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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Nov 8, 2022 · 5 min
Awake at 3 a.m.
If you’re autistic you DO have trouble staying asleep. Thoughts race, blankets get scratchy, dehydration sets in. Or that’s what it feels like when your brain comes up with reasons to be awake at 3 a.m. 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 31, 2022 · 20 min
Sleep Deprivation
Are you getting enough REM and deep sleep or do you drag around most of the day? You might be experiencing sleep deprivation, a common complaint among autistics. Listen to this eye-opening episode. 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 22, 2022 · 9 min
Executive and Cognitive Function Part 2
When you have trouble getting started it may be due to executive functioning. Autistics have cognitive strengths as well. Listen and learn in Part 2. Tell your friends and family about this podcast. Let’s spread the word about what it’s like to be autistic. Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. 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 14, 2022 · 12 min
Executive and Cognitive Function
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! Tell your friends and family about this podcast. Let’s spread the word about what it’s like to be autistic. Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Slava Ukraine! 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 4, 2022 · 17 min
Comorbidities and Coexisting Disorders
There are a range of conditions that can occur independently and simultaneously with autism. They’re not always diagnosed at the same time. Learn about some common coexisting disorders. Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautisticwoman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman PayPal: info@theautisticwoman.com This is a great autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Now rated in the top 2% globally! I appreciate autistic voices. Here are some other shows you might enjoy: Atypical: The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/atypical-the-podcast/id1616707343 Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel Autism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside 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 26, 2022 · 11 min
Context Sensitivity
Researchers say autistics miss context in communication by taking things literally. Non-autistics often communicate using innuendos and assumptions. Whose responsibility is it to make meaning clear - the speaker or the listener? Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautisticwoman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman PayPal: info@theautisticwoman.com This is a great autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Now rated in the top 2% globally! I appreciate autistic voices. Here are some other shows you might enjoy: Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel Autism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside Atypical: The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/atypical-the-podcast/id1616707343 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 19, 2022 · 14 min
How to Manage Energy
Autistic energy is rarely consistent from day to day. We can’t predict if we’ll wake up energized or dragging. The fluctuating levels can interfere with our lives. Is there a way to manage it? Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautisticwoman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman PayPal: info@theautisticwoman.com This is a great autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Now rated in the top 2% globally! I appreciate autistic voices. Here are some other shows you might enjoy: Adult with Autism https://www.youtube.com/c/AdultwithAutism Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel Autistamatic https://www.youtube.com/c/AutistamaticAutism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside Atypical: The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/atypical-the-podcast/id1616707343 Orion Kelly https://www.youtube.com/c/orionkelly 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 11, 2022 · 13 min
Masking and Imposter Syndrome
Often autistics feel like they have to change themselves to fit in. Masking can take a toll on self-esteem and well-being. Should you take off the mask? Explaining Autism to Family and Friends: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-brain-a-field-guide-to-autism/id1548001224?i=1000574693986 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Q0hiDM9dHSdkZmveOdOZU?si=365d020a067a4cc5 Saying I’m Autistic https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-my-brain-a-field-guide-to-autism/id1548001224?i=1000538012331 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0uiAJRXAqZ20QuumXMTyxo?si=ced0c97585db427d Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautisticwoman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman PayPal: info@theautisticwoman.com This is a great autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Now rated in the top 2% globally! I appreciate autistic voices. Here are some other shows you might enjoy: Adult with Autism https://www.youtube.com/c/AdultwithAutism Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel Autistamatic https://www.youtube.com/c/Autistamatic Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory Autism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside 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 4, 2022 · 7 min
Echolalia and Repeating Words
Echolalia and Repeating Words. It can be a sign of autism or something else. Echolalia might be just a way to learn language. Sound familiar? Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautisticwoman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman PayPal: info@theautisticwoman.com This is a great autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Now rated in the top 2% globally! I appreciate autistic voices. Here are some other shows you might enjoy: Adult with Autism https://www.youtube.com/c/AdultwithAutism Neurodivergent Rebel https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel Autistamatic https://www.youtube.com/c/Autistamatic Woodshed Theory https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory Autism from the Inside https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside Atypical: The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/atypical-the-podcast/id1616707343 Thought Auti https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thoughty-auti-the-autism-mental-health-podcast/id1470689079 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 15, 2022 · 8 min
