holidays

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Keep the Season Bright (Despite Being Light-Sensitive)

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I bring a bag of things to do—a book, a journal and pen, a music player and headphones—for when I need to chill out. If I get too overwhelmed, I take a walk in the cold air. When I take enough breaks to disengage, I can enjoy spending time together with large groups of relatives!

Decorated Christmas tree with presents underneath.

Let Me Stim, Let Me Stim, Let Me Stim

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Let me stim: Holidays mean hanging with folks who might need a gentle reminder about kindness and accommodation for autistic kids and adults, on being nice about understanding autistic behaviors versus assuming naughtiness.

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