Meet My Autistic Brain

The Autistic Woman™

What is it like to find out late in life that you are autistic? The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her as an adult. You'll hear personal stories, opinions about research and the importance of autistic voices. Includes some fun stuff too and interviews of autistic guests! This podcast is primarily for adult autistics and their family and friends. It's one of the top 0.5% most popular shows globally as ranked by Listen Score with more than 1,000,000 downloads.

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Dec 19, 2024 · 24 min
Best of 2024: Overlooked Autistic Traits
There are many traits autistics have in common that aren’t always noticed as being autistic. How many of these do you recognize in yourself? Remastered Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Dec 9, 2024 · 44 min
Set Yourself Free from Childhood PTSD
Author Anna Runkle, The Crappy Childhood Fairy, talks about her new book "Re-Regulated: Set Your Life Free from Childhood PTSD and the Trauma-Driven Behaviors That Keep You Stuck.” In this episode you’ll hear about the neurological basis for symptoms of CPTSD. Anna shares how trauma affects our nervous system and makes us feel dysregulated. She tells why it’s important for us to be re-regulated and how to know if we’re not. Anna describes her method for handling CPTSD symptoms and how using it can lead to success in recovery and in life. Don’t miss this important and informative interview with Anna Runkle. Links to resources and the book: https://crappychildhoodfairy.com/ https://www.facebook.com/CrappyChildhoodFairy/ https://www.instagram.com/crappychildhoodfairy/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/@CrappyChildhoodFairy https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-runkle-baa9778 https://www.amazon.com/Re-Regulated-Childhood-Trauma-Driven-Behaviors-Stuck/dp/1401978630 Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Dec 6, 2024 · 1 min
News and Updates: New books and a podcast
JD Barker, Jackie Schuld, Annie Kotowicz are out with new books and a not-to-be-missed podcast with an autistic host: The Horse Human Connection Matrix. JD Barker, Heavy Are the Stones: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5RKLYPC Jackie Schuld, Being An Autistic Writer: https://a.co/d/80AFRn7 Annie Kotowicz, What I Mean When I Say I’m Autistic: https://neurobeautiful.com/book/ The Horse-Human Connection Matrix, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-horsehuman-connection-matrix/id1721995107?i=1000679094801 Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Dec 2, 2024 · 15 min
Listener Favorites: Autism and Romantic Feelings
An autistic person might fall in love easily, or at least think they have. They might not be able to control the feelings they have. They might see a small gesture as more than it is. This is not desperation or clinginess. It’s the autistic brain. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Nov 25, 2024 · 15 min
Autism, ADHD or both
Autism, ADHD or both? If you’ve been diagnosed with one or the other it could be that you have both. Hear about how symptoms overlap and what it looks like to be AuDHD. Try Sunsama and help the podcast for free! Between now and 11 a.m. on November 30, 2024 the podcast will receive a bonus for every 15 people who sign up for the FREE TRIAL! It's a great way to donate without spending a dime. No credit card needed. Please help today! Sunsama link: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Nov 19, 2024 · 8 min
The Right Time to Say You're Autistic
When you learn you’re autistic you might want to tell the world. Or not. It takes patience to wait until the right time to break the news. Hear how you can know when it feels right. Note: From now until November 30, 2024 at 11 a.m. the show receives a bonus for every 15 people who sign up for a free trial of Sunsama - no credit card needed! Contribute to the show without spending a dime by clicking on the Sunsama link and signing up today! Link: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Nov 14, 2024 · 34 min
Popular Interview: So You Think You're Autistic
In this episode I’m talking with Samantha Stein, author of So You Think You’re Autistic, A Workbook for the Confused Person Who's Just Trying to Figure Things Out and host of the popular YouTube channel Yo Samdy Sam. Samantha talks about her experience learning she’s autistic and how it led to a book for readers to reflect on and work through their thoughts and questions about autism. A must-read! Links: So You Think You’re Autistic, A workbook for the confused person who's just trying to figure things out https://mybook.to/thinkyoureautistic Sam's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@YoSamdySam Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Nov 4, 2024 · 9 min
Listener Favorites: Stimming
It’s natural for autistics to stim and what works for you is an individual choice. What is stimming and what are the ways people stim? Listen to learn more and to hear about the options autistics choose. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Oct 29, 2024 · 18 min
