Mom on the Spectrum

🤩 Now available: My interview with Rosie Acosta on Headspace!

I am so honored to have been Radio Headspace's first interview over autism. We cover topics like how to support the autistic individuals in your life, the importance of autistic community, how to navigate upsetting conversations happening in the media, and more.

It would mean so much to me if you would show this interview some love via likes, comments, & shares so that Headspace will continue to create more autistic resources and support!

Here are the links to the interview on different platforms:

💻 Youtube (includes video): https://youtu.be/55ilEGf8ARo?si=9dtZ_...

🎵 Spotify (audio only): open.spotify.com/episode/5RcizNjnh7JRdF1qkwG2uH?si…

🎙️ Apple podcasts (audio only): podcasts.apple.com/xk/podcast/autism-unmasking-and…

#autism #audhd #latediagnosedautism #autismsupport #autismresources

4 days ago | [YT] | 109

Mom on the Spectrum

It’s here! The 10th edition of the Big Autistic Resource Guide is officially live - and it’s FREE to download.

I originally created this guide to spotlight autistic-owned businesses and creators. A few years (and hundreds of your submissions) later, it’s grown into a 48-page powerhouse of books, soaps, services, art, coaching, tools, and more. Basically: if you want to support the autistic community, especially with holiday gifts, this is the place to start.

👉 Grab your copy here: taylorheaton.gumroad.com/l/barg?layout=profile (just enter "0" at checkout to download for free)

💓 Taylor

#audhd #autism #latediagnosedautistic #autismresources #autismeducation #autismsupport

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 391

Mom on the Spectrum

Join me today, Wednesday November 19 for a double feature:

👉 New video @ 2 PM CT: The Future is Slow: Why Autistic Rhythms Are the Key to a Sustainable Life https://youtu.be/zk8H-JpQDGQ?si=Q5Nfz...

👉 Mental Health Check-In (immediately following video premiere ~2:35 PM CT) youtube.com/live/uuax0xSPbCQ?si=kes1IiuzWJdBy8e8 (comments and ads turned off - just an opportunity to slow down and connect back to yourself)

#autism #audhd #latediagnosedautistic

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 138

Mom on the Spectrum

Two things:

1) New MOTS videos will now post on Wednesdays at 2 PM CT (previously 3 PM CT)

and

2) Each new video will be followed by a Mental Health Check-In. This will be a livestream where comments, chat, and ads are turned off. I will gently guide viewers through mindfulness practices designed to help you feel centered and grounded.

My hope is that together we can collectively learn to slow down and be present. I invite you to join me and stay curious about how your life might change with a simple practice such as this.

Here are this week's links:

New video: Subconscious Ways Autistic Women Mask (Wed at 2 PM CT) https://youtu.be/hLi2fEaOgqU?si=4qLKV...

Mental Health Check In (Wed @ 2:22 PM CT)
youtube.com/live/nBJnoOvtmzY?si=gnvCgQyLbZRoBGDS

If you can't join live, it's not a problem at all. Everything will be immediately available for replay.

Sending love and good vibes,

Taylor

#autism #audhd #autisticsupport #autismresources #mindfulness

1 month ago | [YT] | 141

Mom on the Spectrum

Loneliness can be quite common during the holidays, and if you're currently experiencing this, you're not alone.

Connection Groups are a place where you can connect with other autistic adults weekly around shared experiences like living with chronic pain, parenting with autism, and budgeting our energy.

👉 You can learn more about how Connection Groups work as well as when we meet through this link: momonthespectrum.life/community

Scholarships are available. To apply, please 1) Visit the link above to familiarize yourself with the group meeting times and make sure it aligns with your availability 2) Fill out this form: www.momonthespectrum.life/scholarship-submission-f…

Here's what people are saying about Connection Groups:

“This was the most neurodiversity friendly experience I’ve ever had.”
— A.P.

“Being in this group is helping me reclaim a lot of my quirks and qualities that made me happy and were expressions of who I am. ”
— Sarah

“I got a level of validation and acceptance from my connection group that I hadn’t been getting from either my Autism focused therapist or even trusted loved ones. You get to come exactly as you are because it’s a space that is just for autistic voices.”
— Philip

Please let me know in the comments if you have any questions. I'd love to have you in any of the groups, especially during the holiday season as we have a few special social events during this time. ❄️

Taylor

#autism #audhd #latediagnosedautism #autisticcommunity

1 month ago | [YT] | 91

Mom on the Spectrum

Loneliness can be quite common during the holidays, and if you're currently experiencing this, you're not alone.

Connection Groups are a place where you can connect with other autistic adults weekly around shared experiences like living with chronic pain, parenting with autism, and budgeting our energy.

👉 You can learn more about how Connection Groups work as well as when we meet through this link: momonthespectrum.life/community

Scholarships are available. To apply, please 1) Visit the link above to familiarize yourself with the group meeting times and make sure it aligns with your availability 2) Fill out this form: www.momonthespectrum.life/scholarship-submission-f…

Here's what people are saying about Connection Groups:

“This was the most neurodiversity friendly experience I’ve ever had.”
— A.P.

