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New here (struggling with accepting my autism)

Lea0311

Hi everyone,

I'm new here. I'm 29 years old, I got my official diagnosis (Asperger's syndrome) almost three years ago and yet I'm still struggling to accept that I'm autistic. I often feel embarrassed about the ways in which I behave, speak, move ... even though it feels so natural to me. I'm terribly at pretending I'm someone else, someone who's neurotypical. I tried but it hollowed me out ... being around other autistic people really helps me so I thought I'd join the forum. 

I also have chronic epilepsy. Does anyone else here have epilepsy and autism? I'd love to talk.

Lea

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  • Hi everyone,

    thank you all for your kind words, they're much appreciated. I had a series of small seizures this morning and when I came out of them and deiced to read your replies on my phone I instantly felt better. You're all making me feel less alone. :)

    And you're right, I don't have any reason to feel embarrassed or ashamed. The people who are mocking me when I'm flapping my hands or rocking or when I about my favorite subjects without pause should be ... it would be such a relief to do that in public without embarrassment. I guess I just need to accept my autism better but it's hard without much support..

    Thank you, again,

    Lea

  • in reply to Lea0311

    Glad you're feeling a little better.

    You're exactly right - the people who mock you are the ones with the problem. You should always be yourself and be proud of who you are (although I know that's easier said than done when you're naturally insecure).

    I watched a great programme last week - 'Richard and Jaco Take on the World'. It's all about raising awareness of autism to make the world a friendlier place for us. You can catch it on BBC iPlayer if you're interested Slight smile

  • in reply to DuckBread

    That programme looks amazing but I can't watch it since I'm outside the UK. :( Do you know where else I can find it?

  • in reply to Lea0311

    They should! I loved the bit with Julia - it was so sweet Slight smile

  • in reply to DuckBread

    Yeah, I can't watch or download it at all on the BBC's website. They should upload it on Youtube for everyone to enjoy. :) I really enjoyed the bits that I watched so far. The scene when he met Julia at the Sesame Street theme park was awesome, when Julia covered her ears because of the loud noise and Jaco told her to relax. I've never emphasized more with a puppet.  ;)

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  • in reply to DuckBread

    Yeah, I can't watch or download it at all on the BBC's website. They should upload it on Youtube for everyone to enjoy. :) I really enjoyed the bits that I watched so far. The scene when he met Julia at the Sesame Street theme park was awesome, when Julia covered her ears because of the loud noise and Jaco told her to relax. I've never emphasized more with a puppet.  ;)

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