Adulting with Autism

Author: April Ratchford MS OT/L

Adulting with Autism isnt just a podcast its a movement.We give autistic and neurodivergent adults the platform, voice, and validation theyve always deserved. Here, we dont mask. We dont perform. We belong.Every episode brings honest conversations with leaders, advocates, and everyday people who are rewriting what it means to thrive as a neurodivergent adult. We talk life skills, independence, mental health, relationships, careers, and legacy because autistic voices dont just need a seat at the table we are the table.Ranked among Apples Top 200 Podcasts (All Categories), Adulting with Autism is proof that our voices are resonating worldwide.Join us Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays as we move beyond survival, build authentic lives, and create legacies that last.Because autism isnt broken. Its just a different frequency and the world is finally tuning in.  Listen on Buzzsprout, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube  Explore all links merch: https://linktr.ee/adultingwithautism Want to be a guest or collaborate? Message April on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1708097947800879cbdd654ca Autistic. Authentic. Unapologetic. With over 2 million downloads and listeners worldwide, Adulting with Autism proves our voices belong here.
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Autistic Adulting Transition Hacks: Psycho-Spiritual Rise from Chaos | Dr. Jessie & Omar Ferreira Interview
Episode 198
Tuesday, 28 October, 2025

Send us a textAutistic adulting identity crisis? In this raw ramble on Adulting with Autism, host April (autistic OT) chats with power duo Dr. Jessie & Omar Ferreira (A Soul’s Quest founders) on flipping "everything right, feels wrong" to authentic quests—career/identity loss, anxiety loops, people-pleasing masks. Psychotherapist (Jessie) + youth dev leader (Omar) turned podcasters/authors (A Soul’s Quest: A Transformational Approach to Life), they're blending modern psych (CBT journaling) with wisdom (universe knowing itself—Carl Sagan vibes) for midlife awakenings.Transcript gems: Anxiety vs. intuition (pause/feel—breathe through buzz), people-pleasing trap (microdose "no" via belonging quests—find aligned tribes), "why" loops to "what am I learning?" (rewire for growth), and "remembering the self" (unfold like a flower—express without conformity). For autistic young adults fawning/shrinking, parents spotting overwhelm, or OT squad fostering expression, this is your 'what the actual?' psycho-spiritual toolkit—no woo dryness, just embodied freedom.Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro: Chaos Transitions & Their Journey 2:30 - Podcast Origin (Abrupt Endings to Purpose) 8:45 - Anxiety vs. Intuition (Pause & Feel) 15:20 - People-Pleasing & Microdosing "No" 22:10 - Journaling/CBT Wisdom Blend 30:00 - Life as Quest (Expression Experiment) 40:00 - Resources & Final Fills 50:00 - OutroSub on Apple Podcasts or Spotify for unmasked tips—reviews build the squad! Linktree for full eps, A Soul’s Quest (asqempowerment.com, ASQ Podcast on YouTube/Instagram/Facebook), book , and Adulting with Autism merch: 'Dynamite' tees for quest sparks or 'Magic Shop' hoodies for squad unfolding. Your "why" shift? Comment! Follow @adultingautismbts on TikTok for clips.#AutisticAdultingTips #TransitionHacks #PsychoSpiritualAutism #AdultingWithAutism #BTSNeurodivergent #AnxietyVsIntuition #PeoplePleasing #OTTips #LifeAsQuest #JournalingCBT #NeurodivergentExpression #MidlifeAwakening #ASoulsQuest #RememberingTheSelf #UnmaskedARMYhttps://linktr.ee/adultingwithautism| https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adulting-with-autism/id1726252789 | https://open.spotify.com/show/3x5XAhD6vUr9vyxwo7PUrn| asqempowerment.com | https://www.youtube.com/@ASQPodcast32 | https://www.instagram.com/asoulsquestaaa/https://www.facebook.com/asoulsquest| Autistic adulting chaos? My MFish Dragon Charger slays—sleek, bold design with soul (no Apple boredom!), powers phone/laptop through BTS sessions. Daily obsession for my neurodivergent brain—ordering more! Quick pre-roll from Adulting with Autism. Affiliate link below (I earn from purchases—thanks!) Get fierce for fall with the Empowerment Collection and Power in the Frequency! Bold colors, ultimate comfort, and designs made for neurodivergent pride. Shop now to support the show and join the Alliance—find your new favorite at the link in show notes.mfish: Organize. Simplify. WinEco-friendly, high-quality tech tool to simplify school, work and lifeFind Your Fierce This Fall: Empowerment Shop now to support the show and join the Alliance—find your new favorite at the link in show notes.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show@adulting_autismadultingwithautism.podcast@outlook.com