Adulting with Autism

• Declutter Your Mind: How Trauma, Neurodivergence, and Emotions Fuel Clutter – with Helen Sanderson

  Hey guys, hey! It’s April—your favorite autistic OT and host of Adulting with Autism, the podcast that believes life skills are sexy and your home should feel like peace, not pressure. In today’s heart-expanding episode, we’re joined by Helen Sanderson, the UK’s leading clutter therapist and author of The Secret Life of Clutter. Helen brings years of therapeutic insight to explore how our outer environments reflect our inner worlds—especially for those with autism, ADHD, and trauma. Whether it’s the laundry chair judging you or a garage full of “I’ll-get-to-it-laters,” Helen helps us reframe clutter as a story of emotional protection, grief, and overwhelm. She shares: 🧠 Why clutter is rarely laziness—and often a trauma response 🛋️ How to begin decluttering without shame or sensory overload 🤝 Tips for managing shared spaces when your partner… just doesn’t get it 🌱 Why neurodivergent-friendly homes must support—not stress—the nervous system ✨ Featured Resources 📚 The Secret Life of Clutter – https://amzn.to/3GU9TNS 🛠️ Explore Helen’s decluttering kits & sanctuary-making tools at helensanderson.com 🧩 Connect With Us & Support the Show! ✨ Follow the podcast on Instagram: @adulting_autism ✨ Follow April: @adulting_autism 💌 Join the newsletter for episode alerts, freebies & behind-the-scenes: Sign Up Here 📲 Subscribe, rate & leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps others find our neurodivergent-friendly space and keeps this mission going. So grab your drink of choice (no judgment), and let’s welcome Helen Sanderson to the Adulting with Autism podcast. Let’s clear the clutter—in our homes and our hearts. 💛

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• Unmasking Authenticity: Healing, Identity & Faith with Rev. Jocelyn Jones | Autism, Trauma & Emotional Wellness

  Hey there, beautiful soul! 🌟 Ready for a raw and powerful conversation that will inspire you to show up as your authentic self? In this episode of Adulting with Autism, we sit down with Reverend Jocelyn Jones—author, speaker, ordained minister, and founder of Faith on the Journey—as she takes us on a transformative journey through faith, identity, emotional healing, and the courage to remove the mask. 💬 Topics We Cover: Breaking free from societal and cultural masking Navigating life as a Black woman with autism Healing childhood trauma and confronting generational pain Reclaiming your identity through Christ and self-awareness Growing your emotional intelligence and learning to set boundaries This is for every listener who's ever felt misunderstood, pressured to perform, or disconnected from their true self. Whether you're neurodivergent, navigating grief, or rethinking your faith—you belong here. 📚 Grab Jocelyn’s Book 👉 Breaking the Power of the Mask – Amazon Affiliate Link 📘 Download Her Free Healing Workbook 👉 JocelynJJones.com ☕ Support the Podcast 👉 Buy Me a Coffee 🔗 Stay Connected: 🎧 Subscribe: Adulting With Autism on Apple, Spotify, Podbean & more 📲 IG: @adulting_autism 📲 Follow Jocelyn: @jocelynjjonesofficial 🌐 Website: www.jocelynjjones.com ✨ Don't forget to rate, follow, and share this episode to help others on their healing and identity journey. Your story isn’t over—it's just getting real.

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• Living With Hyperthymesia: Frank Healy on Healing, Memory, and Mental Health

