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:

1. Understand how Autistic people may display emotions differently and the challenges we face in navigating and expressing our emotions.
2. Identify signs of sensory overload, what can trigger it, and some methods to help self-soothe and regulate.
3. 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.

• 💻 Dr. Megan Anna Neff's Website: https://neurodivergentinsights.com
• 💻 Patrick Casale's Website: https://www.allthingspractice.com 

Resources:

Resources for Emotion Identification (blog posts):

• The Emotion Matrix: https://neurodivergentinsights.com/blog/arousal-valence-model
• The Feeling Wheel: https://neurodivergentinsights.com/blog/the-feelings-wheel
• Increasing Emotional Identification: https://neurodivergentinsights.com/blog/emotional-identification

Resource (Workbook):

• The Alexithymia Workbook: https://neurodivergentinsights.com/neurodivergentstore/p/alexithymia-workbook
• Emotions 101: If you’re a nerd like me and enjoy learning the science of emotions this workbook is for you: https://neurodivergentinsights.com/neurodivergentstore/p/emotions-101

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Hurricane Relief for WNC communities

This money will go to nonprofits who are boots on the ground. It will go to struggling individuals who do not have enough money for gas to get out, or who do not have enough money to provide their basic needs right now. Donate to Patrick's GoFundMe to help provide urgent aid for WNC communities affected by Hurricane Helene. Visit: atppod.com/wnc