People hear a “rule” when you meant a boundary. And you know what they say, “Rules are made to be broken.”
When you set rules, you don’t get respect, you get retaliation.
And suddenly you’re defending yourself for trying to protect your own energy.
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Most people fear those who seem to notice everything.
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You can’t find “your people?”
It’s probably because you don’t know what to look for.
This episode is about reclaiming your light and understanding the three parts of yourself that if you share, it’ll help you recognize that you’re with “your people”.
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#autism #emotionalintelligence #loneliness
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m a fraud for struggling while everyone else seems fine,” this episode is for you.
We’ll unpack how shame convinces you that being human is failure when you’re actually pretty awesome.
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This week on the Patterns of Possibility Podcast, I talk about something so many late-diagnosed autistic adults face during the holidays: how to stay calm when they push every button.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed, talked over, or treated like the “old you,” this one is for you.
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What if real-time conversation feels like too much?
Or if texting feels too distant?
In this episode, we unpack how to choose the method that actually supports your nervous system and gets your message across.
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📣 Going home for the holidays? Join the "Surviving Family Season Workshop" and get tips on how to stay regulated during gatherings that test your patience.
Tuesday November 11 at 6pm CST.
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Ever feel like you’re the adult in every conversation with your parent?
You try to connect, but somehow you end up apologizing for having feelings at all.In this episode we'll talk about how cycle starts, why it feels impossible to “get through” to them, and how to step out of the trap with clarity and calm boundaries.
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You faked your friendships? So what.
You learned how to survive by reading the room, by translating yourself, and pretending to fit in.
But now you're tired of pretending. You’d rather be alone than explain your every thought or force another fake laugh.
If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.
We’ll explore why connection can feel like work and how to stop doing all the heavy lifting just to feel alone anyway.
#fakefriendships #vulnerability #lateidentifiedautistic
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We all want to be understood but for some of us, visibility has never felt safe.
When your honesty has been met with rejection or ridicule, staying hidden feels like your only option.
In this week’s episode of the Patterns of Possibility Podcast, I talk about the fear of being seen, where it comes from, and how to move toward connection at your own pace.
#LateDiagnosedAutistic #Fear #Vulnerability
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Speaking with narcissists is an exercise in patience and emotional intelligence.
But really, they just have one playbook. (And it's lame.)
Once you learn their pattern and have the right tools, it's yours to disrupt.
Watch the video: Why you keep trusting the wrong people.
https://youtu.be/EA2LXcLJYJ8
#LateDiagnosedAutistic #Intuition #Narcissists
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To live your best most authentic life, any idea of what you should be has to go!
If you’re struggling with people-pleasing, guilt after saying no, or constantly questioning what’s “wrong” with you for wanting something different, this episode is for you.
#LateDiagnosedAutistic #Shame #Guilt
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99% of Autistic people learn the hard way...
Some questions aren’t really questions.
You answer them honestly, only to realize that the person wasn’t looking for data at all.
They wanted reassurance, connection, or compliance.
And now you’re left feeling awkward, tricked, or even ashamed for “getting it wrong.”
It’s frustrating.
If you’re struggling with hidden meanings in conversation this episode is for you.
#LateDiagnosedAutistic #HealthyBoundaries #AuthenticRelationships
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You’ve done the work. You’ve healed, unmasked, and started seeing your old patterns clearly.
But you keep running into versions of your past self.
It’s tempting to want to “help” them but if you pour everything that you have into them, you’ll have nothing for yourself.
Let’s talk about how not to fall into the trap of becoming the caretaker.
#LateDiagnosedAutistic #HealthyBoundaries #AuthenticRelationships
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Grab your spot at the Social Connections Summit!
Two-day virtual event happening September 24 and 25.
You’ll hear from late-identified Autistic, AuDHD, and ADHD professionals who’ve lived your experience and from leaders and allies who are ready to learn with care, not guilt.
There are short talks, real strategies, and honest stories that meet you where you are.
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In families, friend groups, even workplaces, people hide conflict and pain “under the rug.”
Everything looks fine, until you notice it. And when you stumble over the lump, suddenly you’re the problem for pointing it out.
It’s exhausting.
If you’re struggling with walking on eggshells, being called “too sensitive,” or carrying the weight of secrets you didn’t create, this episode is for you.
Listen to learn how to protect your peace in these spaces.
#LateDiagnosedAutistic #HealthyBoundaries #AuthenticRelationships
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There are short talks, real strategies, and honest stories that meet you where you are.
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Most people are playing a game you never agreed to. The rules keep changing, the players cheat, and somehow you’re the one who looks wrong for not keeping up.
It’s exhausting.
If you’re struggling with constant misunderstandings, pretending to fit in, or the loneliness of walking away, this episode is for you.
#LateDiagnosedAutistic #HealthyBoundaries #AuthenticRelationships
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Growth is uncomfortable, but it’s how autistic adults discover their true selves. Coach Lee Hopkins explains how boundaries accelerate growth, why choosing to be alone is different from loneliness, and three questions that help you build authentic relationships without masking.
#LateDiagnosedAutistic #HealthyBoundaries #AuthenticRelationships
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You speak to share or receive useful information.
So when someone asks, “How was your weekend?” your brain looks for purpose.
If there’s no shared understanding, the exchange feels like noise.
When you know your purpose in a conversation, you feel less drained and more confident.
If you’ve ever shut down mid-chat or wondered why casual talk feels like wasted energy, this episode is for you.
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This week’s podcast is for anyone who keeps second-guessing whether they misread the situation or whether they’re being manipulated.
If you’ve ever had your words twisted, been left out of the loop, or felt guilty for saying no, this episode is for you.
We’ll talk about three clear signs it’s manipulation and not just a misunderstanding, how narcissistic behavior shows up in everyday interactions, and what you can do to protect your boundaries without losing yourself.
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#Manipulation #Misunderstanding #Boundaries #Gaslighting
This week’s podcast is for anyone who walks away from conversations feeling tense and drained. If one text, one tone of voice, or one last-minute change can throw you off for hours, this episode is for you. We’ll talk about five simple ways to protect your energy without becoming a different person.
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You’ll hear from late-identified Autistic, AuDHD, and ADHD professionals who’ve lived your experience and from leaders and allies who are ready to learn with care, not guilt.
There are short talks, real strategies, and honest stories that meet you where you are.
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#autisticadult #unmasking #latediagnosedautistic #friends
This week’s podcast explores when getting invited to a social gathering sends you into a spiral of self-doubt and uncertainty. If you overthink what to bring, worry about being judged, and feel like every social moment is a test you didn’t study for, this episode is for you.
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Grab your spot at the Social Connections Summit!
It's a free, 2-day virtual event happening September 24 and 25.
You’ll hear from late-identified Autistic, AuDHD, and ADHD professionals who’ve lived your experience and from leaders and allies who are ready to learn with care, not guilt.
There are short talks, real strategies, and honest stories that meet you where you are.
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