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Getting through the world as an autistic adult isn’t easy, especially when most resources talk about us, not to us. This space was created to change that. Whether you're newly diagnosed, still figuring it all out, or just looking for something that feels like home, you're in the right place.

Here, you’ll find gentle guides, honest stories, sensory-friendly strategies, and words that don’t talk down to you. Every post is written or created with one goal in mind: to offer comfort, clarity, and community, without the overwhelm.

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The Autism Puzzle Piece: History, Harm, and Why Many Autistic People Reject It

The puzzle piece is one of the most recognisable symbols of autism. And one of the most contested. Here, autistic voices unpack its origins, its impact, and why many of... Read more...

Autism Nesting: What It Is, Why It Helps, and Why It’s Okay

Autism nesting is the instinct many autistic people have to create a personal, sensory-safe space where they can regulate, rest, and feel secure. Nesting helps reduce sensory overload, restore energy,... Read more...

Three autistic adults wearing soft, neutral-toned autism awareness apparel sit together outdoors in warm natural light, relaxed and comfortable.

Autism Awareness Apparel That Actually Feels Good for Autistic Adults

Most autism awareness apparel is designed to be seen, not worn. Loud graphics, childish symbols, and uncomfortable fabrics often leave autistic adults feeling overlooked. This piece explores what autism awareness... Read more...

Masking at Work: When Being Genuine Is a Career Risk for Autistic Professionals

Masking at work is often framed as professionalism. In reality, it’s a response to environments that reward conformity over competence. For autistic professionals, being genuine can come at a steep... Read more...

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Autism Self Acceptance: Learning to Be Kind to Yourself Without Forcing It

Self-acceptance isn’t a mindset you force. For many autistic adults, it starts with safety—less masking, more rest, and permission to meet your needs without apology. Read more...

Autism and Body Language: Why Communication Can Feel So Hard

Communication isn’t just about words. For many autistic people, body language can be confusing, exhausting, or deeply meaningful, depending on the moment. This article explores autism and nonverbal communication with... Read more...

Autism and Nonverbal Communication: When Being Without Words Feels Safer

For some autistic people, communication isn’t about finding the right words, it’s about finding relief from them. A reflection on nonverbal connection, presence, and safety. Read more...

Autistic Limerence: Understanding Intense Crushes, Fixation & Love Through an Autistic Lens

Autistic limerence describes the intense, overwhelming crushes many autistic adults experience - where one person becomes the center of your thoughts, emotions, and hope. This guide explores why it feels... Read more...

Sensory Blankets for Adults: Calm, Comfort, and Emotional Regulation

Sensory blankets aren’t just cozy, they’re powerful tools for emotional regulation, grounding, and better sleep. Learn how to choose one that supports your sensory needs. Read more...

Autism and Echoism: When Empathy Becomes Survival

For many autistic adults, echoism is a quiet survival strategy, mirroring others to feel safe, accepted, and connected. This article explores how masking, over-empathy, and self-suppression intertwine, and how to... Read more...

The Science of Comfort: How Sensory Blankets Support Autistic Minds and Bodies

Sensory blankets provide more than comfort—they offer deep pressure therapy that helps calm the body, soothe the mind, and create a sense of safety for autistic adults. Read more...

Interoception and Autism: Reconnecting With Your Body’s Inner World

Interoception is your body’s way of speaking to you - through hunger, heartbeat, or fatigue. For many autistic adults, those signals can be muted or confusing. Understanding your interoceptive sense... Read more...

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