Does autism aid your creativity?

A book of mine was published around a decade ago (it earned a grand total of 41 squids! *cries*). One thing I noticed from reviews that, now, really strikes home: even the kindest and most enthusiastic reviewers were confused by the plotting - what made sense, and seemed obvious, to me was very difficult for them to follow or understand. And that wasn't because the story or writing was complex or technical...not at all. That disconnection, like so many clues I've missed over the years, really should have informed me that something was wrong or different in my thinking. So, all in all, perhaps autism helped and hindered me.

Steven said:

- what made sense, and seemed obvious, to me was very difficult for them to follow or understand.

This happens to me ALL the time in my work, which is often diagnostic or inventive in essence.  My peers in my field of expertise, who are demonstrably competent and informed, often need (what I consider to be) almost patronising guidance to bring them up to speed on matters that I consider to be screamingly obvious.

Since coming to terms with my Autistic wiring, I find myself considerably kinder, much calmer and more patient and professional when these "issues" come to light. I've come to realise that some people are allistic - the poor old souls!

As you will gather from what I have written - in answer to your question - yes, I consider myself to be greatly helped in my creativity (and insightfulness)  due to my autism.  However, the autism can aslo hinder how effectively and efficiently I can communicate that creativity to others - it takes me time, determination and patience to do so.  For me, autism is a double edged sword - but I am growing to really like the sharp side these days.

Unknown said:

My peers in my field of expertise, who are demonstrably competent and informed, often need (what I consider to be) almost patronising guidance to bring them up to speed on matters that I consider to be screamingly obvious.

Ha. :) It's the most ironic of role-reversals, isn't it? 

Si Mon Numberto

'Night, mate. See you tomorrow, hopefully. 

Yes......I know what you mean, so I'll take it as my queue to get micelph to bed.  Nice to chat mate.

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I'm worried now, because this new language is starting to make sense to me, and also to seem real. 

I'm worried now, because this new language is starting to make sense to me, and also to seem real. 

'Night, mate. See you tomorrow, hopefully. 

Yes......I know what you mean, so I'll take it as my queue to get micelph to bed.  Nice to chat mate.

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