Misdiagnosis
It’s remarkable how many autistics are misdiagnosed with another illness or condition before or instead of learning they’re autistic. Could it be that the medical profession doesn’t even consider autism as a possible diagnosis? Hear about the other conditions and illnesses that are sometimes mistaken for autism. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Oct 21, 2024 · 41 min
Autism and Success: An Interview with NYT best-selling author JD Barker
New York Times international best-selling author JD Barker talks writing, autism and how he leverages his autistic traits to do the things he loves. A late-diagnosed father with an autistic child he reveals how he and his wife make it work. JD talks about how learning he’s autistic at age 22 changed him, how growing up without a tv sparked his interest in reading and how his life experience lead to the career he has today. This is a glimpse inside the brilliant and vibrant mind of a writer who understands how autistic traits can contribute to success. Website: https://jdbarker.com X: @jdbarker Facebook: therealjdbarker Instagram: @jdbrker_author TikTok: @jdbarker_author Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Oct 8, 2024 · 14 min
Why the Autistic Brain Over-responds in Emotional Situations
Autistics can sometimes feel as though their emotions are out of control. This is a brain problem rather than a behavior problem. Hear how an autistic brain is wired to be susceptible to “amygdala hijack.” Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Oct 3, 2024 · 17 min
Favorite Repeat: Self-Diagnosis
If you're a self-diagnosed autistic you may wonder if self-diagnosis is as valid as a professional diagnosis. This episode explores self-diagnosis and why it might be your best choice. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Sep 16, 2024 · 35 min
What is Autism?
In this episode I talk to Jackie Schuld, author of What is Autism? Jackie shares her insights and knowledge about autism, how it affects her and what it was like learning she’s autistic. Listen and meet the autistic brain of author, artist and therapist, Jackie Schuld. Get the book! https://www.jackieschuld.com/books Find Jackie on Medium: https://medium.com/@jackieschuld Website: https://www.jackieschuld.com Resource page: https://www.jackieschuld.com/artactivities Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Sep 9, 2024 · 11 min
Demand Avoidance That's Not PDA
Sometimes we avoid the demands of our everyday lives, even the ones we place on ourselves. It takes a lot of energy to resist doing what needs to be done. It’s different from PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) in how it affects us and what we can do about it. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Aug 26, 2024 · 12 min
Listener Favorites: Executive and Cognitive Functions
When you don’t feel like doing anything it may not be laziness. If you’re autistic it could be due to executive and cognitive functioning. Don’t miss this to learn more! Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Aug 19, 2024 · 13 min
Listener Favorites: Face Blindness
Do you have difficulty recognizing people? It’s frustrating to forget someone’s face. It’s not your fault—it’s face blindness also known as prosopagnosia. It varies among people. Some have trouble recognizing family members while others get lost in a crowd of faces. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Aug 5, 2024 · 12 min
Listener Favorites: Pathological Demand Avoidance
Some people would rather hide than face the demands placed on them by themselves or others. This might be due to autism or a separate condition of its own. Learn more about this interesting disorder. This is not about PDA in children. Examples of non-PDA parenting is provided for contrast only. —->PDA screening test: https://www.pdasociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/EDA8.pdf Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Jul 29, 2024 · 20 min
Why Autistics Pick the Wrong Partner
Autism affects how autistics experience relationships by definition. Some of the best traits can lead to problems. In this episode you’ll learn about why autistics pick the wrong partner and how you can change it. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Jul 23, 2024 · 22 min
Listener Favorites: Beyond Diagnostic Criteria
Autistics share traits that meet the diagnostic criteria for autism and many traits that do not. Find out what autistics may have in common that didn’t make the cut. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website
Jul 15, 2024 · 13 min
Best of 2023: The Double Empathy Problem
The old thinking was that neurotypicals understand us as autistics but that we don’t understand them. Modern research dispels this myth and empathy may be the key. Support the show RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.3 million downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. Instagram Ko-fi, PayPal, Patreon Linktree Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website