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What It's Like for Autistic Women to Navigate Social Interactions

Much like most autistic individuals, manoeuvring through the complexities of social interactions can feel like an endurance test for...

Apr 89 min read

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TRAIN OF THOUGHT

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Unfold the Real Story of Autism and Friendship: From Autistic Girl to Woman

Contrary to common belief, making friends isn't as much of a struggle for autistic girls and women because we have our very own brand of...

7 hours ago12 min read

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Voice of an Autistic Woman: From Injury to MSK

Sustaining an injury at home was the last thing I anticipated, as this space has always represented safety and comfort for me. It has...

5 days ago8 min read

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Love, Relationships, and the Autistic Woman Perspective

As an autistic woman, I perceive love and relationships as fundamental aspects of life that should be as simple as ordering dim sum—hold...

Sep 1013 min read

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Autistic-Friendly Dating: Keeping It Light and Fun

I received my autism diagnosis later in life, a story that resonates with many autistic women. This late diagnosis often merely confirms...

Sep 512 min read

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Welcome to Beyond Quirky, where I spill the everyday musings, perspectives and insights as an autistic woman living in two worlds—Asian and Western cultures. I share my experiences, challenges and benefits of my autistic and bicultural identity. It's my cozy corner to explore living the most authentic autistic life—consider it a whimsical guide to navigate the quirks of existence, with a side of humour, of course!

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I recommend this amazing podcast to my fellow aliens: Meet My Autistic Brain by The Autistic Woman. I discovered the talented creator of this podcast, which has helped me recognise my recent experience with autistic burnout and shutdown. This has been especially helpful, considering the many difficulties I've faced in recent months and continue to navigate through the turmoil.

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