What feels familiar?

Choose a prompt if it fits. This is reflection, not an assessment.

There is no right way to describe your experience.

A gentle check-in

You can skip any step or return later.

Understanding differences

Difficulty identifying or describing feelings is sometimes called alexithymia. It can occur alongside autism, but it is not experienced by every autistic person and also occurs in people who are not autistic. It does not mean someone has no feelings.

Words are only one option. Pictures, communication aids, writing or a simple request for space can help communicate needs. A body sensation can have several explanations, so there is no need to assign it a fixed emotion.

If you support someone else, listen to their preferred communication and allow processing time. Do not pressure them to name a feeling, make eye contact or display an expected expression. If emotional difficulties are persistent or affecting daily life, consider support from a GP or an autism-informed professional.

My emotions reflection

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