Natalie Diggins

The Autistic Adult's Toolbox

Real Tools for Real Life-Because "Just Try Harder" Isn't a Strategy

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Produktbeschreibung

The Autistic Adult's Toolbox: Real Tools for Real Life-Because "Just Try Harder" Isn't a Strategy Being autistic in a neurotypical world can be confusing, exhausting, and frustrating-especially when you're expected to navigate situations shaped by unwritten rules and invisible expectations. The Autistic Adult's Toolbox changes that. Written by Natalie Diggins-an autistic technologist with decades of lived experience and a career built on solving complex systems-this strengths-based guide offers real-world, step-by-step tools to help you move through life with more clarity, confidence, and calm. Reading it feels like having a conversation with a trusted friend-someone who understands your challenges and genuinely wants you to succeed. Inside, you'll find practical tools like: * A doctor visit template for communicating your needs clearly * A jury duty checklist with guidance for requesting accommodations * A script builder for sharing that you're autistic-and responding to disbelief, curiosity, or support * A social event comfort matrix to plan, pace, and protect your energy * Checklists, self-assessments, and conversation starters you can use right away All presented in a thoughtfully designed format that includes: * Chapter summaries for quick reference * Highlighted takeaways for easier recall * Visual supports that reduce decision fatigue and cognitive overload You don't need to change who you are. You just need tools that make life easier. The Autistic Adult's Toolbox isn't just a toolbox-it's an act of advocacy. Whether you're newly diagnosed, long aware, or somewhere in between, this book will help you build a life that works not despite your neurotype, but because of it.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Everyday Success Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 238
• Erscheinungstermin: 23. Juni 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 322g
• ISBN-13: 9798998568909
• Artikelnr.: 74711347

Autorenporträt

Natalie Diggins is an autistic technologist and writer whose work focuses on practical tools for navigating everyday life in a neurotypical world. Drawing from decades of lived experience and a career built on solving complex systems, she creates clear, strengths-based strategies for autistic adults seeking to move through life with more clarity, confidence, and calm. She is the author of The Autistic Adult's Toolbox.