Supporting Yourself when Eating Feels Hard

In this conversation, ‪@KearaGraves‬ and I explore the hidden eating and body image struggles many autistic women experience but rarely talk about openly. We discuss: • Autism and body image • Safe foods and food exhaustion • ARFID and eating disorders • Interoception and disconnect from hunger/fullness cues • Using food as a stim • Sensory overwhelm around eating • Shame, masking, and healing • Why eating can feel unexpectedly hard for autistic people We also answer thoughtful questions submitted by the autistic community about comfort eating, losing safe foods, body dysmorphia, and recovery. This conversation is for educational and personal reflection purposes only and should not be considered medical or mental health advice. 🌟 Featuring Keara Graves Instagram: @kearagraves YouTube: ‪@KearaGraves‬ TikTok: @keara.graves   / keara.graves   A Couple Queers podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Zxskmi... If this conversation resonates with you, you are not alone. Feel free to share your experiences respectfully in the comments. 💜 More Mom on the Spectrum resources: 👉 Checkout my online community FREE for 7 days (no cc required): https://mots.circle.so/checkout/mom-o... 👉 Mom on the Spectrum website: https://www.momonthespectrum.life/ 👉 Join a Connection Group for weekly, guided discussions with other autistic adults: https://www.momonthespectrum.life/com...