Being an Autistic human often pairs with a complex relationship with emotions.
Just the question, "How do you feel," can feel so uncomfortable and spark anxiety, panic, and avoidance, often resulting in pre-planned responses or an answer that makes you think, "What the hell am I saying right now?"
In her initial session with a new therapist, Megan Anna, an Autistic psychologist, unintentionally exposed her genuine feelings about emotions, inadvertently confessing, "I hate emotions."
In this episode, you'll hear the personal experiences and realizations of both Patrick and Megan Anna around emotions, communication, and navigating relationships.
If you or someone you know struggles with expressing emotions or feeling understood and connected to others, then this episode is for you.
Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode:
- Understand how Autistic people may display emotions differently and the challenges we face in navigating and expressing our emotions.
- Identify signs of sensory overload, what can trigger it, and some methods to help self-soothe and regulate.
- Learn how and which tools and technologies to use to improve and aid in communication
By gaining a deeper understanding of Autistic emotions, we gain the potential for greater self-awareness which can empower us to embrace our authentic selves and foster meaningful connections.
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