Meet My Autistic Brain

The podcast explores the concept of being oblivious as an autistic person and how traits can impact us. It discusses the impact of autism on various aspects of life, including decision-making, sleep, social situations, and artistic pursuits. The speaker reflects on their own experiences and discusses the concept of identity and how discovering their autism can change their perspective on the past and future.

Explore the complexities of experiencing romantic feelings as an autistic individual, from intense emotions to struggles with social cues. Dive into the challenges of potential relationships, from letter writing to in-person interactions. Learn about confidence struggles and emotional processing differences in romantic contexts. Discover the intersection of emotions and logic in relationships, with insights on communication methods and managing romantic thoughts.

Discover the positive impact of realizing you're autistic, exploring personal growth and self-acceptance through understanding unique traits.

The podcast discusses whether Autism 'gets better' and explores sensory sensitivities, special interests, stress management, communication challenges, literal thinking, and the honesty of communication in autism.

Explore the complex emotional experiences of being autistic, from coping mechanisms like suppressing emotions to intense emotional responses linked to meltdowns. Learn about navigating misunderstandings and emotional turmoil in social interactions, the unique challenges of understanding and expressing emotions as an autistic individual, and the societal expectations surrounding emotional experiences.

Exploring the controversial link between acetaminophen and autism, challenging stereotypes, showcasing limitations of cohort studies, discussing humorous correlations, and urging for empathy towards individuals with autism.

Learn about the importance of circadian rhythm and its impact on sleep, health, and daily routines. Explore the challenges faced by astronauts on Mars and how disrupted circadian rhythm affects various bodily functions. Discover factors affecting circadian rhythm and strategies to improve sleep quality and overall wellbeing.

Explore the inner struggles of insomnia at 3 a.m. as the speaker battles discomforts like itching, coldness, and thirst in a quest for rest.

Are you getting enough REM and deep sleep or do you drag around  most of the day? You might be experiencing sleep deprivation, a common complaint among autistics. Listen to this eye-opening episode.Support the showNOW RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY! Sunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Use this form: https://tinyurl.com/guestformMMAB if you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism in autistic adults OR if you know of someone who is and who would like to be a guest on the show. Guest suggestions can also be emailed to info@theautisticwoman.com Instagram: 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

Learn about executive functioning and cognitive strengths in autistic individuals, as well as strategies for navigating workplace challenges. Discover how unique perception and sensory processing impact learning and job performance.