Complex Processing: The Autistic Brain Isn't on a Delay
Have you ever been called slow to respond, overly quiet, or accused of overthinking everything?
If you’re autistic - or think you might be - this video will reframe that experience entirely.
💡 What many people label as “delayed processing” is often something far more accurate and validating: complex processing.
In this video, we’ll unpack what complex processing really is, why it’s often misunderstood, and how autistic brains take in information in deep, layered, multidimensional ways. If you’ve ever felt ashamed or misunderstood for needing more time to speak, respond, or make a decision - this is for you.
🔍 Topics covered:
What is complex processing?
Why autistic people may pause before responding
Real-world examples (conversations, school, workplace, sensory overload)
Why this isn’t slowness—it’s thoughtful, intentional depth
🧠 Autistic people aren’t broken. We’re complex.
✨ Drop a comment if you'd like to share:
What is an experience you've had where taking more time to process something turned out to be a wise decision?
📌 Want to connect with others who get it?
Join our online autistic community + weekly support groups: https://mots.circle.so/checkout/build-community
Mentioned in the video:
🧘🏼♀️ 🍃 Sarah Taylor - Light of Your Being: https://www.youtube.com/@SarahTaylor-LightOfYourBeing
Timestamps:
1:38 Definition and scope
2:34 Examples of complex processing
3:53 Common Scenarios
11:51 Benefits of complex processing
13:32 Embracing our processing style
Have you ever been called slow to respond, overly quiet, or accused of overthinking everything?
If you’re autistic – or think you might be – this video will reframe that experience entirely.
💡 What many people label as “delayed processing” is often something far more accurate and validating: complex processing.
In this video, we’ll unpack what complex processing really is, why it’s often misunderstood, and how autistic brains take in information in deep, layered, multidimensional ways. If you’ve ever felt ashamed or misunderstood for needing more time to speak, respond, or make a decision – this is for you.
🔍 Topics covered:
What is complex processing?
Why autistic people may pause before responding
Real-world examples (conversations, school, workplace, sensory overload)
Why this isn’t slowness—it’s thoughtful, intentional depth
🧠 Autistic people aren’t broken. We’re complex.
✨ Drop a comment if you’d like to share:
What is an experience you’ve had where taking more time to process something turned out to be a wise decision?
📌 Want to connect with others who get it?
Join our online autistic community + weekly support groups: https://mots.circle.so/checkout/build-community
Mentioned in the video:
🧘🏼♀️ 🍃 Sarah Taylor – Light of Your Being: https://www.youtube.com/@SarahTaylor-LightOfYourBeing
Timestamps:
1:38 Definition and scope
2:34 Examples of complex processing
3:53 Common Scenarios
11:51 Benefits of complex processing
13:32 Embracing our processing style
