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.
'Thinking' about this thread this morning I've thought of some more.
I notice this generally on the forum:
Thinking - we think a lot about everything.
Analysis - we analyse a LOT.
Originality - there are many original thinkers on this forum. People who don't accept 'the norm' but think for themselves.
Positivity - we all descend into 'slough of despond' sometimes, but generally I think a lot of us here have a fighting spirit and despite the very many setbacks look for the good in things.
Because of my age, I value the younger generations' input here.
I've learnt new words, new terms, new ways of perceiving myself.
Thank you all.
These mostly apply to me. Part of me wants to say that originality doesn't, but I think that's my low self-esteem talking and that I do think for myself. I'm not positive at all (prone to depression and catastrophisation), but I do have resilience to keep going despite setbacks.