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Meet My Autistic Brain

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Dec 6, 2024 • 1min

News and Updates: New books and a podcast

JD Barker, Jackie Schuld, Annie Kotowicz are out with new books and a not-to-be-missed podcast with an autistic host: The Horse Human Connection Matrix.JD Barker, Heavy Are the Stones: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5RKLYPCJackie Schuld, Being An Autistic Writer: https://a.co/d/80AFRn7Annie Kotowicz, What I Mean When I Say I’m Autistic: https://neurobeautiful.com/book/The Horse-Human Connection Matrix, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-horsehuman-connection-matrix/id1721995107?i=1000679094801Support 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...
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Dec 2, 2024 • 16min

Listener Favorites: Autism and Romantic Feelings

An autistic person might fall in love easily, or at least think they have. They might not be able to control the feelings they have. They might see a small gesture as more than it is. This is not desperation or clinginess. It’s the autistic brain. 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...
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Nov 25, 2024 • 16min

Autism, ADHD or both

Autism, ADHD or both? If you’ve been diagnosed with one or the other it could be that you have both. Hear about how symptoms overlap and what it looks like to be AuDHD.Try Sunsama and help the podcast for free! Between now and 11 a.m. on November 30, 2024 the podcast will receive a bonus for every 15 people who sign up for the FREE TRIAL! It's a great way to donate without spending a dime. No credit card needed. Please help today! Sunsama link: 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...
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Nov 19, 2024 • 8min

The Right Time to Say You're Autistic

When you learn you’re autistic you might want to tell the world. Or not. It takes patience to wait until the right time to break the news. Hear how you can know when it feels right.Note: From now until November 30, 2024 at 11 a.m. the show receives a bonus for every 15 people who sign up for a free trial of Sunsama - no credit card needed! Contribute to the show without spending a dime by clicking on the Sunsama link and signing up today! Link:  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...
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Nov 14, 2024 • 35min

Popular Interview: So You Think You're Autistic

Samantha Stein, author of "So You Think You’re Autistic" and host of "Yo Samdy Sam," shares her personal journey to discovering her autism. She discusses creating a workbook to help others understand their diagnoses. The conversation dives into sensory processing, the struggles of masking, and the emotional complexities of disclosing autism to loved ones. Samantha also highlights how intersectionality impacts autistic experiences, emphasizing the importance of representation and understanding in discussions around neurodiversity.
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Nov 4, 2024 • 9min

Listener Favorites: Stimming

It’s natural for autistics to stim and what works for you is an individual choice. What is stimming and what are the ways people stim? Listen to learn more and to hear about the options autistics choose.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...
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Oct 29, 2024 • 19min

Misdiagnosis

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...
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Oct 21, 2024 • 42min

Autism and Success: An Interview with NYT best-selling author JD Barker

New York Times international best-selling author JD Barker talks writing, autism and how he leverages his autistic traits to do the things he loves. A late-diagnosed father with an autistic child he reveals how he and his wife make it work.JD talks about how learning he’s autistic at age 22 changed him, how growing up without a tv sparked his interest in reading and how his life experience lead to the career he has today. This is a glimpse inside the brilliant and vibrant mind of a writer who understands how autistic traits can contribute to success.Website: https://jdbarker.comX: @jdbarkerFacebook: therealjdbarkerInstagram: @jdbrker_authorTikTok: @jdbarker_authorHigher Listenings: Joy for EducatorsA new podcast from Top Hat delivering ideas, relief, and joy to the future of teaching.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport 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...
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Oct 8, 2024 • 15min

Why the Autistic Brain Over-responds in Emotional Situations

Autistics can sometimes feel as though their emotions are out of control. This is a brain problem rather than a behavior problem. Hear how an autistic brain is wired to be susceptible to “amygdala hijack.”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...
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Oct 3, 2024 • 17min

Favorite Repeat: Self-Diagnosis

If you're a self-diagnosed autistic you may wonder if self-diagnosis is as valid as a professional diagnosis. This episode explores self-diagnosis and why it might be your best choice.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...

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