10/10/2025
Acceptance doesn’t always mean big gestures, sometimes it’s as simple as letting someone be themselves.
For many autistic people, stimming (like rocking, hand-flapping, pacing, or fidgeting) is a natural way to self-regulate emotions, manage sensory input, or express excitement. It’s not something to “fix” or stop, it’s part of who they are.
Next time you notice someone stimming, remember: it’s not 'weird.' It’s human. Respecting it is one small but powerful way to show acceptance every day.
Image description: A colorful poster titled “What is Stimming?” The shows children engaging in different kinds of stimming, with speech bubbles to label the different types: Hand and Finger Mannerisms, Tactile Mannerisms, Upper Body Momentums, Visual Stimulation, and Taste and Smell Stimulation. Another bubble asks, “What other stims can be added to this list?” At the bottom is the website www.autismfl.org
