Meet My Autistic Brain

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! Want to be a guest or know someone 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 Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk 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 http...

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! Want to be a guest or know someone 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 Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk 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 http...

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! Want to be a guest or know someone 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 Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk 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 http...

Some people are first diagnosed with bipolar disorder before getting their autism diagnosis. Some are both autistic and bipolar. Hear a personal account of one experience with bipolar disorder that might explain a late diagnosis of autism. Meltdowns episode: https://tinyurl.com/autmeltdowns-->Free 30-day trial of Sunsama helps the podcast! No credit card needed. https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk  Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Want to be a guest or know someone 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 Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk 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 http...

Dive into the fascinating world of cognitive processing styles! The podcast explores the differences between bottom-up and top-down thinking, especially within the autistic community. Personal experiences shed light on how these distinct approaches shape perception and behavior. Discover the unique advantages and challenges faced by bottom-up thinkers. It's an enlightening take on how the autistic brain processes information, revealing insights that are both profound and relatable!

Step into the complex world of Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum with author Sarah Hendrickx. She talks about why autism is often missed in women and girls and how traits can differ. You’ll hear her own personal story of late diagnosis and how it has impacted her life.Sarah's website: https://www.asperger-training.comSarah's book: https://tinyurl.com/sarahhendrickxAll Sarah's books: https://tinyurl.com/sarahhendrickxbooksSupport the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Want to be a guest or know someone 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 Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk 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 http...

Does it take you a few moments before you can respond in a conversation? That could be because you are a visual thinker living in a largely verbal world. Being a slow processor might have a simple explanation.Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Want to be a guest or know someone 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 Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk 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 http...

It’s remarkable how many autistics are misdiagnosed with another illness or condition before or instead of learning they’re autistic. Could it be that the medical profession doesn’t even consider autism as a possible diagnosis? Hear about the other conditions and illnesses that are sometimes mistaken for autism.Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Want to be a guest or know someone 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 Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk 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 http...

Unemployment and underemployment rates among autistic individuals reveal significant challenges in the job market. The podcast discusses emotional hurdles like interview anxiety and workplace dynamics that hinder success. There's a focus on communication barriers and how they contribute to workplace stress. Listeners are encouraged to share their own experiences, along with tips on tools that can enhance productivity and organizational skills. Creating supportive environments is emphasized as crucial for improvement.

Becca Lory Hector, JD Barker and a not-to-be-missed podcast: The Autistic Culture Podcast. Plus a personal observation about sensory sensitivities.Autistic Culture Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-autistic-culture-podcast/id1653171456Becca Lory Hector, Always Bring Your Sunglasses: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-autistic-brain/id1548001224?i=1000691102681Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Want to be a guest or know someone 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 Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk 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 http...