Meet My Autistic Brain

Exploring the concept of autistic inertia and its impact on daily life, including struggles with energy management and decision-making. Personal anecdotes shed light on the difficulties of dealing with tasks and transitions when energy levels are depleted, highlighting the challenges of autistic inertia and the importance of support and understanding in managing this challenge.

Exploring the struggles of feeling unseen and navigating social interactions as an autistic individual, with a humorous yet embarrassing anecdote from a conference. Also delving into the experience of feeling unseen in social settings as an autistic individual, including the challenges of masking and navigating social expectations while staying true to oneself.

A discussion on how autistic brains are built for efficiency, focusing on intense concentration and energy conservation. The podcast explores optimizing productivity, strategies for boosting efficiency in daily tasks, and the role of technology in enhancing brain optimization. It also delves into using pattern recognition skills to minimize energy wastage and connect with content from autistic creators.

The podcast explores the significance of routines for autistics, challenging societal views. It delves into how routines conserve energy and enhance brain function, drawing parallels to cultural norms. Additionally, it discusses how routines can help manage energy effectively, especially for individuals with autism.

Explore the challenges and victories in the educational journey of an individual with Autism. From early education to high school, struggles with instructions, academic pressure, teacher perceptions, and eventual triumph in a supportive environment. Personal journey through high school and college, isolation, social challenges, academic obstacles, and an encounter with the criminal justice system. Overcoming exam struggles, dropping out, workplace challenges, and returning to education. Facing academic struggles in law school and passing the bar exam after perseverance. Emphasizing the power of persistence in the lives of autistic individuals.

Explore how autistics bring a unique approach to creativity, showcasing their contributions in music, art, and more. Learn about the value of creativity in the workplace and the intersection of autism and creativity in various fields.

Explore the emotional journey post-autism diagnosis, from relief to self-discovery. Unpack the complexities of identity, emotions, and self-acceptance. Dive into the battle of authenticity versus conformity and the importance of community support.

Exploring the challenges of masking autism and the need for diverse representation. Emphasizing the importance of openness and relatable examples in changing perceptions of autism.

Explore the personal challenges of sleep for autistics. Learn about struggles with sleep disruptions and quest for solutions. Discuss impact of daily dreaming on sleep quality and need for empathetic research into sleep issues within the autistic community.

Delve into the diverse world of autism through vivid anecdotes and insightful observations. Explore unique autistic traits like intense interests, social struggles, love for cats, literal thinking, and networking difficulties. Emphasizes empathy and support for individuals on the spectrum.