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What does Autistic confidence look like?
When you think of a confident person, what comes to mind? My guess is it is a neurotypical idea of what confidence looks like, such as bold body language, assertive eye contact, an
The impact of being diagnosed Autistic later in life
For adults who are identified as Autistic later in life, realizing they are Autistic can be both a revelation and a challenge. The experience often comes with a complex mix of emot
Self-regulation for Autistics and AuDHDers: applying the Self-Reg framework
Navigating life as an Autistic or AuDHDer (Autism + ADHD) involves a unique set of challenges in managing stress, energy levels, and emotional responses. One tool that can offer su
Emotions: body sensations given meaning by our minds
Emotions are a fundamental part of the human experience, guiding our actions, shaping our thoughts, and colouring our perception of the world. However, have you ever paused to cons
Supporting neurodivergent kids and teens to find their own path
I’ve been reflecting lately on how we learn as kids in the school system that there is one “right” path to follow in life. This path typically looks like: go to s
An AuDHD review of the Nerva gut-directed hypnotherapy program for IBS
Many neurodivergent people have symptoms of IBS – Irritable Bowel Syndrome. There may be lots of reasons for this, but a common reason that you may not know is the gut-mind c
Empathy and autism: the Double Empathy Problem
This post is the last in a six-part series on empathy from Autistic perspectives. In this post, we’ll explore the Double Empathy Problem. If you missed the previous five posts, y
Empathy and autism: somatic empathy
This post is the fifth in a six-part series on empathy from Autistic perspectives. In this post, we’ll explore somatic empathy. If you missed the previous four posts, you can fin
Empathy and autism: compassionate empathy
This post is the fourth in a six-part series on empathy from Autistic perspectives. In this post, we’ll explore compassionate empathy. If you missed the previous three posts, you
