The Sunflower Conversations
The Sunflower Conversations
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
Autism - my life diagnosed with Aspergers with Alex Manners
39 minutes Posted Apr 2, 2026 at 1:00 am.
Welcome And Visual Descriptions
What Autism Means To Alex
Asperger’s Term And Why It Changed
Special Interests That Bring Calm
Literal Language And Misunderstandings
Sunflower Support And Signposting
Football Programmes As Anxiety Relief
Sensory Triggers And Daily Barriers
What Meltdowns Feel Like
Routine Change And Decision Stress
Writing That’s Not Right
School Lessons That Felt Impossible
Raising Autism Awareness Through Talks
Channel 4 Undateables Behind Scenes
Using The Sunflower In Airports
One Inclusion Tip And How To Find Alex
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We talk with Alex Manners, an autistic speaker and author. In this episode, Alex explains what autism feels like for him, from literal language and sensory stress to special interests, like football, that genuinely help him cope. We also explore how improved communication and practical inclusion tools, such as the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, can make everyday life more accessible. In this episode, we cover a lot from school to employment. Below are just some of the topics we cover: W...