How to build a sensory safety kit
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How to build a sensory safety kit

The world can be overwhelming for autistic people. Which is why having a sensory soothing kit can come in handy. But what exactly is that and how do you go about building one? This blog has everything you need to know.

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How To Navigate Sensory Issues As An Adult
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How To Navigate Sensory Issues As An Adult

Because of the busy world we live in, we are constantly bombarded with sensory input. And this constant input can be challenging for those of us with autism. In this blog, I share some tips that can help you manage your sensory challenges and avoid overload.

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autism and burnout: what are the root causes
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autism and burnout: what are the root causes

Burnout is something that every autistic person is familiar with. But what exactly is it? In this blog, I go through all things ‘burnout’, including its root causes and how to create a recovery plan.

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Autism and self care: why it’s important
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Autism and self care: why it’s important

Self-care is beneficial to everyone but especially autistic people. But with so many self-care tips designed for non-autistic brains, it can be hard to figure how to make self-care work for us. If you are autistic and want to know more about self-care, this blog is for you.

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How to set boundaries as an autistic person
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How to set boundaries as an autistic person

Setting and maintaining boundaries can be difficult for an autistic person. Here are some some tricks and tips to help autistic people figure out their boundaries and why they are important in the first place.

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Tips to unmask as an autistic person
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Tips to unmask as an autistic person

Finding out you’re autistic later in life can come with a lot to unpack. You might find yourself unmasking after a lifetime of trying to fit in. But what exactly is ‘unmasking’ and how do you begin embracing your autistic traits after stifling them for so long? This blog post includes some tips to help you figure all that out.

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