As an autistic woman, I perceive love and relationships as fundamental aspects of life that should be as simple as ordering dim sum—hold the drama, and, above all, bring us extra joy and a side of laughter. The notion that relationships should be uncomplicated and fulfilling is one that resonates deeply with me. While it's true that every relationship will encounter its share of challenges and difficult moments, this doesn't mean that we must compromise our wellbeing or happi

I received my autism diagnosis later in life, a story that resonates with many autistic women. This late diagnosis often merely confirms what we've long sensed, as we've always known we're different from those around us, navigating a world that can sometimes seems distant and that we're an earth-invader. Like many others on this path, it's likely that we, had an inkling that we were at odds long before any formal diagnosis was made, especially in how we perceive and engage wi