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6 Gentle Ways to Calm the Mind and Ease Sleep Anxiety for Autistic & Neurodiverse Individuals
Understanding Sleep Anxiety in Neurodiverse Individuals Sleep anxiety is the overwhelming fear or worry about not being able to fall asleep or stay asleep. It can cause racing thoughts, restlessness, and even panic — making sleep feel impossible. Why is Sleep Anxiety Common in Autistic Individuals? Autistic and neurodiverse individuals often experience heightened sensory awareness, […]
4 Steps to Calm the Chaos: Autism-Friendly Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricane Helene during the last week of September 2024 Calm is hard to find when the wind is howling outside, rain is lashing against the windows, and the power flickers on and off. For most people, it’s unsettling but manageable. Now, imagine that same situation through the eyes of an autistic individual—sudden loud noises, flickering […]
8 ways to calm an overactive nervous system
Stress is inevitable throughout life, and the only thing you can control is your reaction. That said, the body’s autonomic nervous system often seems to have a mind of its own. And you can either submit or learn how to reel it in. Grounding yourself reconnects your senses to your nervous system and lessens anxiety. […]