Autistic
Supporting Autistic Well-Being in January 2026
Focusing on my well-being allows myself as an autistic person to experience genuine happiness and peace January often arrives carrying the weight of expectations. New goals, renewed motivation, and a cultural push to improve can feel unavoidable. For autistic individuals, however, the start of the year can bring heightened stress rather than inspiration. Supporting autistic […]
A Chill New Year for Autistic Minds in 2026
As the world prepares to enter into 2026, chill New Year celebrations are evolving. While many people enjoy loud countdowns, fireworks, and crowded parties, these traditional festivities can be overwhelming for autistic individuals. Sensory overload, social pressure, and unpredictable environments often turn what should be a joyful moment into a stressful experience. This is why […]
From Overwhelm to Wonder – Creating Joyful Winter Break Moments for Autistic Children
Winter break often brings a mix of emotions for families with autistic children. There’s excitement, hope, and love—along with sensory overload, unpredictability, and moments where everything feels like too much. It’s okay to hold both. And it’s in those in-between spaces that wonder often appears, gentle and unexpected. When Winter Feels “Too Much” For many […]
From Overwhelming to Enjoyable – Creating an Inclusive Halloween for Autistic Children in 2025
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Back-to-School Transition Tips for Autistic Students
Back-to-school season — for many families, it’s a mix of excitement, preparation, and maybe a little anxiety. But when your child is on the autism spectrum, this transition can feel like navigating a stormy sea without a compass. The emotional weight of change, new environments, and expectations can be overwhelming for autistic children and their […]
Martin Slyngstad, Autistic Author, Keynote Speaker, and Special Olympics Athlete
Martin Slyngstad’s journey is a powerful story of transformation, hope, and resilience. Diagnosed with autism at a young age, many might have underestimated him. But Martin proved from the start that he was unstoppable. His life has been a continuous journey of breaking barriers—first through the written word, then on stages filled with eager listeners, […]
Mary Russell, Swimming Champion & Autistic Advocate
Advocacy began in the quiet embrace of water for Mary Russell. The pool never hurried her or demanded explanations; it accepted her just as she was. Water became her first true friend—a place where she felt safe and understood. Her story goes far beyond swimming; it’s about turning struggle into strength and using every stroke […]
Life-Saving Water Safety Tips for Parent of Autistic Children
Life-saving moments happen every time your child with autism is near water, and if you’re a parent, you know how fast your heart can start pounding in those seconds. You’re far from alone in this—countless families live with the same constant, nerve-wracking worry. Water safety isn’t just a precaution; it’s truly a matter of life […]
4 Ways to Ease the Shift From School Bells to Summer Days for Autistic and Neurodiverse Students
Transitioning from the familiar rhythm of school days to the open-endedness of summer can feel like stepping off a sturdy bridge into unknown waters for many autistic and neurodiverse students. The sharp contrast between the structure of the school environment and the unpredictability of summer days often stirs up anxiety, confusion, and even sadness. But […]
Guest Feature, Michaela, Autistic Advocate & Entrepreneur
Michaela’s journey is more than impressive—it’s deeply meaningful. Her recent achievement of a master’s degree didn’t just come with a diploma; it came with powerful realizations about her identity. Around the same time, she learned she was autistic—a discovery that turned her world upside down, and yet, somehow made it feel finally right. This dual […]