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Understanding Autistic Individuals Beyond Labels
If you’ve ever looked at another autistic child and thought, "Why does it seem easier for them?" Or maybe you've wondered, "Why does no...
Staci Neustadt
Apr 24, 20251 min read


When You’re Both Frustrated: What Happens Next Matters Most
Ever felt like you're the only one trying to hold it together—while everything around you feels like it’s falling apart? Whether you're a...
Staci Neustadt
Apr 17, 20251 min read


How Do YOU Handle Change?
Some people leap into change with excitement. Others need time to warm up. Some cautiously observe first. And many resist it—especially...
Staci Neustadt
Apr 10, 20252 min read


Why Can’t They Do It Again?
Ever had a moment where an autistic child or client did something perfectly one day—but couldn’t do it again the next? Before you assume...
Staci Neustadt
Mar 27, 20251 min read


Understanding Autism: Why It Matters More Than You Think
Have you ever assumed you knew why an autistic person was reacting a certain way—only to realize later that you completely misunderstood?...
Staci Neustadt
Mar 20, 20251 min read


"Attention-Seeking"
Are they just trying to get attention? Or are they telling us something important? When a child drags their hand along the wall, knocks...
Staci Neustadt
Mar 13, 20251 min read


Survivor and Autism?
Stay with me—what you're about to see is important, and I want you to be ready for it. Self-awareness and advocacy are two of the most...
Staci Neustadt
Mar 6, 20251 min read


WHY????
Would you consider yourself as someone who likes "control?" I know when my life feels out of control, I definitely try to control things...
Staci Neustadt
Feb 27, 20252 min read


When Words Fail: Why the Brain Can’t Communicate and Feel at the Same Time
Have you ever watched an autistic child in distress and wondered why they “refuse” to use their words? Why, in moments of frustration,...
Staci Neustadt
Feb 20, 20251 min read


💜 Love Through an Autistic Lens
What Does Love Really Mean? For many, love is a feeling—expressed through words, hugs, or gifts. But what if those expressions don’t...
Staci Neustadt
Feb 14, 20251 min read


Are We Misunderstanding Autistic Strengths?
For years, professionals have been trained to focus on deficits when working with autistic individuals. What’s "wrong"? What "needs...
Staci Neustadt
Feb 6, 20252 min read


My Story - Susan Golubock
This is my story about how commonly accepted implicit biases impact on individuals that society judges to be disabled. This is also a...
Staci Neustadt
Feb 4, 20255 min read


Why Gaining Attention Matters in the Classroom
If you’re an educator working with autistic students, you’ve probably experienced this challenge: 🔹 You give an instruction, but the...
Staci Neustadt
Jan 29, 20251 min read
From Ted...
What supports do you wish you had growing up? As an adult that wasn't diagnosed until my mid 30s, I wish there had been more screening in...
Staci Neustadt
Jan 29, 20251 min read


Just Right Learning & Fear of Failure
Imagine this: you ask a student or your child to try something new. Instead of excitement or engagement, they freeze, shut down, or...
Staci Neustadt
Jan 23, 20252 min read
Offer Support, Not Blame
How often do we respond with frustration or blame when things don’t go as expected? For autistic individuals, this response can feel...
Staci Neustadt
Jan 15, 20251 min read


Driving Change in Autism Support for 2025
As we step into 2025, we’re excited to share our vision for creating meaningful change in how autism is understood and supported. At...
Staci Neustadt
Jan 8, 20251 min read
Rethinking Social Communication:
How Simple Shifts Can Strengthen Your Connection with Autistic Individuals You know that trying to change autistic communication isn’t...
Staci Neustadt
Nov 13, 20241 min read
Susan’s Journey to Self-Understanding & Advocacy
Imagine spending years trying to connect with the people around you, only to feel like you’re speaking a different language. Now, imagine...
Staci Neustadt
Nov 6, 20242 min read


Finding the Balance: Compassion and Accountability in Supporting Autistic Children
As caregivers, therapists, and educators, we often feel torn between compassion and setting firm boundaries when supporting autistic...
Staci Neustadt
Oct 30, 20242 min read
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