I’m excited to be back with another round of episodes. Thank you for your patience as I took some time off. If you’re interested in checking out the new Etsy shop I started for my crochet items, you can go to CatsandHatsCrochet.Etsy.com. Also,

Feeling in a Funk

Jun 23rd, 2023 22m 10s

So sorry I was MIA for a bit, I was feeling a overwhelmed and burned out. Trying to get back into podcasting again! Thank you for listening as always. Tell me how you’re doing over on Instagram @autismandouterspace

Unmasking is Hard

May 12th, 2023 31m 53s

In this episode I think out loud about unmasking and how hard it can be. If you find this podcast helpful I’d love it if you would reach out and let me know. You can find me on Instagram @autismandouterspace or email me at autismandouterspace@g

Dissociation, Selective Mutism, and Going Nonverbal… Oh My!

Apr 29th, 2023 33m

Burnout stinks. But I’m back! This episode discusses dissociation and selective mutism/going non verbal, anxiety, and what it feels like. Thank you for listening as always. You can email me at [email protected] and follow my Instagr

But You Don’t Look Autistic…

Apr 8th, 2023 28m 38s

I wanted to talk about this for Autism Acceptance Month. It’s been hard for me to disclose to people that I feel I’ve masked heavily around… but I also don’t want to hide any more. I discuss what masking has looked like for me over the years an

Time to get Vulnerable

Mar 31st, 2023 21m 31s

There are some trigger warnings in this episode, so please listen for those and take care of yourself if you need to. I wasn’t sure if I should publish this, but I value authenticity and vulnerability, so here it goes! Please be kind, thank you

An Autistic at a Conference

Mar 23rd, 2023 33m 28s

Hello! Sorry it’s been a couple weeks! In this episode I talk about what it was like volunteering at a conference and what helped me get through it. The book I mention but can’t remember the title of is Odd Girl Out by Laura James. Please don’t

The Ins and Outs of Alexithymia

Mar 11th, 2023 16m 30s

In this episode I discuss my inner and outer experiences growing up and how Alexithymia played a part in that. Please feel free to reach out to me. You can email me at [email protected] or on Instagram @autismandouterspace

Autism and Anxiety

Feb 28th, 2023 33m 38s

In this episode I talk about anxiety, specially surrounding friendships. If you’d like, follow me Instagram @autismandouterspace. You can also email me at [email protected]

Faux Regulation

Feb 21st, 2023 23m 31s

Dr. Megan Neff (@neurodivergent_researcher) was recently on the ThoughtyAuti Podcast and they talked about the term “faux regulation.” I talk about how I relate to that term. I’d love to hear from you either on my Instagram, @autismandouterspac

Learning to Love Yourself

Feb 14th, 2023 29m 22s

Happy Valentine’s Day friends. This episode is about my journey of learning to love myself and my neurodivergent brain. Please don’t hesitate to reach out: [email protected]

Where Have I Been!?

Feb 10th, 2023 25m 31s

In this episode I talk about why I didn’t record an episode last week. I also talk a bit about friendships and my experience navigating them. Please feel free to email me any time at [email protected]

The Music Therapist

Jan 21st, 2023 40m 46s

In this episode I talk about what it’s been like to be an Autistic music therapist. Thank you for listening! Please feel free to reach out at [email protected]

The Vent

Jan 13th, 2023 15m 31s

This episode is a bit of a vent session, sorry about that! Thank you for listening. Feel free to reach out: [email protected]

The Meltdown

Jan 6th, 2023 29m 38s

In this episode I talk about about autistic meltdowns and sensory overload. A reminder: this podcast is not meant to be used for diagnostic purposes. Please reach out to me at [email protected]

The Mask

Dec 29th, 2022 23m 56s

This episode is about masking and unmasking. I talking about what masking is and how it relates to my experience. In this episode I talk about Embrace Autism, embrace-autism.com. Feel free to email me any time at [email protected]

The Inner Experience

Dec 20th, 2022 25m 1s

I talk about my inner experiences as an autistic person. Alexithymia is difficulty identifying and describing feelings. Please feel free to email me at [email protected]

The Ramble

Dec 15th, 2022 29m 46s

I ramble a bit in this episode, but that’s okay, right? 🤷🏻‍♀️ Im this episode I mention the YouTube channel Woodshed Theory. I highly recommend checking her out. If you would like to reach out to me I’d love to hear from you. Email me at auti

The Lost Child

Dec 8th, 2022 17m 46s

This episode is coming out on a Thursday instead of a Tuesday due to a conflict, sorry it’s a bit late! In this episode I mention Taylor Heaton, Mom on the Spectrum, you can find her on YouTube. If you’d like to reach out to me you can do so by

The List of Shame

Nov 29th, 2022 24m 6s

When I first discovered I was probably Autistic I made this list of all the things about myself that made me feel ashamed. Turns out they could all be explained by Autism, and they weren’t such “bad” traits after all.

Hellos and Introductions

Nov 23rd, 2022 19m 6s

Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. In this episode I (Elyse) introduce myself and give a little background information about myself and why I wanted to start this podcast. Feel free to reach out at [email protected]