Hello everyone, I have just joined as I need some guidance and to be honest this is scary. I have not been diagnosed although recent reading and on line indicators suggest I am on the Autistic spectrum somewhere. I am struggling at present and need to find a way forward. My mind has always been my strength and during my career have enjoyed taking on problems that others have shied away form as not possible. However a couple of months ago I was promoted to Director in the Charity I work with and now my work is at least 50% meetings plus dealing with people (I look after finance, systems, HR, governance and H & S). I have realised I no longer have my bolt hole of spread sheets, financial modelling or analysis to hide in while I recharge my batteries. Many years ago I had the opportunity to partake in Myers Briggs test which taught me that whilst I was introverted I could summon up the energy to do more extrovert things, for a short while. Now I need batteries to be full all the time. Yes I am now declining in mental health and worry I cannot do my job or will have a meltdown.
There are other things in life which challenge me socially but work is the big one at present. I hope to retire in about a year's time. Is there a director on this forum who appreciates what I am saying here and can perhaps give me some tips / ideas to help me manage myself.
Thank you and apologies if I have wasted anyone's time.
G
