Autistic Joy
Autistic joy isn't just happiness; it's an all-encompassing, intense feeling that many of us on the spectrum encounter. It's a profound sens
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WORDS BY SASK
Saskia Müller
- 2 min
Masking and Unmasking Autistic Traits
Autistic masking, to me, was like losing myself in a labyrinth of expectations and societal pressures. It was camouflaging my true identity
Saskia Müller
- 5 min
Learning to Unmask
ONLY UNMASK WHEN IT’S SAFE TO DO SO.
But first, I do want to address something else that I feel is very important. As wonderful as it would
Saskia Müller
- 3 min
5 Sensory Aids To Explore & Add To Your Wishlist
When people think of autistic people with sensory aids, the image that often comes to mind is that of a young, white boy with headphones and
Saskia Müller
- 5 min
How To Stop Yourself From Fainting: PoTS Edition
Ever stand up too fast and feel like a blackout or fainting episode is imminent? As someone with PoTS, I get this all the time. Although,...
Saskia Müller
- 3 min
18 Ways Congregations Can Observe Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month
WHAT IS JEWISH DISABILITY AWARENESS, ACCEPTANCE, AND INCLUSION MONTH? Established in 2009, the mission of Jewish Disability Awareness,...
Saskia Müller
- 2 min
Dealing With Progression
Rheumatoid Arthritis, a condition that has become an unwelcome companion in my life, is relentless in its progression. This unyielding...
Saskia Müller
- 3 min
Mental Health and Disabled People
I recently got a message saying "Why do you post about mental health when you claim to be a disability blogger?" Let me tell you why....
Saskia Müller
- 2 min
Why I Only Occasionally use Mobility Aids
Since July 2022, my journey of mobility has been a dynamic one. Alternating between a cane and forearm crutches, I navigate the world...
Saskia Müller
- 1 min
Five Things to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Walking Stick
Are you considering purchasing a mobility aid but unsure of where to begin? Take a moment to reflect on these five questions to guarantee...
Saskia Müller
- 3 min
What to do When Experiencing Ableism From Loved Ones
Ableism is everywhere and many people are simply unaware of it. There’s a seriously good chance that your loved ones and community...
Saskia Müller
- 2 min
How to Tell if You're Using the Wrong Walking Stick
Many individuals tend to believe that experiencing pain is an inevitable aspect of life when living with a long-term injury or...
Saskia Müller
- 3 min
I Thought my Seizures Were Something I had to Hide, now I’ve Accepted it
TW: This article contains the use of ableist slurs. I was 15 when it first happened. I was in my bedroom when I suddenly lost all control...
Saskia Müller
- 3 min
The Guilt of Having Good Days
The strangest thing happened to me a few weeks ago – I had two days in a row with next to no symptoms, or to be more specific two days of...
Saskia Müller
- 2 min
Read This When You're in a Flare
Dear fellow spoonie — If you’re reading this, chances are high that you’re in a flare, too. Hey, what’s up? What are the odds of meeting...
Saskia Müller
- 4 min
Chronic Illness and Loneliness
This week is mental health awareness week (15th-21st May), with this year’s theme focusing on loneliness, and it got me thinking....
Saskia Müller
- 2 min
What’s in My Bag – Chronic Illness Edition
I feel maybe I am a little late to the party on this one, but I used to really love watching the what’s in my bag videos when I was...
Saskia Müller
- 10 min
Workplace Adjustments For Disabled People
Before we jump into this post, it feels really important to emphasise that by no means is everybody with a chronic illness or disability...
Saskia Müller
- 3 min
The DWP is Crushing my Dreams of Staying With my Partner
The cost of living crisis has impacted most of our lives at this point, whether it be rising energy prices, fuel costs, rent or food, our...
Saskia Müller
- 3 min
Frustrations of Having an Invisible Disability
As a child, I didn't think much about invisible disabilities or how much of an impact they would have on my daily life. I also didn't...
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