6 Things that Increase Anxiety for Autistics
Here are 6 common things that tend to increase anxiety for Autistics, and the biggest reason why they they have that effect: it may not be what you think. Because they’re not bad things.
Category: Self-Care
AuDHD Work Tips: Personal Care
Here’s a couple tips for different things you can do to help make working work better for you.
Unmasking My Wardrobe Color Choices
I recently found another way I’ve been masking without realizing it. Here’s me talking through how I realized this and let this mask drop away.
Cheap Sensory Products You Might Already Have
Sensory objects are often very helpful, but spending a lot of money on them might not work for you. Here’s some ideas for cheap sensory products.
Painful Thoughts Around Spending Money
I’ve gotten back from my vacation, and it’s got me thinking about my relationship with money.
You Don’t Need My Permission To Pee
A short rant on how our society teaches us to give away bodily autonomy.
Guilt-Free Rest in Burnout Recovery
How do you rest when your inner critic keeps getting on your case?
Coping with Sensory Differences in Public
How do you cope with sensory needs when you’re out in public? Here’s a framework and a few tips.
How to Use Body Signals to Make Better Decisions
If decision making is hard for you, here’s a technique to use body sensations as another source of information for decision making.
Try This Secret for Falling Asleep Faster
I’ve had difficulty falling asleep almost my entire life. Turns out that is common for autistic individuals. Lots of sleep tips are great. Here’s one you might not have heard.
Sensory Toys Can Be Anything
With more and more sensory specific products on the market, it can feel like you have to shell out money for sensory regulation. Don’t forget what you already have handy.