Why I don’t like “Can’t see the Forest for the Trees”

Part of my “late stage autism” is coming to grips with societal norms, practices and vernacular that simply do not Continue reading →

What are some good books for those recently diagnosed with autism or families wanting to know more?

One of the more frequent questions I encounter is: what are some good books about autism? Since being diagnosed with Continue reading →

Social Communication, Friendships and Autism

Like a lot of autistic people, I’m horrible at small talk. It’s easier for me to plan and present a Continue reading →

I don’t like my autism sometimes. Do you?

It’s difficult to see the benefits of being autistic when it’s the accumulation of negatives overtime that make life so Continue reading →

Loving the Alien

“What are you thinking?” “Where are you?” “Are you paying attention?” “Where are you drifting off to?” “Where did you Continue reading →

Loving the Alien

“What are you thinking?” “Where are you?” “Are you paying attention?” “Where are you drifting off to?” “Where did you Continue reading →

What are some of the common examples of cultural appropriation of autism?

I think people stating that “everyone is on the spectrum” or “maybe I’m a bit autistic too” (when they exhibit Continue reading →

I don’t like my autism sometimes. Do you?

It’s difficult to see the benefits of being autistic when it’s the accumulation of negatives overtime that make life so Continue reading →