Advice for Autistics (Episode 148) - Writing Prompt #35

An episode that shares advice for Autistics, because advice is one of the fastest ways we build culture!

In Episode 148 of The Autistic Culture Podcast, Dr Angela Kingdon shares her most powerful advice for newly identified autistic adults—and invites you to do the same in just 100 words or less.

This episode is part of our 12-week writing series created specifically for autistic writers, creatives, and self-discovery seekers who use storytelling as a tool for healing, identity integration, and unmasking.

All this, and we announce our amazing winners from our ninth writing contest!Here are our top two entries.

OUR WINNER 🥇At Least Three Dead Trolls in a Baggie Got Warned By Elena Kay Greenwell

THE RUNNER UP 🥈Greyworld By Katherine StewartCongrats to our winners! You can see their stories here.

Here’s what we cover in today’s episode:

* Why writing is a powerful tool for autistic identity integration.

* Real examples of 100-word advice letters for newly diagnosed autistics.

* The emotional process of late autism discovery and family dynamics.

* Behind the scenes of creating a journal therapy-based writing podcast.

* The difference between self-diagnosed vs. self-identified in autistic culture.

* How to use special interests as healing practices, not guilty pleasures.

* The upcoming Neurodivergent Narratives Masterclass for paid members.

* Whether future content should focus solely on autistic voices or all neurodivergent writers.

Neurodivergent Narratives Presents: ‘Got A Tip’ Contest

A contest that turns your best advice into a cultural legacy!

PROMPT: In 100 words or fewer, share your best advice with a newly identified Autistic personAdvice is one of the fastest ways we build culture. When someone’s newly diagnosed, they’re often swimming in a sea of grief, confusion, and identity shock. Advice rooted in lived Autistic experience cuts through that fog. It says You’re not broken. You’re not alone. And yes, this weird, wonderful brain of yours can be hilarious.

⚠️Your advice may not be any longer than 100 words.

This isn’t therapy.This is voice reclamation.

Submit entry.Let Your Voice Be Heard.

💌 Good luck, writers. We’re saving you a seat.

THE ESSENTIALS:🖊️ Open to: Everyone🗓️ Deadline: Wednesday, July 16th at 12 PM ET / 5 PM UK💷 Prize: £10 each week📘 Publication: Winning entries go on our Substack and in the annual Neurodivergent Narratives anthologyTHE RULES:No PlagiarismNo Hate SpeechNo Explicit or Graphic ContentSubmit as many times as you wishYou do not need to be present or subscribe to participateEntries after the deadline will not be consideredAll decisions are finalFull Contest Rules are here.

Use the hashtag #gotatip on social media to share this contest.

Submit Your Entry Here: https://forms.gle/i2ZH9vKymSqqNG2N6

Resources:🎤 Joe Wells – "I Am Autistic"Watch the full comedy set on YouTube:

🎵 Jude Perl – "The Label Song"Listen on Bandcamp:

📘 Book Recommendation – Am I Actually Autistic?Your Guide to Processing the Identity Shock of Late Autism Discovery & Living UnmaskedCheck out the free preview on Substack: autisticculture.substack.com/t/book

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