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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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Elphaba Was Never Wicked: An Autistic Lens on Wicked’s Misunderstood Hero
From “Defying Gravity” to her deep empathy for Animals, Elphaba’s journey mirrors the autistic experience — misunderstood, othered, and ultimately choosing self-truth over approval. This is a tribute to every... Read more...
Autistic Burnout from Work: What It Is and How to Recover
Autistic Burnout from Work: What It Is and How to Recover
Burnout hits differently when you’re autistic. This guide explores what autistic burnout at work feels like, how to recognize the signs, and what recovery can look like — without shame,... Read more...
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Clothing Issues in Autistic Adults: Why It’s More Than Just Preference
Why do so many autistic adults struggle with clothing? This gentle guide explores real sensory triggers, and how to feel more comfortable in your own skin. Read more...
Autistic and Hate Dancing? You’re Not Alone
Autistic and Hate Dancing? You’re Not Alone
Many autistic adults dislike dancing, and that’s completely okay. From sensory overwhelm to social pressure, the dance floor isn’t for everyone. This article explores why dancing can feel uncomfortable, validates... Read more...
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Am I Autistic? A Gentle Guide for Adults Exploring Identity & Self-Understanding
Many autistic adults aren’t diagnosed until later in life, if at all. This gentle, affirming guide offers signs, reflection questions, and sensory support to help you better understand yourself. Read more...
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Autistic Overwhelm: How to Recognize, Prevent & Recover from Sensory and Emotional Overload
Autistic overwhelm isn’t about overreacting — it’s a real, neurological response to too much input, too fast. This guide explores what it feels like, how to recognize the signs early,... Read more...
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Is “Neurospicy” Harmless or Ableist? Autistic Adults Speak Up
The word “neurospicy” has gone viral as a shorthand for neurodivergence. To some it feels playful, but for many autistic adults it feels less like empowerment and more like erasure.... Read more...
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Grief and Autism: How Autistic People Experience Loss and Bereavement
Grief touches everyone, but for autistic adults the process often looks different. Misunderstanding these differences can leave people isolated. This guide explores autistic grief and how to support it with... Read more...
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Neurodivergent Love Languages: Authentic Ways Autistic & ADHD People Express Love
Neurodivergent love languages honor how autistic, ADHD, and other neurodivergent people naturally express and receive love — through info dumping, parallel play, deep pressure, and more. Read more...
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Autistic Fatigue: A Guide to Managing Exhaustion and Low Energy in Autism
Autistic fatigue is more than feeling tired. It’s a deep exhaustion shaped by sensory overload, masking, and constant demands. This guide explains what it feels like, how it differs from... Read more...
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Both Sides Now: Joni Mitchell’s Song, Meaning & Autistic Reflections
Clouds are more than shapes in the sky. They’re feather canyons and ice cream castles, shifting illusions of what life could be. For late-diagnosed autistic adults, they’re also memory: years... Read more...
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Hidden Disabilities Sunflower: A Small Symbol Making a Big Difference
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is more than a lanyard — it’s a symbol of dignity, pride, and inclusion. Learn its history, meaning, and how this global program supports people with... Read more...

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