Things (Some) Autistic People Do: 15 Quirks You Didn't Know You Have

Mom on the Spectrum β€’ May 17, 2024
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Hi, I’m Taylor. I'm a late-diagnosed autistic mom, creator, and educator learning how to live more gently while getting to know my neurodivergent brain. I found out I was autistic at 31, and suddenly many of my repeated struggles made sense. That relief and clarity is something I wish I could give to anyone who has been wondering why life feels different for you. This channel is where we work through shame, drop the mask, and connect with people who understand how overwhelming this process can be. Whether you’re late-diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or still exploring, you’re welcome here exactly as you are. πŸŽ₯ ⭐️ New videos premiere most Wednesdays at 2 PM CT. If you’re wanting more of that feeling of being seen, my Connection Groups are a space for honest conversation and genuine support (links below). I’m not a doctor, just a human sharing lived experience. Please talk with your healthcare provider before making medical decisions based on anything you see here.

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In this video I’m sharing a compiled list of quirky autistic experiences from my shorts series: Things (Some) Autistic People Do. This is a generalized list and may not apply to all autistic people. It’s just a fun way to connect with the community! Scroll down for timestamps.πŸ‘‡ *This list is not a diagnostic tool.* 🚨🚨🚨 JOIN FREE πŸ‘‰ Mom on the Spectrum Online Community: https://mots.circle.so/checkout/mom-on-the-spectrum-community-membership Join a support group for Autistic Adults, Find Your People!: https://taylorheaton.as.me/schedule/72a3ecc1 πŸ™€πŸŒŸ RESOURCES πŸŒŸπŸ•Ί Download my 🟣 🟑 FREE Ultimate Guide to Understanding Autism 🟑 🟣 HERE πŸ‘‰: https://taylorheaton.gumroad.com/l/autism-dictionary πŸ’» 🎭 ONLINE COURSE How to Unmask https://www.momonthespectrum.life/how-to-unmask πŸ—‚ FREE Big Autistic Resource Guide (BARG): https://taylorheaton.gumroad.com/l/barg πŸ–₯ Mom on the Spectrum website: https://www.momonthespectrum.life More Mom on the Spectrum Videos: https://www.youtube.com/momonthespectrum ❀️ 🧑 πŸ’› MY FAVORITE THINGS πŸ’š πŸ’™ πŸ’œ ONO Fidget Roller (affiliate link): http://bit.ly/3xLZnQY (use code: MOMONTHESPECTRUM for 10% off at checkout) Flare Earbuds for Sensory Overwhelm (affiliate link): https://www.flareaudio.com/momonthespectrum Manta Weighted Sleep Mask (affiliate link): http://bit.ly/3n3l64I (use code: MOMONTHESPECTRUM for 10% off at checkout) Weighted pillow (affiliate link): https://www.onequietmind.com/?ref=taylor_heaton (Use code: MOMONTHESPECTRUM for 15% off your order) πŸ’ƒβ­οΈ FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA 🀠🎢 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylor_heaton_ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylor_heaton_ ⏰ TIMESTAMPS Things SOME (not all) autistic people do 😜 (2:32) We like secret thumb holes in clothing (or we create our own). (3:26) We don’t like being asked to identify our β€œfavorite” anything… except maybe color. (4:56) We speak in paragraphs rather than sentences. (5:36) We are skeptical of marketing strategies. (7:26) We have trouble navigating group conversations. (9:09) We have very specific lighting preferences. (9:52) We hate getting our hands sticky or messy or wet. (11:07) We struggle with the specificity of language and interpret things literally. (12:27) We ask a ton of questions. (13:37) We experience the β€œstand there awkwardly phenomenon.” (14:26) We are overwhelmed with the pain scale question. (15:35) We have trouble understanding expectations. (16:38) We tend to work with uneven productivity. (18:18) We have covert stims. (19:32) We are keenly aware of being β€œperceived” and it often makes us uncomfortable. πŸ“¬ BUSINESS ADDRESS: Taylor Heaton 8901 Tehama Ridge Parkway, Suite 127 PMB 680 Fort Worth, TX 76177 πŸ“§ Business inquiries: [email protected] πŸ‘πŸ» FREE πŸ‘πŸ» WAYS TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT 🦾 πŸŸ₯ SUBSCRIBE to the channel 🟧 LIKE the videos that are helpful to you 🟨 COMMENT in the comment section 🟩 Click the β€œbell” to be notified when I release new videos DISCLAIMER: Taylor Heaton is not a licensed psychologist or specialist healthcare professional. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. Please note that Taylor can’t take any responsibility for the results of your actions, nor any harm or damage you suffer as a result of the use, or non-use of the information available through her website, YouTube Channel, or social media accounts. Please use judgment and conduct due diligence before taking any action or implementing any plan or practice suggested or recommended by Taylor Heaton or Mom on the Spectrum. Please note that Taylor doesn't make any guarantees about the results of the information you may apply from her website, YouTube channel, and/or social media accounts. Taylor shares educational and informational resources that are intended to help you succeed in navigating life as an autistic adult. You nevertheless need to know that your outcome will be the result of your own efforts, your particular situation, and innumerable other circumstances beyond Taylor's knowledge and control. Taylor is an Amazon affiliate and may receive commissions on qualifying purchases from affiliate links. Taylor is a Flare affiliate and may receive commissions on qualifying purchases from Flare links. 🌿🌿🌿🌿🌿 You are a beautiful person worthy of love! #latediagnosedautistic #momonthespectrum #autisticadult

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