Oh, That’s Just My Autism

Fall semester has begun! Today I’m talking about how working in groups is the worst, the perils of choosing a disorganized teacher, and how my classroom has the absolute brightest lights on the planet. If you want to reach out you can email me at ohthatsjustmyautism@gmail.com or find me on IG @oh.thatsjustmyautism. You can also join me over on Patreon! Patreon.com/ohthatsjustmyautism 😊

I got my diagnosis a year ago and so much has changed! Learning about my neurodivergence has really opened up my life in a lot of ways and helped me begin a journey to true self acceptance. If you’d like to reach out, you can email me at ohthatsjustmyautism@gmail.com or find me on IG at @oh.thatsjustmyautism. I also have a Patreon page! Patreon.com/ohthatsjustmyautism - help the support the pod and get some perks too.

Fiancé Grey joins the host to talk about navigating life as a neurodivergent couple, including their ADHD diagnoses and communication styles influenced by past traumas. They discuss the impact of sensitivities, medication side effects, and the perception of neurodivergent conditions. They also emphasize the importance of open communication, seeking couples therapy, and asking your partner about their needs in a neurodivergent relationship.

It’s summer and I’m melting (down?). In this episode I talk about how the heat can contribute to sensory overload and make everything around you a little less tolerable. If you want to reach out, email me at ohthatsjustmyautism@gmail.com or find me on IG @oh.thatsjustmyautism. You can also join me on Patreon for access to our private OTJMA Discord server! Patreon.com/ohthatsjustmyautism

Why are decisions so hard?? My overly analytical brain just can’t decide what the right thing is. And even when I can decide, taking steps toward acting on that decision is even harder! If you want to reach out you can email me at ohthatsjustmyautism@gmail.com or find me on IG at @oh.thatsjustmyautism. You can also join that Patreon and gain access to our private Discord server! Patreon.com/ohthatsjustmyautism 😁

I’m still over here *not* mastering the art of conversation. There are just so many factors and variables (which are only fun when in relation to math). Good thing I am embracing my awkwardness these days, because there is a lot of it. If you want to join us on the Patreon, go here: Patreon.com/ohthatsjustmyautism. To reach out via email: ohthatsjustmyautism@gmail.com or find me on IG @oh.thatsjustmyautism

Megan Griffith, a podcast guest, updates us on her self-diagnosis journey and realization of being autisti c. She discusses the challenges of self-diagnosing and the importance of trust and support. The emotional risks of stimming in public and embracing authenticity are explored. Misconceptions about government checks for autistics and accusations of attention-seeking are also discussed. Celebrating neurodivergence and the recommendation to check out the Neurodivergent Magic Podcast.

Happy Pride Month! In this episode I talk about my later-in-life realization that I was gay, and how that journey was so similar to when I realized that I’m autistic. The parallels are REAL. The clues were there. How could I have missed this stuff?? If you want to join the Patreon party: Patreon.com/ohthatsjustmyautism - if you want to reach out you can email ohthatsjustmyautism@gmail.com or find me on IG at @oh.thatsjustmyautism

I’ve been hit with the Cov, and it’s rubbing my anxiety, ASD, and ADHD the wrong way! This was not in the plans. I’m not good at sitting around. How long will this last? Send help, I’m losing it. Thanks to my brain functioning at half capacity, there’s an extra awkward ending to this one 🙃 If you’d like to support the pod, you can do so at Patreon.com/ohthatsjustmyautism - to reach out shoot me an email at ohthatsjustmyautism@gmail.com or find me on IG @oh.thatsjustmyautism

I have always enjoyed this show, but there are some reasons why I think this might be the best season yet! If you want to check out the Patreon you can do that here: Patreon.com/ohthatsjustmyautism - if you want to reach out you can email me at ohthatsjustmyautism@gmail.com or find me on IG @oh.thatsjustmyautism