Misfit Minute 27: That Time I Learned About... Sensory Overload in Autism (A Simple Moment That Changed Everything)

A quick story from early in my autism journey that completely shifted how I understand sensory overload. One small moment in a speech therapy room turned into a lifelong reminder: we may be in the same space, but experiencing it in very different ways.Key Takeaways•  Sensory overload isn’t always visible—A child may be overwhelmed even when the environment feels “normal” to us•  Not all brains filter the same way—Some learners hear, see, and feel everything at once•  Small details can be big triggers—Sounds you don’t notice (like a ticking clock) can be intense and constant•  Same room, different experience—Two people can share a space but have completely different sensory input•  Perspective matters—Understanding sensory differences helps build empathy and better support•  Don’t assume ease = universal—What feels simple to you may be overwhelming for someone elseResources•  Check out this social story about communicating about sensory needs I Need Something: https://abainschool.com/p8t6Join Us•  Join the Misfit Behaviorists Facebook group•  Subscribe for more real-life ABA and special education insights•  Share your own “that time I learned…” moments—we’d love to hear themJoin the Facebook group for collaboration and freebies: The Misfit Behaviorists😍 More, you say? We’re here for you! Apple podcast | The Misfit BehavioristsYouTube | @‌themisfitbehaviorists👋 Find us!Audra | ABA in School  Caitlin | Beltran’s Behavior Basics🖱️ Rate, Review, Like & Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Showing this love helps us get out to more educators out there!