  Hey guys, hey – happy Wednesday! I’m April, your favorite autistic OT and host of Adulting with Autism – the podcast where life skills are sexy, healing is real, and neurodivergent voices finally get the mic. Whether you're a parent guiding your autistic young adult or you're that young adult figuring it out one meltdown and meme at a time, this is your judgment-free zone to laugh, learn, and level up. 🧠💬 In today’s episode, we’re diving deep with Frank Healy, one of only 100 people on the planet diagnosed with hyperthymesia—aka he remembers every single day of his life since age six. Yep. Every. Single. Day. From '60s Batman episodes to heartbreaks and healing, Frank’s memory is like Google Calendar with emotional receipts. 🎙️ What we unpacked with Frank: How to release emotional baggage tied to traumatic memories Why healing your past matters more than hiding it How to break free from the victim mindset and reclaim your narrative The science of memory, self-talk, and mental wellness Why journaling is still free, effective, and totally underrated (seriously—just try it) If your brain feels overloaded—in a good way—you’re not alone. ✨ Let’s keep this neuro-spicy conversation going. 💡 Mentioned in this episode: 📘 Heal Your Memories, Change Your Life – Support the show by using our Amazon affiliate link here ☕ Love the podcast? Fuel it with a Buy Me a Coffee 💬 Join our free https://linktr.ee/adultingwithautism 📢 Adulting with Autism is now in the Top 50 on Apple Podcasts (Education)—let’s break the top 15 and shake up a system that still isn’t talking enough about autistic adults. Smash that follow on Podbean or your favorite podcast app, and please leave a 5-star review on Apple if you cried, healed, or laughed harder than expected. 👉 Share this episode with someone who overthinks everything (you know the one) – because healing doesn't mean erasing the memory, just releasing the emotion. Until next time, keep adulting with autism, and remember—emotions don’t expire, but healing is always an option.   ✨ We believe in real stories, real conversations, and real change. If you think your journey could inspire autistic young adults or their families, I’d love to hear from you.

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• Breaking Free from Fear: Eric Simpson’s Journey from Corporate Life to Bold Living

  Feeling stuck in fear? You're not alone — and this episode with life coach Eric Simpson will help you break free. After leaving a high-powered corporate job in the U.S., Eric took a leap of faith (literally — he skydives!) and rebuilt his life in the U.K., helping others conquer fear and design bold, fulfilling lives. If you're autistic, ADHD, or neurodivergent, and fear keeps blocking your next step, this episode is your permission slip to dream bigger. We unpack how to reframe fear, shift your mindset, and take bold action—even if the first step feels impossible. 🧠✨ We’re now ranked Top 15 on Apple Podcasts in Education — let’s raise more autistic and neurodivergent voices together. Eric Simpson's Website https://www.facebook.com/eric.simpson.58323431 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWcA5AmAn5aWarLh5DIktyw https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericmsimpson/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ericsimpsoncoaching 🔥 Affiliate Bonus & Community Links: 🎁 Join our Discord for giveaways and behind-the-scenes chats: https://linktr.ee/adultingwithautism ☕ Love the show? Fuel it at Buy Me a Coffee:  👉 Follow, rate, and review so we can keep amplifying real conversations that matter.

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• The Science of Healing: Dr. Robert Melillo on Autism, Brain Balance & Neurodevelopment Breakthroughs

  Hey guys, hey! 💛 It’s the final day of our 30 Days of Content celebrating Autism Awareness and OT Month, and we’re closing things out with a true pioneer in the field: Dr. Robert Melillo. Dr. Melillo is the author of Disconnected Kids, co-founder of Brain Balance Achievement Centers, creator of the Melillo Method®, and host of the Everything Brain podcast. With over 35 years of experience as a clinician, researcher, and professor, he’s helped transform how we understand and support neurological development in both children and adults. 🎧 In this episode, we discuss: The brain-body connection in autism, ADHD, OCD & more Why brain imbalances—not damage—are often the root issue How the Melillo Method helps retrain the brain non-invasively What makes Disconnected Kids a timeless resource Insights for autistic adults seeking brain-based interventions Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, OT, or neurodivergent adult—this conversation is full of scientific insight and genuine hope. 📘 Grab the updated edition of Disconnected Kids → https://amzn.to/4jRhYkI 🧠 Learn more about Dr. Melillo’s work: DrRobertMelillo.com 📱 Follow him @DrRobertMelillo on all major platforms 📩 Contact: [email protected] | 📞 (516) 398-3454 🎧 Listen to The Melillo Method Podcast: Everything Brain 🎉 Join our Discord Giveaway! 💬 Be the 1,000th member and win a $100 Visa gift card + exclusive merch → https://linktr.ee/adultingwithautism ☕ Love this content? Support the show at BuyMeACoffee.com/AdultingAutism and help us keep going strong. Every bit goes to content, community, and caffeination. 😉 🗓️ We’re now back to our regular schedule—new episodes every Wednesday and Saturday. Thank you for joining us during this incredible month. Your support made this possible. Until next time... Keep adulting. Keep growing. And keep believing in your brain. 🧠💛

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