Hugs
Do you love or avoid hugs? Sensory sensitivities may cause some autistics to feel uncomfortable hugging. There might be a type of hug that works for you. Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautisticwoman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman PayPal: info@theautisticwoman.com This is a great autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Now rated in the top 2% globally! Slava Ukraine! 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 7, 2022 · 15 min
Clumsiness
Clumsiness, lack of coordination, spatial orientation challenges and unsteady gait are often common in autism. Is it dyspraxia? Listen to some real-life examples of what it’s like to be a clumsy autistic. Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautisticwoman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman PayPal: info@theautisticwoman.com This is a great autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Now rated in the top 2% globally! Slava Ukraine! 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 1, 2022 · 12 min
Explaining Autism to Family and Friends
Explaining Autism to Family and Friends - If you’ve tried to talk about autism with others and got an unsatisfying result this episode is for you. This approach might help you get your point across. Please take a moment and rate/review the podcast. It takes seconds to rate it and just a minute to review it. By doing so you help make this content available to more autistics. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautisticwoman.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theautisticwoman PayPal: info@theautisticwoman.com This is a great autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Now rated in the top 2.5% globally! Slava Ukraine! 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 22, 2022 · 22 min
The Predictability Hypothesis
Scientists think one thing is responsible for autistic traits. Learn whether AI, robots and machine learning are the key to finding answers about autism. Get tips on handling the unpredictable. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Twitter: @anautisticwoman.com Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: https://theautisticwoman.com This is the #1 autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Rated in the top 3% globally. Slava Ukraine! 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 11, 2022 · 15 min
Autistic Inertia
In autistics it keeps us stuck, makes us unstoppable and won’t let us change direction. Do you struggle with getting up in the morning, stay in a job you don’t like or focus for hours on a special interest? You’re experiencing inertia. Learn what these three types of inertia look like in autistics. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: theautisticwoman.com This is the #1 autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Rated in the top 3% globally. Slava Ukraine! 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 5, 2022 · 6 min
Being Invisible
It seems that autistics aren’t always seen or heard. Autism can make us feel like we’re invisible. Has this ever happened to you? This might be the reason. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Twitter: @anautisticwoman.com Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: https://theautisticwoman.com This is the #1 autism resource for late-diagnosed autistic adults. Rated in the top 3% globally. Slava Ukraine! 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
Jun 28, 2022 · 10 min
Efficiency
Are autistic brains built to be efficient? Intense focus and conservation of energy may be key to the autistic brain’s efficiency. Listen and decide. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: https://theautisticwoman.com Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Slava Ukraine! YouTube autistic creators: Woodshed Theory: https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory Autistamatic: https://www.youtube.com/c/Autistamatic Neurodivergent Rebel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel 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
Jun 19, 2022 · 9 min
Routine
Routines are considered an autistic trait and even a diagnostic criteria. Are they so bad? The reason autistics use routine may surprise you. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Links to other autistic creators: Adult with Autism: https://www.youtube.com/c/AdultwithAutism Aspergers from the Inside: https://www.youtube.com/c/AspergersfromtheInside Yo Samdy Sam: https://www.youtube.com/c/YoSamdySam I love hearing from you! Contact me here: Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: https://theautisticwoman.com Slava Ukraine! 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
Jun 7, 2022 · 22 min
School
NEW EPISODE! School - No matter how smart an autistic is school can be challenging. Fitting in, bullying, dealing with unexpected questions, communicating with teachers can affect performance. Did you reach your potential in school? Hear one story. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Twitter: @anautisticwoman.com Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: https://theautisticwoman.com Other autistic creators’ shows: https://www.youtube.com/c/Autistamatic https://www.youtube.com/c/NeurodivergentRebel https://www.youtube.com/c/WoodshedTheory 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
May 30, 2022 · 11 min
Creativity
Autistics use patterns and logic to create music, art, architecture; in science, engineering, design and more. Hear how the autistic brain is wired to make the world a more colorful place. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Twitter: @anautisticwoman Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: https://theautisticwoman.com Slava Ukraine! 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
May 23, 2022 · 15 min
After the Diagnosis
What path will unfold after you learn you’re autistic? It may not be a straight line. There are phases or stages of thoughts and feelings that start the day a person learns they're autistic. Hear about the phases you might pass through as you move forward. Support the Show! Rate and review the podcast. It helps make this content available to more autistics. It only takes a few seconds to rate, less than a minute to review. Twitter: @anautisticwoman.com Email: info@theautisticwoman.com Website: https://theautisticwoman.com Slava Ukraine! 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