Autism From An Autistic

Neurodivergence, neuroqueering, and neurofuturism

Lilipadding Through Autistic Burnout: A Practical Guide to Rehabilitation

Autistic burnout is a profound exhaustion stemming from unmet societal expectations. It manifests as brain fog, physical depletion, and loss of coping strategies. The concept of lilipadding emphasizes small, manageable steps toward recovery, allowing individuals to navigate their journeys without shame. This practice promotes self-acceptance and healing within societal constraints.

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Living Between Lilipads: A Philosophy For Neurodivergent Thriving (Part 1)

For Autistic and otherwise neurodivergent people, life often feels like an endless demand to leap; from one task to another, from one conversation to the next, from one state of being into another that feels jarringly alien. And yet, life itself is nothing but transitions. Every breath is a transition. Every thought, every heartbeat, every…

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