Autism Chrysalis

Category: Sensory

How to Start Investigating Your Sensory Differences

Do you want to get better at figuring out your sensory differences, to understand your own body better? Here’s a few ideas on how to get started.

How To Request Sensory Accommodations

It can be hard to convey what you need when requesting sensory accommodations. Here’s a framework for how.

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.

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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.

Close-up of a bunch of trash. Including banana peels, orange peels and makeup.

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.

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Your Path to a Life You Love: Deepen Your Personal Sensory Awareness

Almost all autistics have a more intense sensory experience of the world than the majority of people. Understanding what that means for you gives you power.

A blue ball, a few wooden blocks, a piece of rubber, string, and a folded piece of rough fabric, lying on gray carpet.

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.

Person sitting at a table in a restaurant, drinking from a glass with orange liquid in it.

This is Why Honesty Really is the Best Policy

We are socialized not to complain, but sometimes that means not telling people what we need. I have been getting better at saying what I need, and finding out that people can help.