Why I don't scream on Roller Coasters

These essays explore everyday experiences from an autistic perspective, focusing on how communication, sensory input, and change can feel different from the inside. They challenge common assumptions about eye contact, noise, music, routine, and control by explaining that what may look unusual from the outside can often be a practical way of staying focused, calm, and regulated. Together, the essays show that autistic needs are not about being difficult or rude, but about finding ways to manage a world that can feel overwhelming, unpredictable, or demanding.