Independence. The dream of many autistics. Yes, that is a goal for many as many still live with their family,… READ MORE
Growing up, I have had too many experiences to count about being disapppointed. Back then I was never one to… READ MORE
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Oftentimes, in the modes of social media the journey of autistics. We see their milestones and their downfalls. We also… READ MORE
While being an autistic can have its talents like being organized and ritual, we have to remember that this being… READ MORE
So, this week partly I have been focusing on self-regulation. This topic has sparked an interest in me because I… READ MORE
Yesterday, I had an epiphany. While I WANT to adult, I HAVE to put forth the effort to want and… READ MORE
Being independent comes with a great deal of responsibility. Independence is not easy for many autistics, however the earlier you… READ MORE
Incorporating new foods into one’s diet may not be the easiest for both the one caring for the autistic person… READ MORE
When a person experiences Autistic Shutdown, the best thing to do is to just let them get the rest they… READ MORE
I personally have witnessed the victimization and trust be compromised in not only autistic individuals but individuals both with and… READ MORE
So as I am getting adjusted to independent life again, it has made me realize the need to do things… READ MORE
Most of 2020 and gearing into 2021 we have had a great deal of change to routine. To the autistic… READ MORE
This week has been one of those weeks. What has happened has. I personally experienced when things don’t go our… READ MORE
We must realize that no matter what negative comments come across that we as autists should be valued as a… READ MORE
Criticism, Everyone’s susceptible to it. But for the neurodivergent such as myself, it can be taken with such seriousness and… READ MORE
It’s not that I can’t cook, in fact when I do it, I do it very well that I do… READ MORE
These are two key faults that I must feel must be addressed with any autistic before they move on their… READ MORE
As we are entering yet the resurgence of COVID and if we haven’t been, I have taken notice of the… READ MORE
“It can be easy to act on our emotions but there can also be a sense of pride when we are brave and do what we need to get through the challenges we face.”
~Dustin
Home to the writings of an autisitc man that has had his share of life experiences over four decades but has bounced back greatly from adverisity to live an everyday independent life.