PinnedJim IrioninThe Unexpected Autistic LifeFollowing in an Advocate’s Footsteps“There was an idea… To bring together, a group of remarkable people… To see if we could become something more… So when they needed us, we…May 161May 161
Jim IrioninThe Unexpected Autistic LifeAppearances Can Be DeceivingBy educating the general public as well as health and mental health professionals alike, stigma and fear against us can be averted.2d ago2d ago
Jim IrioninThe Unexpected Autistic LifeOf Hypothesis and Paranoia, Part 3With life and learning comes perspective. In October 2017 and August 2021, I survived two of the most severe incidents of paranoia I have…Jul 12Jul 12
Jim IrioninThe Unexpected Autistic LifeParanoia Almost Destroyed Me, Part 2Paranoia as an autistic person can be incredibly disruptive to your daily life and mental health. In August 2021, I experienced the longest…Jul 10Jul 10
Jim IrioninThe Unexpected Autistic LifeParanoia Will Destroy Ya, Part 1A co-worker once told me the phrase that inspired the title of this article: Paranoia will destroy ya. As my advocacy skills and experience…Jul 81Jul 81
Jim IrioninThe Unexpected Autistic LifeThe Elephant in the RoomAs an autistic writer, a topic may come to mind that awakens a rush of interest. It feels as if you picked a favorite movie to watch. You…Jul 3Jul 3
Jim IrioninThe Unexpected Autistic LifeOur History Is Our SurvivalA former college history professor of mine once told me that “history is all around us.” I had him for more classes than I had any other…Jun 27Jun 27
Jim IrioninThe Unexpected Autistic LifeMy Most Underrated Coping Skill“You always had a hard time finding your place in this world, haven’t you? Never knowing your true worth. You can settle for a less than…Jun 251Jun 251
Jim IrionThe Incredible Potential of Autistic Creativity“Mindfulness as an autistic person has been like finding the Swiss army knife of survival skills.” Jim Irion.Jun 22Jun 22
Jim IrioninThe Unexpected Autistic LifeAutism PTSD Awareness DayIt is hard to believe that one year has already passed. My mind feels like a room full of shattered glass. I wish I could forget, but the…Apr 261Apr 261