Masking 101: The Hidden Curriculum of Being Socially Acceptable
From rehearsing small talk to decoding office jargon, this irreverent take on masking explores the unspoken rules neurodivergent people navigate daily.
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The Neurotypical Vanishing Act: Or, How to Become Socially Radioactive in One Diagnosis
People donāt run from autism ā they run from their own discomfort about it. This brutally honest and bitingly funny article explores what really happens after you say, āIām autistic,ā and the strange art of being quietly excluded.
The Tyranny of Eye Contact: A Neurodivergent Field Guide
A neurodivergent take on the social minefield of eye contact, masking, and the unfortunate realities of looking anywhere but someoneās faceāincluding, yes, accidental boob stares.
Why Autism Isnāt a Trend ā And Why I Hate the Term āNeurospicyā
An essay on the rise of āneurospicyā as a trend, the misuse of ADHD as a parenting excuse, and why autism is not a quirky personality trait. Written from an autistic perspective.
Console Wars: A Sociological Saga of Plastic, Pixels, and Petty Tribalism
Dive into the sociology of the console wars with an irreverent look at how gaming consoles became tribal totems, identity markers, and the weirdest battlefield of late capitalism.
The Sociology of Small Talk ā Or, Why We All Hate Asking About the Weather
Exploring the awkward world of small talk ā why we do it, why it feels weird, and why neurodivergent people might find it especially baffling. A sociological deep dive into the art of pointless conversation.
Sociology Gone Wild: Theories So Bizarre They Might Actually Explain Everything
From phrenology to TikTok rebellions, explore the most bizarre sociological theories that prove humans can intellectualise anything ā even stripy donkeys and microwaved fish.
Quietly Different
A witty, thoughtful reflection on discovering you’re autistic later in lifeānavigating masking, awkward conversations, and the quiet joy of finally understanding yourself. Weird doesnāt mean wrong.