triggers and soothers
Self-Care: Navigating Trust
In this installment of the Summer of Self-Care series, Dr. Jessica Hicksted and Philip explore Navigating Trust, focusing on how Autistic Adults set and honor boundaries, say no, and recognize online red flags. They discuss trusting one’s instincts, addressing societal biases, and finding safe spaces for self-care and support. The episode builds on previous talks about boundaries and the power of pause, offerin...
Overlapping Triggers & Soothers in Autistic Relationships
Go to todaysautisticmoment.com for the transcripts. Each Autistic individual has their unique blend of what triggers or soothes them. Subjects that trigger the fight or flight response. Sensory needs such as loud music is your partner's soother, but it is your trigger. Watching the same TV show over and over again is your soother, but it is your partner's trigger. You are Autistic and ADHD, your sooth...