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Sensory seekers for same food
Ever wondered why some of us autism kids who are sensory seekers tend to eat the same junk food repeatedly? Let me share what it's like from my perspective.
For me, it's all about finding comfort in consistency. When I grab my favourite bag of chips, I know exactly what I'm getting – the same smell, taste, and crunch every time. It's like my safe place, my sensory comfort zone.
But when it comes to other foods, like strawberries, it's a whole different story. They can be sweet one time, sour the next, and the texture changes too. It's just too much variation for me to handle. It's like when someone can't stand the sound of nails on a chalkboard – it's overwhelming.
So, I stick to what I know, what feels safe and familiar to me. Eating the same junk food might seem strange to others, but for me, it's a way to navigate the unpredictable world of sensory experiences. It's about finding what
works best for me and sticking with it to feel at ease.
Ever wondered why some of us autism kids who are sensory seekers tend to eat the same junk food repeatedly? Let me share what it's like from my perspective.
For me, it's all about finding comfort in consistency. When I grab my favourite bag of chips, I know exactly what I'm getting – the same smell, taste, and crunch every time. It's like my safe place, my sensory comfort zone.
But when it comes to other foods, like strawberries, it's a whole different story. They can be sweet one time, sour the next, and the texture changes too. It's just too much variation for me to handle. It's like when someone can't stand the sound of nails on a chalkboard – it's overwhelming.
So, I stick to what I know, what feels safe and familiar to me. Eating the same junk food might seem strange to others, but for me, it's a way to navigate the unpredictable world of sensory experiences. It's about finding what
works best for me and sticking with it to feel at ease.
Echolalia: More Than Just a Quirk"
I just came to know that there are two types of echolalia: External Echolalia vs. Internal Echolalia. We try to understand why individuals with autism exhibit echolalia. Many know that it makes them feel comfortable. Have you ever noticed that we often start singing a rhyme without realizing it? We repeat it in our minds and feel comfortable. Sometimes, we even sing it out loud. This is Internal Echolalia. It's funny; I do that too - internal echolalia. How many of you do that? It's not just an autism thing; it's a human experience. It feels good!
Just imagine how good individuals with autism feel when they exhibit external echolalia. Next time we hear external echolalia, now we know how they feel. What a wonderful way to feel what they feel!
Ever wondered why some of us autism kids who are sensory seekers tend to eat the same junk food repeatedly? Let me share what it's like from my perspective.
For me, it's all about finding comfort in consistency. When I grab my favourite bag of chips, I know exactly what I'm getting – the same smell, taste, and crunch every time. It's like my safe place, my sensory comfort zone.
But when it comes to other foods, like strawberries, it's a whole different story. They can be sweet one time, sour the next, and the texture changes too. It's just too much variation for me to handle. It's like when someone can't stand the sound of nails on a chalkboard – it's overwhelming.
So, I stick to what I know, what feels safe and familiar to me. Eating the same junk food might seem strange to others, but for me, it's a way to navigate the unpredictable world of sensory experiences. It's about finding what
works best for me and sticking with it to feel at ease.