Oh, That’s Just My Autism Ep 118: Trying to Escape the Black Hole of Executive Dysfunction
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Aug 31, 2023 The podcast explores the challenges of executive dysfunction, burnout, and job struggles. The speaker also discusses transitioning to independence in their job and seeking accommodations for autism in the workplace. They share their personal experiences with executive dysfunction and their journey of self-discovery regarding their neurodivergence.
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Job Update
- Melissa shares an update on her job situation, having previously announced her resignation.
- She decided to stay a bit longer after a discussion with her manager, who wants her to experience working independently after orientation.
Spacing Out Workdays
- Melissa considers spacing out her workdays to manage exhaustion from consecutive 12-hour shifts.
- She believes having days off between shifts will improve recovery and make the workload more manageable.
Predictable Schedule
- Melissa also wants to request a fixed weekly schedule, citing the importance of predictability for autistic individuals.
- She finds rotating shifts challenging and thrives in structured environments like school.