Personal Growth & Identity
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Proactive Strategies to Overcome Present and Past Neurotypical Rejections
The article discusses neurotypical rejection, defined as exclusionary behaviors towards autistic individuals. It offers strategies for coping with present and past rejections, emphasizing the importance of emotional validation, self-care, and distancing oneself from toxic interactions. It encourages reflection on past experiences to promote healing and resilience over time.
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Why I Didn’t Tell My Parents I’m Autistic, and Why I’m Okay With That
The post discusses my journey navigating autism and family acceptance. I initially faced stigma and denial. Over time, open conversations and understanding evolved, leading to greater closeness and acceptance from both parents, ultimately resulting in a supportive family dynamic.
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How to Survive Your Nighttime Routine
Explore practical tips like distraction techniques, sensory-friendly swaps, and the power of self-compassion to sustainabget through your nighttime routine.
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How to Be Alone (and Not Be Lonely)
Photo by AJ Ahamad from PexelsAlternative text: An aerial, long-exposure photograph looking straight down at a lone person standing in the surf on a beach. The motion of the waves creates a soft, white, streaky effect over the teal water and wet sand, contrasting with the sharp, long shadow cast by the stationary figure. Listen…
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How I Stopped Skin Picking for Good
I wanted to dedicate this week’s post to my story of how I developed a skin picking problem, and how I finally became skin picking free after 12 years. If you do not have a skin picking problem, I welcome you to read my story in hopes that it may inspire you to curb a…