A Blog for the Autism Community

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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Using Autism Notebooks for Effective Communication

Learn how autism notebooks can enhance communication for individuals with autism. Tips on choosing, setting up, and using them. Read more...

Setting Up an Autism-Friendly Workspace at Home

Learn how to create an autism-friendly workspace at home with tips on lighting, colors, soundproofing, and more. Read more...

Finding Belonging: The Power of Autism Support Groups for Connection and Understanding

Support groups can be life-changing for autistic adults and families seeking understanding. This guide helps you find communities that feel safe, validating, and truly supportive. Read more...

Legal Rights for Autistic Adults: Empowerment, Dignity, and Equal Opportunity

Knowing your rights as an autistic adult isn’t just about paperwork — it’s about dignity, autonomy, and being seen. This guide explores how laws like the ADA, Fair Housing Act,... Read more...

Designing an Autism-Friendly Home: Creating a Supportive and Sensory-Friendly Space

Your home should feel like a refuge — calm, predictable, and made for you. Discover how to design an autism-friendly space that supports peace and sensory wellbeing. Read more...

Nature-Based Sensory Experiences

Explore nature-based sensory experiences, from smell and touch to sound and sight, for all ages and abilities. Read more...

Some of Us Are Vegan. Not to Be Fixed, Just to Be Ourselves

For a lot of autistic adults, being vegan isn’t about health trends, it’s about deep values and feeling at ease in your own body. Here’s a grounded look at veganism... Read more...

Sensory Rooms: Designing a Calming Space

Discover how to design calming sensory rooms with essential features, color, sound, lighting, and more. Read more...

Dining Out with Autism: Sensory-Friendly Tips

Discover sensory-friendly tips for dining out with autism. Find autism-friendly restaurants and manage sensitivities. Read more...

Autism Research Funding and Grants

Explore trends, grants, and key organizations in autism research funding, and learn about the application process. Read more...

Autism and Legal Rights: A State-by-State Guide

Explore autism legal rights across the U.S., covering insurance, education, employment, housing, and more. Read more...

Autism Research and Assistive Technology

Explore the impact of assistive technology on autism, covering tools, benefits, challenges, and success stories. Read more...

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