Why Autistic Burnout Needs to Be Taken Seriously—By Everyone

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Autistic burnout is not a buzzword. It’s not an excuse. And it’s certainly not “just stress.” It’s a deeply debilitating, often invisible experience that impacts millions of autistic adults—yet remains under recognized in workplaces, healthcare systems, and even among family and friends. In Embracing Self-Care for Autistic Burnout: Your comprehensive resource for managing autistic burnout, […]

From Surviving to Thriving: How Lifestyle Changes Can Improve Burnout Outcomes

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Autistic burnout often feels like a life on pause—just surviving each day, energy gone, motivation buried, joy hard to reach. But what if recovery wasn’t just about survival, but also about transformation? Small lifestyle changes—when made intentionally and with compassion—can move you from barely coping to finally thriving. In Embracing Self-Care for Autistic Burnout: Your […]

Warning Signs You Might Be Heading Toward Burnout

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Autistic burnout rarely happens overnight. It’s more like a slow erosion of energy, functioning, and emotional resilience—one that’s often ignored until it becomes overwhelming. Recognizing the early signs of burnout is one of the most powerful tools an autistic adult can have. In Embracing Self-Care for Autistic Burnout: Your comprehensive resource for managing autistic burnout, […]