It’s not always about refusing to do something. Sometimes it’s the feeling of pressure or losing control that triggers a stress response, even when it’s something we were already planning to do. For example: you’re already doing the task, but when someone tells you to do it, your brain suddenly feels resistance because it now feels like a demand. It’s not being lazy, difficult, or trying to be disrespectful. It’s a nervous system response to feeling pressured. Understanding this can help us communicate in ways that feel more supportive. 🩵🙏🏻 #autism #autismawareness