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Welcome to “Adulting with Autism,” where surviving the adult world gets a little quirky – and a lot more fun! Hosted by the ever-relatable April Ratchford, this podcast is your backstage pass to the wild ride that is autism and adulthood. Whether you’re an autistic young adult figuring out life’s curveballs or a parent trying to help (without too many eye rolls), we’ve got you covered! Expect laughter, real talk, awkward moments, and plenty of ”Wait, is this adulting?” moments. So grab your snack, get comfy, and join us for a blend of wit, wisdom, and a whole lot of heart as we conquer the ups, downs, and sideways of adult life – autism-style! Want to be a guest on Adulting with Autism? Send April Ratchford a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1708097947800879cbdd654ca
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Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Navigating Intimacy: A Gen Xer’s Journey with a Sex Therapist
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Wednesday Dec 04, 2024
Hey guys, hey! Happy Wednesday! I’m showing up a bit late today because I'm just getting over being sick, but I promise it’s worth the wait! In this episode, we're diving into a subject that can be awkward but so important – talking about sex. Yep, grab your drink of choice (water and soda if you're driving) and let's welcome Heather Shannon, a fabulous sex therapist, to the podcast.
Heather and I explore the ins and outs of sex therapy, relationships, and how these topics intersect with autism, especially when school doesn’t cover the sex convo and it's left in the hands of YouTube and peers. Whether you’re neurotypical or neurodivergent, getting the hang of intimacy and communication can be quite the task.
Join us as we dissect the trials of initiating intimacy, understanding romance when you’re literal-minded, and improving couple communication – plus some fun bits about blindfolds, maybe even ropes! Bringing Heather on board, I hope, makes all the difference, and she’s sharing tools, books, and insights worth jotting down! Plus, there's a peek into her podcast which you’ll definitely want to check out for more insights!
And hey, whether you’re a parent, partner, or just curious, we're discussing supporting non-binary identification, the journey of self-discovery, and how to navigate those waters with love and patience. So don’t miss this wonderful chat with much laughter sprinkled in.
As always, I really appreciate your support, and I can’t wait to hear what you think. Jump into our Facebook group to keep the conversation going, and find all the episode details in the show notes. More fun stuff coming up, so stay tuned and keep adulting!
https://podmatch.com/hostdetail/1647997394062x405351190285818900
https://twitter.com/askasexcoach
https://youtube.com/@askasexcoach
https://instagram.com/askasextherapist
https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-shannon-7697235
https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPd5kTDV2/
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