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As an autistic adult with a lot of independence, THIS is how I manage my sensory aversions: treat my tolerance like a bank account. I only push myself to “deal with it” when I absolutely have to. Otherwise, I take steps to reduce unpleasant input wherever possible, even when it’s not particularly bothersome. #autistic #autism #autismawareness #sensory

As a kid on the spectrum, I REFUSED suggestions NOT because I knew they wouldn't work, but because my brain wouldn't let me try something unfamiliar during stress. 💡Practice the strategy when things are GOOD, when there is no problem to solve. Autistic brains often need to ✨experience✨ a tool BEFORE they can use it. This way, when the hard moment comes, the brain already knows where the tool is 💗 #autism #autistic #autismawareness #autismacceptance #teacher

1 MILLION Followers on Insta 💖 What started with me sharing pieces of my life after Love On The Spectrum has grown into something more substantial than I could’ve imagined back in 2022. Every comment from someone who finally felt understood, every parent who tried something differently, every autistic person who said, “ME TOO,” and every professional who took something they learned here back into their work is why I do this. I care deeply about autistic people having lives where we are unders

Hey remember that time I said I was in my “try era”? Well, I tired a little too close to the sun on this one 😣 #autistic #autism #autismawareness #neurodivergent #actuallyautistic

Demands = PRESSURE for some autistic people. Even when the request is perfectly reasonable, some autistic folks feel INTENSELY pressured, like they’re being squeezed. Pointing choices, directives, and explanations toward a toy or other object can turn down some of that pressure! They’ll still hear the information… they’ll still know what needs to happen, but may not feel as pressured if the demand is pointed towards a toy or object rather than at them directly 💖 #autism #autistic #autismaware

Sensory seeking = the drive to get MORE input. 🎢 For me this was a constant pull towards movement…seeking MORE speed, MORE flavor, INTENSE experiences…and @Knott’s Berry Farm in California absolutely delivered!! Plan your trip at VisitBuenaPark.com. I stayed at the Knott's Hotel, which is within walking distance of the park and I highly recommend it!! 😍 #autism #autistic #neurodivergent #amusementpark #rollercoaster

If shifting between activities is hard for your autistic loved one, try: ▪️Offering an item to carry with them ▪️Playing a favorite song when it’s time to move ▪️ Adding a medium activity in between something they love, like recess, and something they hate, like math. Building bridges of understanding is what I do, and I can make it happen in YOUR space too! Invite me to speak, grab a copy of my book, or both! 🔗📖🗣️ #autistic #autism #autismawareness #neurodivergent #autismacceptance

Colby and I share an autism diagnosis, but our abilities are very different. He’s had to fight for communication skills that came to me more easily. And even though we’ve been friends since high school, those differences absolutely affect our relationship. Mixed-ability friendship often means acknowledging those differences and finding ways to connect that work for BOTH people. If you have a mixed ability friendship in YOUR life, what things do you enjoy doing together? 💖 #autism #autistic #a

As it turns out, not even the BEST shirt slogan can’t enhance social acceptance when the person in question is your “weird” coworker 😔 Because many people GENUINELY CANNOT recognize autism outside of a highly specific context, they don’t see the need to exercise additional curiosity or compassion. But it doesn’t have to be like this. Unusual interactions are the price of admission when we diversify talent in the workplace, and that’s ok! ✅ When something unusual happens asking yourself, “I won

Too often, autistic people are told we did something WRONG, but nobody shows us what to do instead 😔 So when this happens in your world, you could try: 1. Demonstrate what they COULD have said 2. Pull them aside later to chat about a better response “Autism acceptance” ALSO means holding high expectations and being willing to TEACH a missing skill 💖 #autism #autistic #autismawareness #neurodivergent #autismacceptance

What LOOKS LIKE “refusing help” can actually be a clue that the problem-solving part of the brain is off-line. ❌Instead of playing 20 questions… ✅ Start DOING ✅ Make it about YOU ✅ SHOW a path forward For more actionable autism tips, pre-order my book, Life on the Bridge linking my world to yours as an autistic therapist 💖 🔗 (out March 17th) #autistic #Autism #autismacceptance #autismawareness #neurodivergent

Spilling the tea based on YOUR questions about Love On The Spectrum 💖 #autism #loveonthespectrum #autistic #autismacceptance #autismawareness #netflix #kaelynn