*Apologies in advance for random keyboard tapping sounds (was feeling very stimmy while recording this)

In this episode I give an insight to what's been going on in my life, recent reflections involving dating as an autistic person and the upcoming plans for this podcast

Enjoy :)

In this episode I talk with Matt Lowry from "The Autistic Culture" podcast. We discuss his personal Matt's personal autism journey, his work as a practicioner working with autistic kids and teens, as well as his work with advocacy and podcasting

In this episode I talk about the experience of having paralyzing bouts of anxiety as an autistic person and projecting very negative thoughts on to situations that turn out to not be as severe as they can feel like

In this episode I give an in depth explanation of some common terms such as "Neurodiversity" and "Neurodivergent", in order to clear up some of the confusion I see out there, even amongst fellow neurokin

In this episode, I give an update on why I have been absent lately and some ideas I have been having regarding the future of this podcast.

In this episode, my friend X and I discuss sleep and the inherent difficulties many neurodivergent people face when trying to establish a routine that works for them.

Attached below are resources and links mentioned throughout the episode:

- The Neuroscience of Sleep and its Disorders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-AFJDcoeZA&list=PL_Sk6QhBQ1okzwlQaT10uRHQbiAq5kC5K

- The Overlooked Connection Between ADHD and Sleep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Eb-0VYN0k8&t=7s

- Sleepwalk With Me: https://open.spotify.com/album/2Eawhb5HaFqFAARajud7hu

- Sleep Problems & ADHD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuHLAzCc5_M

- Lavender sleep spray: https://www.thisworks.com/products/deep-sleep-pillow-spray-75ml?srsltid=AfmBOoqmC3MvfeL5hvx8_jQ0jUGMctWtmcO_gNPpa9JG0W2UEK1Su-AX

- Eucalyptus sheets: https://ethicalbedding.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwu-63BhC9ARIsAMMTLXQ9vPxW0mOeCNK1IQXw2fdyjh2g18dSGzT-FkKxMxMby9hVT7bW_qcaAlYMEALw_wcB

In this episode I talk with Joanne Seymon about the story behind "Kaiko Fidgets", a fidget tool company that Joanne and her son Kai founded together. Joanne and I also talk about how fidget tools can be essential for hyperactive kids and adults who may struggle with self harm or simply need self stimulation in order to focus or regulate sensory input

*Check out the Kaiko Fidgets website through the link below :)

https://kaikofidgets.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopbP36vHFtzRiA0OeqBESq3tSOw-RBa6y2cJM68xDWgzhMn_t6m

In this episode, my friend and Autism Career Pathways founder Maisie Soetantyo joins me for a conversation about Autism representation in TV and films. We talk about representations we've liked, things we haven't liked and what we feel can be done better in the future.

In this episode I talk about some exciting upcoming projects I'm working on and a quick reminder on the history of the neurodiversity movement.

*We must always remember everyone's experience with neurodiversity is different, some people are more disabled by their neurotype and require more support than others

In this episode I talk about the autistic experience of smiling when feeling overwhelmed or anxious regarding certain situations, particularly when it comes to interactions with other people.