Chinese New Year 2026 will be a major celebration to mark the year of the fire horse! The 16-day festival represents a time of growth and wisdom.
autism behaviors
Common autism behaviors can include awkward social interactions, sensitivity to sensory stimulations, and repetitive or restrictive behaviors. But it’s important to realize that everyone presents autism differently, which is why it is a spectrum disorder.
Learn How to Love Yourself: Autism Self-Care Ideas
Is your self-care routine feeling a bit lackluster? It’s time to learn how to love yourself, especially when you have autism.
Understanding Autistic Rumination: When Thoughts Circle Back
Autistic rumination can involve replaying interactions, overanalyzing every situation, and becoming stuck. So, what to do?
Forks to Faux Pas: Why Table Manners & Social Etiquette Matter
People with autism often have difficulties with social etiquette and using proper table manners. Learning these expectations can help with social inclusion.
The Gift of Understanding: Exchanging Presents Can Be Overwhelming
The holidays and special celebrations typically come with a popular, but sometimes dreaded, tradition: exchanging presents. Learn why the practice is sometimes overwhelming.
The Importance Of Gratitude Attitude and Building a Beautiful Life
Here are powerful ways for people with autism and their loved ones to build a gratitude attitude and a beautiful life.
Heartwarming Ways of Respecting Others’ Religious Holidays and Traditions
Each culture has its own religious holidays and traditions. Respecting others with their way of celebrating is something that we all should be mindful of.
8 Ways to Keep From Feeling Overwhelmed During the Holidays
It’s a well-known fact the season can cause the blues due to feeling overwhelmed, and the holidays and stress is a real thing, neurotypical or not.
Autism and Holidays: Why Special Occasions Can Be Challenging
Special occasions are typically filled with excitement, and breaks from daily routines. However, autism and holidays can be a stressful combination for some.
The Exhausting Truth About Autistic Burnout You Need to Know
Autistic burnout is very real, and affects physical, emotional, and mental health. Here’s what to do to recover.
Being Real Without Offending Others is Autistic Challenge
Being real without offending others by being too blunt or coming across rude isn’t easy. It’s especially challenging for autistics.
Self-Awareness Examples For Personal Growth When You Have Autism
Seemingly odd behaviors such as stimming or eye rolling can draw negative attention. Knowing self-awareness examples can help with personal growth. Here’s how.