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Living an autistic life isn’t easy, but it can be a happy and fulfilled one.

Why Discipline Over Motivation Is An Important Life Virtue

Posted on January 6, 2025September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Why Discipline Over Motivation Is An Important Life Virtue

Discipline over motivation provides stability, develops important life skills and virtue, manages emotions, helps achieve goals, and boosts self-esteem.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, growing up autistic, social issues and autism

Chinese New Year 2025 is Here: Celebrate Growth and Wisdom

Posted on December 27, 2024December 16, 2024 by Connor McClure
Chinese New Year 2025 is Here: Celebrate Growth and Wisdom

Chinese New Year 2025 will be a major celebration to mark the year of the snake! The 15-day festival represents a time of growth and wisdom.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness

How to Nail New Year Goals When You Have Autism

Posted on December 18, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
How to Nail New Year Goals When You Have Autism

The calendar has turned to another year filled with hope and opportunities. Here’s how to crush it and nail new year goals when you have autism.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism acceptance, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Autism in the Future: Optimism for Improved Perception and Embracement

Posted on December 1, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autism in the Future: Optimism for Improved Perception and Embracement

Autism has been long surrounded by misconceptions and stigmatization. But there is good news is on the horizon when it comes to autism in the future.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autism discrimination, autistic adult, autistic life, social issues and autism

Managing Time With Autism: Prioritize What Truly Matters In Life

Posted on November 22, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Managing Time With Autism: Prioritize What Truly Matters In Life

Effectively managing time can be challenging and uniquely important for autistic individuals. The key is being organized while avoiding mental fatigue.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life

Autism Volunteer Opportunities: 5 Ways Helping Others Fosters Acceptance

Posted on November 14, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Autism Volunteer Opportunities: 5 Ways Helping Others Fosters Acceptance

One of the remarkable aspects of autism volunteer opportunities is forming meaningful connections. Here’s why you should volunteer.

Posted In Autism in AdultsTagged In autistic adult, autistic life, social issues and autism

Say No to Urgency: Managing Tasks for Ultimate Calm

Posted on November 12, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Say No to Urgency: Managing Tasks for Ultimate Calm

Everyone has a to-do list. But when you feel restless with managing tasks until they are completed, you have task urgency.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life

Selective Eating: Ways to Beat the Autism Picky Eater Test

Posted on October 28, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Selective Eating: Ways to Beat the Autism Picky Eater Test

If there weren’t enough challenges already, selective eating commonly occurs with autism and contributes to mealtime stress. Here are 8 tips to help.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autism behaviors, autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

The Truth About Autism’s Lack of Empathy Disorder Needs to Be Told

Posted on October 22, 2024September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
The Truth About Autism’s Lack of Empathy Disorder Needs to Be Told

A myth about autistic individuals is that they have a lack of empathy disorder— the ability to share in feelings of others. This stereotype is inaccurate and hurtful.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autism discrimination, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Eye Contact Avoidance: 8 Best Ways to See Eye to Eye

Posted on September 26, 2024September 22, 2025 by Connor McClure
Eye Contact Avoidance: 8 Best Ways to See Eye to Eye

Eye contact is a form of human connection. But it can be extremely uncomfortable for some autistics, resulting in eye contact avoidance.

Posted In BehaviorsTagged In autism behaviors, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, social issues and autism

Breaking Down Barriers That Challenge Autism and Friendships

Posted on September 3, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Breaking Down Barriers That Challenge Autism and Friendships

Autism and friendships can be a challenge. While people often struggle with finding a friend, connections when on the spectrum can be especially hard.

Posted In ChallengesTagged In autistic adult, autistic life, autistic social awkwardness, growing up autistic, social issues and autism

Is Autism A Gene? 11 Hot Topics in Research

Posted on August 14, 2024September 20, 2025 by Connor McClure
Is Autism A Gene? 11 Hot Topics in Research

Is autism a gene or is it environmental? From examining a possible hereditary link to demonstrating how AI can help those with ASD, here are 11 hot topics.

Posted In FAQsTagged In autism behaviors, autism faqs, autistic diagnosis, autistic life, FAQs

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