In this thought-provoking episode, we challenge the way we think about problems, worry, and anxiety—especially in the context of autistic mental health. Dan, who lives with autism, ADHD, and OCD, offers a refreshing and empowering mindset shift: What if you don’t actually have problems... only potential solutions?
By reframing problems as opportunities for solutions, we can begin to break the mental cycle that leads to worry and anxiety—a common struggle for many autistic adults. This episode offers a simple but powerful mental health hack that can help you regain control of your thoughts, build emotional resilience, and reduce anxiety.
🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why problems and solutions are two sides of the same coin
How to reframe anxiety-inducing thoughts through perspective
The link between autistic anxiety and overthinking
How this mindset can improve self-regulation and reduce overwhelm
A practical thought exercise to help you stop spiraling and start solving
Whether you’ve been diagnosed recently or you’re deep into your neurodivergent journey, this episode is a supportive boost of perspective for anyone living with autism spectrum disorder.
📘 Resources Mentioned:
• Free Autism Life Hacks Book → http://www.autismhacks.net
• Online Therapy (Sponsored) → https://betterhelp.com/theaspieworld/
• 50% Off Autism Parenting Magazine → http://bit.ly/AUTISMPM
• Autism Alert Card → [Link]
• Autism Stim Toys & Gadgets → http://bit.ly/StimToys
• Noise-Cancelling Headphones → http://amzn.to/2goVuKf
• Sensory Toy Bundle → https://amzn.to/36zbBiA
✨ If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone in your autism community.
💻 Want more tools to support your mindset, routine, and emotional health? Visit www.LearnAutism.net to explore online programs created just for autistic adults.
#AutismAcceptance #AutisticAdults #AutismAndAnxiety #NeurodivergentMindset #ReframeYourThinking #AutismSupport #LearnAutism #AutismPodcast #MentalHealthForAutistics
Popular Podcasts
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.