Introduction Many communication breakdowns are not about lack of effort, care, or intention. They are about differences in how people understand each other’s thoughts, feelings, and perspectives. This is where the concept of theory of mind in autism becomes essential. When we understand how individuals track (or don’t track) what others know, feel, or expect, we begin to see tha...

In many relationships, there comes a moment when things are not clearly defined. What are we? Where is this going? Are we moving toward something long-term… or not? For some, these questions sit in the background—uncomfortable, but tolerable. Over time, the relationship unfolds and answers emerge. For others, that space of not knowing can feel intensely dysregulating. The Pull T...

Understanding Relationship Resilience Across Neurotypes One of the concerns I hear frequently from autistic individuals is this: “What if I say or do the wrong thing and ruin the relationship?” This question often carries a lot of weight. It reflects not only a desire to connect, but also a fear that connection is fragile… that one misstep might undo everything. And that makes s...