How To Ask Someone To Do Something For You
It can be intimidating to ask someone to do something for you, yet we all have to do this. I’m going to discuss an approach I’ve pieced together on how.
Author: Heather Cook
Why Neurotypicals Do That: Small Talk
Autistics and neurotypicals tend to have very different views on small talk. What’s going on from both sides?
Are You Really “Overreacting”?
People react to different amounts of sensory input, but even when it’s only a little, it’s not made up.
My Independence Day
The Fourth of July celebrates the signing of the Declaration of Independence, not of actually gaining independence. That took several more years and they had to fight for it. Hard.
Why Job Interviews Are So Difficult
There are good reasons why job interviews are such strange experiences. Here are a few.
The 5 Most Overlooked (and Common) Autistic Stressors
Here are five things that are so common in our modern lifestyle, that we often don’t have a chance to experience life without them, so we don’t see how much they affect us.
Thoughts on Theory of Mind
Theory of Mind is often pointed out as an autistic deficit, but is it really that? Is something else going on? And is it just autistics that find this challenging?
Why Sensory Stuff Matters to Social Stuff
I talk a lot about body feelings, like noticing your hands. But what does that have to do with making friends?
Why Social Skills Training is A Waste of Time (If Not Worse)
Socializing isn’t primarily about social skills. In fact, that’s the smallest factor, and the last thing to work on.
I Just Threw Away All My Makeup; Here’s Why
Yesterday I wore makeup to make a short video. The consequences reminded me of just how strongly my senses effect everything in my life.
New Year’s Reflections and Intentions
A few prompts to reflect on the previous year and to set intentions for the next.
Your Path to a Life You Love: Capitalize on Your Strengths
There are some great things about an autistic brain that can get overlooked if you focus only on the things that are more difficult.