Meet My Autistic Brain

Self-esteem

Jun 23, 2023

Explore the challenges faced by autistic individuals in improving their self-esteem and forming friendships, including the pressure to pretend to be someone else. Learn about the impact of acting neurotypical on self-esteem and the importance of self-acceptance and resilience.

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Quick takeaways

Autistics often struggle with self-esteem due to societal expectations to act neurotypical, leading to negative self-perception.

The podcast emphasizes the importance of accepting oneself as an autistic individual and finding support from like-minded individuals to embrace uniqueness and normalize autism.

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Challenging Autistic Self-Esteem

Autistics often struggle with self-esteem due to the standards set by themselves and others to act neurotypical. The constant judgment and disapproval the autistic community faces contribute to negative self-perception. Strategies like positive affirmations and focusing on accomplishments provide temporary boosts, but don't address the underlying issue. The podcast emphasizes the importance of accepting oneself as an autistic individual and finding support from like-minded individuals to normalize autism and embrace uniqueness.

Introduction

3min

Struggles with Improving Self-esteem as an Autistic Person

3min

Challenges in Forming Friendships and Seeking Self-Acceptance

3min

The Impact of Acting Neurotypical on Self-esteem

3min

It’s there, always, affecting how we view ourselves. Autistics struggle with it and for good reason. Is it possible for an autistic to have positive self-esteem or is playing neurotypical costing us?

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