Published on 12, July, 2020
There's another question that sprang to mind this morning.
What defines your autism?
I have noticed that most of the posts on the forum appear to be about our vulnerabilities.
So, is our autism defined by our vulnerabilities?
Certainly the sensitivities and communication difficulties can make us more vulnerable to stress and isolation.
Any positives anyone?
I'm still thinking about that one.
There is a lot of food for thought once we have obtained recognition either personally or professionally.
Everything is more.
Unfamiliar environments and situations are overwhelming. Seasoned food hurts. Loud noises hurt. Tight clothes hurt. I have to spend a lot more time than other people resting, recovering, being quiet and alone.
The flipside is that it's much easier to feel joy. A small thing like a sunrise or a flower can be so beautiful it turns my mood around. I almost never get bored. I get a huge amount of satisfaction out of doing the same things over and over again.