Everyone has had that “been there dump that” fear of rejection emotion at some time in their life, regardless of their age, gender, or ability. Here’s how to get past it.
autistic social awkwardness
Autistic social awkwardness impacts many individuals on the autism spectrum. Here’s how to manage and even master that awkward feeling.
Choosing Happy: How Self-Love Can Outshine Love and Joy Coupling
It’s easy to believe that you must have love and joy coupling, according to society. But does chasing love outshine choosing to be happy?
Anxiety and Autism: 5 Powerful Strategies to Conquer Emotions
Having anxiety is difficult for anyone, but it can be especially challenging to have anxiety and autism. After all, the world we live in today is filled with chaos, and figuring out life in an autistic world is especially nerve-wracking.
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.
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.
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.
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.
8 Proven Ways to Overcome Holiday Travel Anxiety
Holiday travel can always be stressful for anyone, neurodiverse or neurotypical. There are so many things beyond a person’s control. But these tips can help.
Holiday Survival Guide to Mingling With Family Extended Members
Being with family extended members can be difficult during special occasions, especially for individuals on the spectrum. Here’s how to cope.
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.
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.
Playing Dress Up: How to Make Trick or Treating Fun
Playing dress up and going trick or treating or attending fall festivals can be a positive experience for children with autism. Just keep these things in mind before heading out.