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This is a beautiful article from Tiny Buddha by Lori Deschene. The full article is here . I think it ties in with our recent discussions around masking, unmasking, and setting boundaries. And it’s relevant to autistic people as we are often overly sensitive to our own and others’ emotions, even the feelings of animals. And unfortunately, since our reactions are often criticized ...

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As the holidays approach, I find myself holding two truths at once. There can be real sweetness - quiet mornings, familiar rituals, moments of connection - and also a deep sense of strain. For many Autistic people (and neurodivergent families), the holidays are less about celebration and more about endurance. The sensory load, the social expectations, the pressure to emote cheer...

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The holidays can be a time of coziness and companionship or they can be a time of overwhelm and difficulty or a strange mix of both. I recall feeling so distressed when working in a department store thirty years ago and Christmas began before Hallowe'en. Boxes upon boxes of decorations and lights to unpack. A half dozen or more twelve foot themed trees to decorate. Shelves of di...

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