Still peeling the onion. Asperger’s/autism discovery as an adult, for me, has been a never-ending–yet unpredictable–cycle of unpacking and reframing. … More
Tag: avoidance
Distant or cautious?
One of the most pervasive myths about Asperger’s/autism is that we’re all distant and aloof. This is especially true about … More
How to find your autistic child’s voice
Tonight, I would like to reach out again to the non-autistic parents of children on the autism spectrum. This time, … More
When people say “hi”
I freeze inside. I know I should say hi back. But then the ball is in their court; I no … More
Asperger’s / autism and Shutdowns…?
While wading through my journey that is Self-Discovery with an Aspie Twist, I’ve come across dozens of terms and had … More
My personal triggers, and my meltdown prevention strategies
To be honest, I’m still trying to figure out exactly how a meltdown manifests for me. Some situations are easy … More