Meet My Autistic Brain

Is your "gut feeling" from anxiety or is it something else? For many autistic people years of masking and overwhelm have broken trust in their inner compass. In this episode you’ll hear a personal story of trusting gut feelings and how to get in touch with yours. Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a ...

Explaining Autism to Family and Friends - If you’ve tried to talk about autism with others and got an unsatisfying result this episode is for you. This approach might help you get your point across. Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-f...

We’ve all had them although we may have ignored them, intentionally or not. Gut feelings can keep us safe, help us make decisions and more. So why don’t autistic people pay attention to them? We do, some of the time. It’s the times we don’t that have very good reasons… Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you h...

Hear author, content creator and advocate Orion Kelly talk about how he found out he’s autistic and his life as an autistic parent of an autistic child. He reveals how he and his neurotypical partner make their relationship work. Get personal with Orion Kelly as he shares deep insights into what it’s like to be an autistic person. Book: Autism Feels…An Earthling’s Guide YouTube Channel Podcast Website Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com...

There’s a lot to talk about when it comes to bullying and it is complex. Bullies follow a predictable pattern of behavior and understanding bullies is the best way to protect yourself. In this case knowledge is power. In this episode you’ll hear what it means to be involved with a bully, what they look like and what the best strategy is for dealing with one. Are you ready for some straight talk about bullies? Check out this other episode also: Bullies at Work Support the show Sunsam...

In this episode, Becca Block shares her practical framework for motivation, tackling the big challenges like procrastination and focus. You'll discover the ABCDs of Motivation—the key steps to actually getting things done while fully respecting your neurodivergent needs. She reveals what often trips people up, exactly what the neurodivergent brain needs, and why procrastination might not be what you think it is. Ready to stop fighting your brain and start working with it? Tune in for deep ins...

How do we move beyond the labels of "disability" and "levels" when talking about autism? More importantly, how can we actually regulate our nervous system for a better quality of life? In this fascinating episode, I sit down with Ishe Abel, an autistic woman, podcaster, and groundbreaking advocate. Ishe, creator of The Horse Human Connection Matrix, reveals an incredible insight: horses offer a powerful, unexpected model for connection and regulation that deeply resonates with the autistic ex...

Questionable studies suggest that acetaminophen causes autism which simply isn’t so. This is an update to the 2022 episode “What Some Say Causes Autism” which, even then, discredited the acetaminophen-autism link and exposed lawsuits alleging damages that have now been dismissed. This issue and episode are too important to miss. Judge Denise Cote’s decision in IN RE: Acetaminophen – ASD-ADHD - Products Liability Litigation Andrea Baccarelli article: Evaluation of the Evidence on Acetami...

Do you recognize that underlying feeling as if you’re always tired? Being autistic can be difficult. Masking, socializing and trying to fit in—all drain our energy and lead to autistic fatigue. Here are some ideas for how to get some relief. Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me ...

This episode features my chat with Dr. Clem Bastow, the brilliant writer and one of the editors behind the anthology, Someone Like Me. Dr. Bastow is also the author of the critically acclaimed 2021 best-seller, Late Bloomer: How An Autism Diagnosis Changed My Life. They share the fascinating process of how the diverse voices for Someone Like Me were chosen, the powerful messages the collection conveys, and the unique and beautiful ways each author found to express themselves. Dr. Bastow gives...

After diagnosis the question is often “What do I do now?” Our guest, Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, has written a book with the answers. She takes us on a journey to find comfort in our own skin, realize our inherent value, and truly understand who we are. This is one you don’t want to miss. How To Be Autistic website and book FireBird (Rachel’s Consulting website) AuDHD Day AuDHD Day is a new annual event established by advocates to raise awareness and celebrate individuals with bo...

You may have heard the term “autism tax” but what is it? Why do autistic people pay more merely for existing? This episode answers those questions and more. You may be surprised at what you learn. Listen to this episode next: Autism, ADHD or Both? Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion ema...

Daria Brown, author of We Chose Play, talks with me about an approach that emphasizes connecting through play called Floortime which promotes communication by focusing on strengths and growth. She also candidly shares her thoughts about life as a relatively newly diagnosed autistic woman. Listen now to the engaging frankness of Daria Brown. Daria Brown's website Daria Brown's book Daria Brown's podcast Other author interviews to check out: Dr. Megan Anna Neff JD Barker Samantha Stein Dr. Sol ...

In this episode you’ll hear from Tanya Roberts about Mindfulness Done Differently. For those of us who find meditation and mindfulness difficult Tanya has a solution. She teaches a method that works for autistic people by taking sensory needs into account. She also created a supportive community of other autistics who are learning and practicing these skills. Next, Tanya answers four unique questions about being an autistic woman. She shares deeply personal insights about her life now and bef...

Autism can come as a surprise for many people. There are positive things that happen after someone learns they’re autistic. Here are some of the reasons I like knowing I’m autistic. Like food, expectations, special interests and learning.…What are yours? (Remastered) Support the show Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a gu...