Meet My Autistic Brain

How we see ourselves as autistics may not always be accurate. We can be ignoring how traits affect us. Are you aware or oblivious?  Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million 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-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree E...

An autistic can fall in love easily, or at least think they have. They might not be able to control the feelings that come with the slightest encouragement.  They might prefer to hide rather than let on to how easily they fall in love. Thoughts of romance can be appealing to the autistic brain.  What’s going on? Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads!...

Autism can come as a surprise for many people. It’s often defined by its limitations. There are positive things that happen after someone learns they’re autistic. Take 4 minutes to hear 11 good things! Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at...

 Does Autism “get better”? This controversial question most likely gets a hard “no.” Hear about some autistic traits and whether they change over time. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million 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-fi, PayPal...

Some researchers say autistics lack emotion. Some autistics feel emotion and don’t express it. Others may express it differently than non-autistics. Do you feel emotion? Do you let it show?  Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million 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@theaut...

A recent cohort study claims to have found a cause of autism. Many stand to benefit from this research. Will it help autistics? Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million 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-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email...

Can you reset your biological clock? The body’s circadian rhythm keeps you on track and disturbances to this rhythm cause physical and mental problems. This might sound  familiar to autistics. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million 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@thea...

If you’re autistic you DO have trouble staying asleep. Thoughts race, blankets get scratchy, dehydration sets in. Or that’s what it feels like when your brain comes up with reasons to be awake at 3 a.m. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at...

Are you getting enough REM and deep sleep or do you drag around  most of the day? You might be experiencing sleep deprivation, a common complaint among autistics. Listen to this eye-opening episode. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at inf...

When you have trouble getting started it may be due to executive functioning. Autistics have cognitive strengths as well. Listen and learn  in Part 2. Tell your friends and family about this podcast. Let’s spread the word about what it’s like to be autistic.  Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this...

When you don’t feel like doing anything it may not be laziness. If you’re autistic it could be due to executive and cognitive functioning. Don’t miss this to learn more! Tell your friends and family about this podcast. Let’s spread the word about what it’s like to be autistic.  Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so...

There are a range of conditions that can occur independently and simultaneously with autism. They’re not always diagnosed at the same time. Learn about some common coexisting disorders.  Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: in...

Researchers say autistics miss context in communication by taking things literally. Non-autistics often communicate using innuendos and assumptions. Whose responsibility is it to make meaning clear - the speaker or the listener? Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more auti...

Autistic energy is rarely consistent from day to day. We can’t predict if we’ll wake up energized or dragging. The fluctuating levels can interfere with our lives. Is there a way to manage it?  Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Em...

Often autistics feel like they have to change themselves to fit in. Masking can take a toll on self-esteem and well-being. Should you take off the mask? Explaining Autism to Family and Friends: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-brain-a-field-guide-to-autism/id1548001224?i=1000574693986 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Q0hiDM9dHSdkZmveOdOZU?si=365d020a067a4cc5 Saying I’m Autistic https...

Echolalia and Repeating Words. It can be a sign of autism or something else. Echolalia might be just a way to learn language. Sound familiar?  Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautistic...

Do you love or avoid hugs? Sensory sensitivities may cause some autistics to feel uncomfortable hugging. There might be a type of hug that works for you.  Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website:...

Clumsiness, lack of coordination, spatial orientation challenges and unsteady gait are often common in autism. Is it dyspraxia? Listen to some real-life examples of what it’s like to be a clumsy autistic. Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautis...

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. Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwom...

Scientists think one thing is responsible for autistic traits. Learn whether AI, robots and machine learning are the key to finding answers about autism. Get tips on handling the unpredictable. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Twitter: @anautisticwoman.com  Email...

In autistics it keeps us stuck, makes us unstoppable and won’t let us change direction. Do you struggle with getting up in the morning, stay in a job you don’t like or focus for hours on a special interest? You’re experiencing inertia. Learn what these three types of inertia look like in autistics. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistic...

It seems that autistics aren’t always seen or heard. Autism can make us feel like we’re invisible. Has this ever happened to you? This might be the reason. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Twitter: @anautisticwoman.com  Email: info@theautisticwoman.com  Website:...

Are autistic brains built to be efficient? Intense focus and conservation of energy may be key to the autistic brain’s efficiency. Listen and decide. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: https://theautisticwoman.com Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a m...

Routines are considered an autistic trait and even a diagnostic criteria. Are they so bad? The reason autistics use routine may surprise you. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Links to other autistic creators: Adult with Autism: https://www.youtube.com/c/Adultwith...

NEW EPISODE! School - No matter how smart an autistic is school can be challenging. Fitting in, bullying, dealing with unexpected questions, communicating with teachers can affect performance. Did you reach your potential in school? Hear one story. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a...