Meet My Autistic Brain

It’s important for us to understand our autistic minds and bodies to deal with burnout, to choose healthy relationships and to build resilience. In this episode you’ll learn from Dr. Megan Anna Neff how the autistic mind and body work and how self-care can help us become self-reliant, build flexibility and gain satisfaction from our lives.Dr. Megan Anna Neff websites:https://neurodivergentinsights.com/https://www.meganannaneff.com/https://neurodivergentinsights.com/self-care-for-autistic-people/Podcast: https://www.divergentpod.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neurodivergent_insights/Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...

Dr. Sol Smith, psychologist, former professor, coach, consultant and autistic advocate talks about his book, The Autistic’s Guide to Self-Discovery. He tells about his personal experience as an autistic person with relatable examples of masking, rumination, imposter syndrome and more. He gives insights into how and why the autistic brain processes life experiences the way it does. Listen now!Sol's websites:https://www.professorsol.com/https://neurospicycommunity.com/https://www.instagram.com/theprofessorsolSupport the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...

Rick Stanton, the writer and director of the film Spectrum talks with me about the new film and its message about “the transformative power of acceptance and the untapped potential for greatness within every individual, no matter where they fall on the spectrum.” Don’t miss this interview and the spectacular film Spectrum. Links in the show notes!Watch Spectrum free at either site:Spectrum (YouTube): https://youtu.be/C161TZHJIjE?si=cre2wxPHbb5yU_CPSpectrum (Website): https://rickstanton.co.uk/spectrumSupport the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...

Are you tired of hearing “you don’t look autistic”? Here are some examples of the unique ways autistic traits express themselves. Learn about the human side of autism. Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...

Excitement can seem over the top when you contemplate a future event. It’s like your imagination goes wild and it feels great and you don’t want it to end! Could it be a variation of rumination?Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...

Author Dawn Davies could never have imagined the twists and turns her life would take from parenting an autistic child to finding her voice to advocate for him. Just when she thought she had it figured out life surprised her again. It didn’t stop with learning she’s autistic. There was more still to come…Dawn Davies websites:  https://www.authordawndavies.com https://whistletreebookclub.substack.com/Sunsama free 30-day trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...

In this episode you’ll meet Liam O’Dell, a journalist and author who is autistic. He’s the author of Selling Out The Spectrum: How Science Lost the Trust of Autistic People and How It Can Win It Back, where he explores things like the misinformation surrounding autism and vaccines, the failure to include autistic people in research and even recent statements about autism made by RFK, Jr. There’s so much more in this not-to-be-missed episode!Liam Odell's website and blog: https://liamodell.comLiam's book: https://liamodell.com/books/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liamodellukYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@LiamODellUKSunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...

In this episode I interview Lyric Rivera who has written Workplace Neurodiversity Rising. Lyric has been an employee, a manager and finally a consultant for employers interested in making their companies a place where both neurodivergent and neurotypical employees can succeed. Lyric shares her expertise, from getting hired to avoiding burnout, from being vulnerable to feeling safe. Whether you are an employee or employer you’ll find something valuable in this interview with Lyric Rivera.Lyric's book: https://tinyurl.com/WNRisingLyric's websites: neurodivergentconsulting.org; neurodivergentrebel.comSunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgkSupport the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...

Matthew Kenslow has found the formula for succeeding in life regardless of challenges and setbacks. He dreamed of being a teacher and faced tremendous obstacles as an autistic person. Matthew persevered and persisted until he made his dream happen. Using his own experience as an example Matthew tells us how to be unstoppable.All of Matthew’s links:  https://linktr.ee/mjkenslowMatthew’s book Unstoppable: https://www.amazon.com/Unstoppable-Matthew-Kenslow/dp/1956365583Matthew’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@matthewkenslow722Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgkThe Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuroSupport the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...

Claire Akebrand had debilitating physical symptoms that doctors couldn’t diagnose. She questioned her ability to be a good mother. She felt like few people would understand. Then she got an autism diagnosis and her life changed. Hear the amazing story of what happened after she learned she is autistic.Link to Claire's website: https://www.claireakebrandart.com/Support the show by signing up for a free trial of Sunsama. No credit card needed: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgkSupport the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Want to be a guest or know someone autistic who has written a book about autism who would be a good guest? Fill out this form:https://tinyurl.com/autguestspotInstagram: anautisticwoman https://www.instagram.com/anautisticwoman/Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon at this link: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanLinktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwomanEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite: theautisticwoman.com Check out other autistic shows:The Autistic Culture Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/auttacp The Neurodivergent Experience: https://tinyurl.com/autneuro The Horse Human Connection Matrix: https://tinyurl.com/authhcm From The Spectrum: https://tinyurl.com/autftsYoSamdySam: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySamOrion Kelly - That Autistic Guy ...