When Autism Grows Up STRONG

At the 2023 TEFOS, Dr. Sharon Saline presented, "Connected Independence for Emerging Adults 17 - 30" outlining our role "Operating Base Camp" so they will flourish on their own. Dr. Sharon Saline presented "at TEFOS. Here's a 5:15 video outlining our role "Operating Base Camp" so they will flourish on their own. Questions? I believe my weekly Mini-MasterClass would help you, every Wednesday at 11...

The three aspects of life none of us can avoid are pain, fear and work. We struggle with all three to build the life we want. Here are the 7 Essential Adulting Habits That Increase Independence and help us outsmart our struggles. When we practice these habits each day of the week we can build the life we want. Helping our autistic graduate practice each one helps them flourish on their own. Here's...

3: Deal With Fear - We feel fear and act anyway. They describe the vibrations their thoughts tell their body to create. - We choose the thoughts that produce emotions that inspire our actions. They share their thoughts and choose ones that work best for them, as adults. - We partner to create collaborative solutions with them. They take action, paying attention to how they respond to 'mis-takes. '...

2: Structure Time Wisely - We picture our future self and imagine how they think, feel and act. They imagine their dream life. - We create routines that cue actions today that our future self would take. They figure out what works and doesn't work for them. - We decide in advance what our evening, morning and daytime routines contain. They notice they make progress when they practice habits they d...

1 Make Adult Decisions - We encourage, warn and collaborate to create trust. They notice the thoughts, emotions and actions that create their results. - We validate their emotions and thoughts. They practice accepting their NOW mindset. - We question our beliefs driving our responses. They decondition triggers and create their NEXT mindset. We use these tools to cultivate responsive self-direction...