Join Sabrina, Kade, and our guest Olivia Belknap, AMFT, as we discuss autistic medical challenges, medical self-advocacy, and more! Many of us are more sensitive to meds, need support conveying what we mean to providers, struggle with providers who think we’re malingering or exaggerating our experiences, and could use extra tips in navigating complex medical systems. We’re sharing our tips and tricks, as well as validating that it’s not always an “us problem”! Long COVID, autonomic struggles, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, and other common health challenges for autistic people are discussed.

On Hit Me Again, our exclusive guest bonus content on Patreon, we’ll be diving even deeper into self-advocacy, especially for folks with medical trauma, and how to navigate getting “fired” by a doctor when you really need care. We’ll pay special attention to folks who are struggling with ovary-related health issues, too: PCOS, PMDD, endometriosis, and more.

Olivia Belknap at www.oliviabelknaptherapy.com and @oliviabelknaptherapy on Instagram

To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys

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Sabrina at www.radicalingingishtsconsulting.com or @radicalinsightsconsulting on social media (FB, IG)

Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)

In the 7th episode of the Aces Up Your Sleeve podcast, we discuss the complexities of Family Meal Time, especially for folks with dietary restrictions and sensory needs. We’re highlighting the importance of self-advocacy, communication, and setting boundaries to navigate family dynamics during the holidays. The conversation also touches on coping strategies for dealing with uncomfortable comments from family members and the significance of prioritizing mental health over traditional expectations. We cover this for both teens and adults. Join us to hear all of our tips, tricks, and ideas to navigate holiday meals with family!

On our Patreon series of Upping the Ante bonus content, we discuss how to talk politics and what to do when it comes to disordered eating challenges at family meals.

Find more content on Patreon (18+): www.patreon.com/AcesUpYourSleevePodcast

To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys

Find more content on Patreon (18+): www.patreon.com/AcesUpYourSleevePodcast

Sabrina at www.radicalingingishtsconsulting.com or @radicalinsightsconsulting on social media (FB, IG)

Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)

You may know her as the neurodivergent teen expert, but today we’re joined by Jamie Roberts, LMFT, talking about all things dating! We cover how to pick a dating app and how to deal with the exhaustion that comes with engaging on the apps, giving some tried and true tips & tricks. We also discuss how to date when you have limited time (with a focus on single parents.) 

And we answer the increasingly common question on everyone’s mind: “What deity must I conjure to find an Autistic woman willing to live in Indiana?” If you’re stuck in a dating rut, about to get back in the dating scene, or want to know what other autistic & AuDHD folks are doing, you won’t want to miss our 6th episode!

Jamie Roberts at www.neuropebble.com and @neuropebble on social media

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Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)

Our fifth episode is all about navigating Competing Sensory Needs! Neurodivergent sensory needs are real and valid - so how do we support each other when ours all differ? We’ll be sharing about the importance of compromise, strategic communication, and understanding sensory needs. We go further than just different sensory needs and talk about varied “love languages” and communication needs too, providing ideas for communication techniques to support each other. Whether it’s family, friends, a partner, or an extracurricular group, we’ve got you covered!

On Upping the Ante bonus content over on Patreon, we talk about competing needs in relation to sexual and romantic partners.

To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys

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Sabrina at www.radicalingingishtsconsulting.com or @radicalinsightsconsulting on social media (FB, IG)

Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)

We cover what autistic teens and kids can do to respond to bullying, how we handle insults, what you can do as a therapist or parent/guardian, and more! Autistic folks often get bullied and it’s hard to know how to fight back- but we need to know we’re not alone. We talk about the power of community and how to cope. 

On Patreon’s Upping the Ante bonus content, we explore our own lived experience around being cyberbullied, stalked, and doxxed and how those have affected us.

School accommodation ideas: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iOj9EAboD-ekOGyr_Rz1ThPNWJxwHM859AMOQDzMHt8/copy

To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys

Find more content on Patreon (18+): www.patreon.com/AcesUpYourSleevePodcast

Sabrina at www.radicalingingishtsconsulting.com or @radicalinsightsconsulting on social media (FB, IG)

Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)

It’s time for our third episode: Am I Asexual or Autistic? We’re answering some questions about how to know if you’re “asexual or just autistic” - and the answers might surprise you! We give tips on how to explore your sexuality and we normalize different ways to be sexual and engage with others. (Check out our next post here on Patreon to hear more about our journeys to figuring out we’re on the asexuality spectrum!)

Life is a journey of self-discovery and there's no such thing as normal!

We'd love to know: What societal norms have you thrown out??

To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys

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Sabrina at www.radicalingingishtsconsulting.com or @radicalinsightsconsulting on social media (FB, IG)

Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)

Oops! I did a mistake and uploaded the Upping the Ante bonus content instead of the regular episode this week, we're all fixed now but if you think you listened to this episode it's time to listen again! 

Welcome to our second episode: Coping with Seasonal Transitions! We’re answering how we get through Fall, what we’re looking forward to, and how to navigate socializing as the weather changes. (Special attention is given to autistic sensory needs, of course.) You'll hear about disability accommodations, the disgusting reason public pools have fees, and what to do if you're trapped indoors due to weather!

Glad you could check in with us! What's your favorite way to socialize in autumn? Best solo activities?

To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys

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Sabrina at www.radicalingingishtsconsulting.com or @radicalinsightsconsulting on social media (FB, IG)

Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)

Check out our first episode: Autistic Baggage! That’s a literal title; today we’re exploring backpacks, purses, and plushies. We talk about the benefits of backpacks, stigma around carrying your comfort items with you in public, and the connection opportunities that come with bringing your items everywhere! Over on our Patreon we'll also be posting our Upping the Ante bonus conversation about backpack significance in queer culture and the role that stuffed animals play in kink.

ThinkGeek Bag of Holding: https://www.rollacrit.com/products/rollacrit-messenger-bag-of-holding

Thanks for hanging out with us! What's your perfect bag or backpack??

To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys

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Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)

Get ready, new episodes coming soon! 

And remember, we want to hear from YOU! Go to neurokink.org/ayus to share your story or ask us a question which we might answer on the air! 

To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys

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Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)

Get ready for a new podcast focused on autistic relationships of all kinds! 

To ask us questions, fill out the form at www.neurokink.org/auys

Find more content on Patreon (18+): www.patreon.com/AcesUpYourSleevePodcast

Sabrina at www.radicalingingishtsconsulting.com or @radicalinsightsconsulting on social media (FB, IG)

Kade at www.cryptidlearns.com or @cryptidlearns on social media (FB, IG)