The Thrive Autism Coaching Blog

Exploring the benefits of home organization and some strategies autistic people with executive functioning challenges can try!

An detailed primer on autistic shutdowns, the signs, how to prevent them, and more, plus how to support someone in shutdown shame-free.

A deep dive into imposter syndrome in neurodivergent adults, how they interconnect, and different ways to mitigate it.

Let's talk about shame in the context of neurodiversity and how you or someone you know can conquer shame and its many challenges!

The truth about eye contact in autistic adults, plus how to make eye contact -- or what you can do instead when it's just too much.

An exploration of the concept of the energy "spoon count" for autistic adults, and how to conserve and increase it in today's world!

Clients who come to me feeling broken are unaware they have a Formula 1 race car in their brain, but they've been handed the operator's manu

Autistic inertia is a somewhat hidden feature of autism that can significantly impact the quality of life of those affected.

Internalized ableism. Why it matters, how it affects the autistic community, and what we can do to overcome it.

In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of the double empathy problem. We will examine its roots, discuss its implications, an

Many with autism have sleep problems as adults. Gain insights into the connection between autism and sleep problems along with tips to impro

Understanding Autistic Burnout in Adults

What is gender and how does it define us? Read this post to learn what the gender spectrum is and how it influences our identities.

Explore what connects autism and alexithymia and discover the overlapping characteristics of these conditions and how alexithymia can impact

Explore interoception's role in daily life, especially for neurodivergent individuals, and learn why this lesser-known sense is crucial for

Learn about ways that autistic adults can improve their quality of life.

Learn the different ways humans have discussed autism and neurodivergence, from the medical and social models of disability to the neurodive

Learn what pathological demand avoidance (PDA) is, PDA symptoms in adults, and how to support and deal with PDA in adults who match this pro

Explore the complex relationship between autism and perfectionism and learn to embrace imperfection for a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Learn what options exist for taking a gap year in addition to the benefits that come from taking one. Discover a gap year program that works