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Connecting with autistic people who feel positive about their identity.

Namewig

Hello

I was diagnosed late, age 32 (now 33) and it has been... interesting. 

I am trying to feel more positive about my identity and focus on my strengths. I would like to build for myself, a community of others who have similar experiences, because I feel isolated (particularly during lockdown) and defective, very often. I think I have to do some work to put down internalised ableism and masking and pick up who I really am. Its a bit disheartening to only hear fear and worry when I look online for support. 

Are you an autistic adult who has come to terms with their identity and feels positive and strong sometimes? Would you be interested in chatting? Perhaps sending some emails? Or whatever you’re comfortable with - this is my first post, if DM’s are a feature on this forum, thats cool too. 

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  • I am totally positive about being Autistic. 

    I do not accept the pathology model of Autism, I do not have a disorder, disability or disease. My brain is hard wired in a different way. Its not worse or better then having a neurotypical brain - its just different. 

    As I work in NHS services for a range of presentations including Autism I am currently working on building a network of health professionals in my region who are also Autistic.

    In addition to this I am always interested in joining other networks small, large or simply connecting with individuals where this an agenda of challenging stereotypes, raising awareness, peer support and focusing on positives. 

    At the age of 61 I sometimes feel like I have been on a long journey as regards understanding myself, those around me and the world in general. Still lots to do. 

    Always up for a chat / discussion. 

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  • I am totally positive about being Autistic. 

    I do not accept the pathology model of Autism, I do not have a disorder, disability or disease. My brain is hard wired in a different way. Its not worse or better then having a neurotypical brain - its just different. 

    As I work in NHS services for a range of presentations including Autism I am currently working on building a network of health professionals in my region who are also Autistic.

    In addition to this I am always interested in joining other networks small, large or simply connecting with individuals where this an agenda of challenging stereotypes, raising awareness, peer support and focusing on positives. 

    At the age of 61 I sometimes feel like I have been on a long journey as regards understanding myself, those around me and the world in general. Still lots to do. 

    Always up for a chat / discussion. 

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