Teaching, at its core, is about conveying information in a way that leads to understanding. Whether it’s teaching yoga, guiding students through complex subjects, or addressing legal matters, the clarity and precision of communication are paramount. In my experience, explicit communication has proven to be an essential tool, especially when working with autistic or neurodivergent individuals. Interestingly, I have found that this same level of explicitness is often required when working with lawyers. As I’ve observed, “The lawyers and the autistic people require the same stuff. You have to have everything explicitly broken down.” The necessity for clear, step-by-step instruction is not unique to one specific group but is vital across a wide range of learners. This essay will explore why explicit communication is so…