Dr’s Appointment
I thought I might talk you through what I do to calm myself down, to see the anti-anxiety practices I teach in action.
A Short Reflection On My Own Interior Healing Journey
I used to push pain away and think it didn’t affect me anymore. That wasn’t as true as I thought it was.
How to Hate Yourself in 8 Easy Steps
Eight easy and predictable steps to ensure a lifetime of self-hatred.
Why are things more annoying in autistic self-discovery?
In figuring yourself out, you might find yourself getting more annoyed by specific things. Here’s what’s happening.
Relationship Reflection Prompts
Here are a few questions about interpersonal relationships and your autism journey that may spark some ideas.
Instead of “I can’t,” say this…
When we say we can’t do something that we actually can do, it may limit our ability to solve the real issue. Here’s a way to take back control.
The Chrysalis of Autism Discovery
A personal reflection on the interior process (confusion, discomfort, and transformation) of accepting my autistic identity.
On Email Anxiety
Does emailing trigger anxiety, procrastination, negative self-talk, intrusive thoughts, and more? Here’s what I do to get through it.
Note To Self: On The Choices I Do Have
When I get wrapped up in all that I have to do, or can’t do, or should do, I feel trapped. Today I needed a reminder that I have more choices than I think I do.
You Don’t Need My Permission To Pee
A short rant on how our society teaches us to give away bodily autonomy.
How to Recover from Autistic Burnout
Here’s an overview of how to get out of Autistic burnout permanently, so you can get your life back — an autism-friendly life you are excited to live.