When I think of apologies right now, I think a lot about the phrase, “No is a complete sentence.” That’s so true, no is a complete sentence and that ought to be enough. For folks who are trying to get off the people pleasing train though, no is often just too hard. The word no can feel harsh, rejecting and confrontational for those not used to using it.

Is Autism a Superpower? Sometimes yes. It’s very cool to feel the joy of a new special interest. Sometimes… it’s just not. When the lights are too loud and the sounds are deafening.