Four Challenges to Buying a House on the Spectrum
By Ron Sandison After writing my fourth book Adulting on the Spectrum I felt like I had one thing I had not yet achieved…
You Are Fine as You Are
By Rosa Mackay There once was a quiet young lady called Christa. She lived in a house with her mom, dad and sister. She…
Self-awareness and accountability
by John Testore Victimization and Criticism stop us from Achieving. Self-awareness and Acceptance are the antonyms of Victimization and Criticism. The latter are the…
A Dance with Rumination
By Carrie Farrar My mind is moving rapidly My thoughts, a reverie Of frantic worries entertained Despite the calm I see. ___________________________ My pencil…
But She’s So Pretty
By Vicki Koslin Howell “But she talks so much.” If I had to hear that sentence again from professionals assessing my daughter for autism,…
Using a Cup of Hot Chocolate to Explain the Obvious
By Marina Magalhães Cardoso I was thinking about a consistent theme to write about. I glanced at my generous cup of cappuccino and thought:…
Celebrating the Life of Autism Advocate Dr. Laurence A. Becker
By Ron Sandison September 23, 1936 – October 25, 2024 “My purpose in life is to share the stories and art of people with…
How Sensitivities And Routines Can Affect Food Preferences When You’re Neurodivergent
By Kadin McElwain Last month, after my usual morning routine, I had to sit down with my family and have breakfast. That morning, we…