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so you think you’re autistic - a starter pack

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as an AuDHDer myself, I looooove sharing all the goodies that have helped me grow in my autistic identity 🫶🏻
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bookssss

 
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if I had any suggestions you take, it would be to start here!
Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity|Hardcover
 
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title says it all!
Divergent Mind: Thriving in a World That Wasn't Designed for You
 
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different, not less ❤️ a lived experience guide
Different, Not Less: A neurodivergent's guide to embracing your true self and ...
 
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a candid, magnified look at autistic roots across society & history
Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity
 
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autism & burnout - yeesh, this book is a BIG help
Autistic Burnout Recovery: Your Guide to Your Personal Recovery Plan
 
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sometimes our nervous systems need something a bit different than we’d expect
Self-Care for Autistic People: 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-Stress, and Unmask!|Hardcover
 
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want some hands-on guidance? this guide is for you
The Autistic Burnout Workbook: Your Guide to Your Personal Recovery Plan
 
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coping skills galore!
Neurodivergent Friendly Workbook of DBT Skills

sensory safety gadgets

 
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WE STAND LOOPS, 10 toes down!!! my personal fav - the quiet 😴
Loop Quiet: Noise Reduction for Deep Sleep
 
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an affordable noice cancelling headphone from amazon - these are my tried and true!
Srhythm Nc25 Noise Cancelling Headphones
 
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weight & pressure soothe the nervous system, precious plushies soothe the inner child 🫶🏻
Weighted Stuffed Animals
 
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autistics tend to pick at our skin or hair or clothes - these rings are a great accommodation (and sooo satisfying as a pain stim fidget!)
Kikkerland Acupressure Rings 3 Pack
 
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like a weighted plushie, but a blanket 🤩
Shaggy Faux Fur Weighted Blanket 15 lbs for Adult, Soft Luxury Fuzzy Long Fur Heavy Blanket Throw for Twin/Full Size Bed and Couch - 48"×72", Cream White - Walmart.com

online resources/creators

 
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best site EVER for all things neurodivergent
Neurodivergent Insights
 
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lots of autistic lived experience insight on this page
Lou🌈 ♾ | Autism (@neurodivergent_lou) • Instagram photos and videos
 
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finch app helps you organize your day, meet self-care needs, and self soothe - OH AND YOU GET TO RAISE A BABY BIRB
Finch - Your New Self Care Best Friend
 
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need a lil helper to get those big tasks done? goblin tools is the way to go!
Goblin Tools
 
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want to know more? check out a provider on this directory - they’ve gotcha 🫶🏻
Neurodivergent Therapist Directory