“Being in this group is helping me reclaim a lot of my quirks and qualities that made me happy and were expressions of who I am. ”
— Sarah

“I got a level of validation and acceptance from my connection group that I hadn’t been getting from either my Autism focused therapist or even trusted loved ones. You get to come exactly as you are because it’s a space that is just for autistic voices.”
— Philip

Please let me know in the comments if you have any questions. I'd love to have you in any of the groups, especially during the holiday season as we have a few special social events during this time. ❄️

Taylor

#autism #audhd #latediagnosedautism

1 month ago (edited) | [YT] | 120

Mom on the Spectrum

Thank you to those of you who joined us for my recent livestream fundraiser to support North Texas Food Bank. Together we raised $570!

There are millions across America who are currently affected by SNAP benefit shortages/stoppages which may prevent access to food for themselves and/or their family.

Together we can all make a difference. Even donating $1 can provide up to FIVE MEALS for someone.

🚨 Interested in supporting your community? You can find your local food bank here 👉 www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank

If you'd like to support the North Texas Food Bank, you may do so here 👉 ntfb.org/

Thank you so much for joining me as we come together in support of our neighbors who are suffering.

💓 Taylor

PS: If you're interested in learning more about the SNAP crisis, you can find more information in my recent livestream, which you can rewatch here: youtube.com/live/_UC2niBP-kE?si=MN6rfl8xbulpUTnR

PPS: If you are unable to give, even interacting with posts like this one can help boost awareness and inspire others to donate. Please like and/or comment if you'd like to show your support in this way.

#snapcrisis #snap #snapbenefits #foodbank #northtexasfoodbank #feedamerica #nokidhungry ‪@northtexasfoodbank‬ ‪@NoKidHungry‬​

1 month ago (edited) | [YT] | 169

Mom on the Spectrum

Have you downloaded your FREE Autistic Nervous System Reset Guide?

I created this 15-page guide to be a gentle way to check-in with yourself when you're feeling overwhelmed or overstimulated. In the guide you'll find simple ways to identify what you need and how to accommodate yourself.

You can download your free copy here: www.momonthespectrum.life/reset

Thanks to the TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND of you for your support!! 🎉 🥹

💓 🌿 Taylor

#autism #audhd #latediagnosedautism #momonthespectrum #nervoussytemhealth #nervoussystemreset

1 month ago | [YT] | 144

Mom on the Spectrum

In 2021 I barely recognized my life. I had clawed my way out of the first year of the pandemic after trying my hand at home schooling, giving flute lessons via Zoom, and working through couples counseling sessions I had hoped would save my struggling marriage.

In the midst of all of this, I had just received my autism diagnosis. It immediately changed nothing and everything. One of the only things I knew for certain was that I had to share my story with others. Whatever was happening inside of me was yearning to be known, shared, explored.

My decade-long career as a flute teacher suddenly seemed ill-fitting. I loved my students as well as the opportunity to be surrounded by music all day. I loved that my flute had basically become another appendage, one that also somehow functioned as a safety blanket. Taylor the Flute Teacher felt like home. But the cracks in that home were starting to show.


It became very clear to me that my marriage was not coming with me into the next chapter. I was devastated for my children, but felt a glimmer of hope inside for myself. It was like a healing, restorative light was pouring in through the cracks and drawing me outside; to be reminded of what it felt like to be alive, to belong to myself.

Despite the heaviness and fog that stuck around for months (years), there was a profound lightness. Solo dance parties in the kitchen, huge genuine smiles that would take over my entire face, belly laughter and rekindled friendships.

Between the sobs of heartbroken disbelief and liberating solo adventures, I continued telling my story, here, to this very community.

And in one of the darkest chapters of my life, you listened. You sent words of encouragement. You said, "you're not alone," and "I feel this way too."

So many of you have laughed with me, cried with me. We've learned new things together, taken things that no longer work apart and reorganized in a way that feels better, healthier.

Slowly, then all at once, I was able to look up from the fog and realize I was safely on the shore, surrounded by the most beautiful community I've ever known.

There's still so much to learn, but there's also a peaceful sense of belonging and... rest? The kind of rest that has invited my soul to take up space and f-e-e-l. And you, this community, have been essential to all of it.

It is my prayer that through my videos, you have been able to breathe deeply and rest alongside me as well, knowing you belong and are loved just the way you are.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

I love you.

Taylor

1 month ago (edited) | [YT] | 1,117

Mom on the Spectrum

Join me Wednesday, October 29 at 3 PM CT for the premiere of my newest video: Autistic vs. Neurotypical Needs in a Relationship

We'll cover what both NT's and autistic individuals usually need in a relationship, where it can go wrong, and how to bridge the gap.

Link to watch: https://youtu.be/8_Ib-8EkKxk?si=cxAaz...

#audhd #autism #autisminrelationships #latediagnosedautism

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