Tag: sensory
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The Pocket Strategy: When Food Becomes a Boundary
There were rules, and I had a pocket When I was in my early years of primary school, I had lunch with a nanny. She was very strict about finishing everything on our plates. Leaving food was not allowed. I hated meat. I wasn’t a fan of the taste, but I also couldn’t tolerate the texture.…
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When Pain Makes No Sense
I can feel a nettle sting for a whole day, like a chemical burn.But I can ride home with blood running down my leg and not feel a thing. This is a contrast. I was so fascinated by my obsession and need for contrast that it eventually led me to discover that I am autistic,…
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Proprioception 101: The Body’s Secret GPS
Most of us know the five classic senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch. But there are more senses and one of them is hiding in plain sight: proprioception. Think of it as your internal GPS: the system that tells you where your arms, legs, and body parts are without looking. It’s why you can touch…