Meet My Autistic Brain
What is it like to find out late in life that you are autistic? The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her as an adult. You'll hear personal stories, opinions about research and the importance of autistic voices. Includes some fun stuff too and interviews of autistic guests! This podcast is primarily for adult autistics and their family and friends. It's one of the top 0.5% most popular shows globally as ranked by Listen Score with more than 1,000,000 downloads.
Episodes
Autism affects how autistics experience relationships by definition. Some of the best traits can either lead to problems or support us in succeeding. In this episode you’ll learn about why autistics pick the wrong partner and how you can change it. It’s a thoughtful episode about relationships, compatibility, and learning what to notice.
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Unmasking is an ongoing process of noticing when we’re performing, deciding what serves us, and making gradual adjustments, according to Essy Knopf therapist and author of “Unmasking: What We Lose by Pretending and How to Get It Back”. Essy shares his autism diagnosis at 25 and later recognition of ADHD, highlighting how masking and non-stereotypical presentations delayed identification. In this conversation Essy shares about:
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In this episode I chat with Natalie Diggins, technologist and author of The Autistic Adult's Toolbox. Natalie gives step-by-step strategies and tools that work for autistics. From parties to friendships to doctor’s appointments Natalie shares the toolbox she developed using her systems approach to problem solving. You’ll learn how to have a plan before socializing, how to save energy for what matters and how to recognize your ...
Every day autistic people face the big question. We can stay hidden or we can be real. There’s no right or wrong answer…except maybe this one time?
When have you been in a situation like this and what did you choose? Write to me at info@theautisticwoman.com
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If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest su...
Ever notice how nature calms you, music shifts your mood and soft textures make you feel amazing?
Sensory processing plays a role in how autistic adults experience the world—yet it’s often misunderstood. In this episode, Donna Redman and occupational therapist Cindy Duffy unpack what sensory processing really is, how it affects emotional regulation and behavior, and why so many autistic adults spend years masking sensory discomfort.
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Have you been told you’re “too sensitive?” Do you struggle to complete tasks or projects? Have you given up trying to find out why life seems hard?
In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Gilly Kahn reveals why many women with ADHD are stressing themselves to appear normal and how the clinical world’s focus on young boys has left millions of women without answers.
We talk about:
- The "Double Burden" of Success: Why hig...
You’re done and you don’t know why. The brain is turned off and no words come to mind. You might not move. You might cry. You might be desperate to be alone. This is what shutdown feels like. How do you recognize a shutdown and is there anything you can do to prevent it? This episode has some answers.
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If you are an autistic person who has written...
What do you think of interoception? No, really, how do you feel about it? There are ways to get in touch with your mind, body and emotions. Learn how they’re connected and whether interoception is an issue for you.
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If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com.
...You must have heard the all-too-often repeated myth that vaccines cause autism. It doesn’t stop there. The faulty information that’s spread about autism is worth knowing. Listen now.
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Contact me at info@theautisticwoman.com with myths you've heard!
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Did you see that coming? At times an autistic person doesn’t have a clue about what can happen as a result of something they do. Here’s why it’s difficult to prepare for what may be obvious to others.
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In this conversation we break down what it really means to be perceptive and why highly sensitive people excel in this area. Rachel Radway—who is autistic with ADHD—shares her incredible journey and wisdom from her award-winning book, Perceptive. She tells about learning she's autistic, tuning into her senses and understanding how she makes choices. She reveals the challenges and benefits of being an autistic person living in ...
Autistics can sometimes feel as though their emotions are out of control. This is a brain problem rather than a behavior problem. Learn how an autistic brain is wired to be susceptible to “amygdala hijack” with some tips for handling it.
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Decide to listen to this one again! It's all about making decisions.
Should I or shouldn’t I? Now or later? New or used? So many choices, so little time. Learn why it can be hard for autistics to make decisions and what you can do that helps.
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If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggest...
In this episode I’m talking with Briane Webb, a teacher who takes a unique approach to learning. Briane is dedicated to a special kind of school experience, one that values individual differences and neurodiversity. She created a school called Webbsprout where her ideas can thrive.
Our chat focused on Briane and what it’s like to be an autistic person. I’ve picked some gems from the full interview to share with you. Briane is candid...
The focus on symptoms can make us lose sight of the strengths autistic people have like innovating, creating, designing systems, improving business, teaching and more. Strengths are the other side of autistic symptoms and what makes us exceptional. Hear the ways autistics bring value to the world.
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If you are an autistic person who has written a b...
Ready to turn your passion into a profession? We talked with experts Marlene Sharp and Judi Uttal from Autism in Entertainment Workgroup about a vital topic: increasing employment for autistic individuals in the entertainment industry.
We dive into why autistic traits make us uniquely suited for this industry, where to get support and what you need to know to get started.
Whether it’s film, game design, animation, acting, and somethi...
It’s complicated. Each day an autistic person handles both autism and life’s challenges. It takes energy and skill. Here are some tips to help cope with autistic life. (Remastered)
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If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com.
In this episode, I’m chatting with Wendela Whitcomb Marsh whose career has included working with autistics and providing assessments. Many people struggle with whether to get one, what to look for in someone doing the assessment and how to adjust to the news of a diagnosis. If you’ve struggled with these questions this episode provides the answers.
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Do you recognize that underlying feeling as if you’re always tired? Being autistic can be difficult. Masking, socializing and trying to fit in drain our energy and lead to autistic fatigue. Here are some ideas for how to get some relief.
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If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at inf...
Is your "gut feeling" from anxiety or is it something else? For many autistic people years of masking and overwhelm have broken trust in their inner compass. In this episode you’ll hear a personal story of trusting gut feelings and how to get in touch with yours.
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If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you ha...
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