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Autistic Identity

Pikl

Hi everyone, 

For those of you who have completed your journey of self discovery, currently on your journey, or just starting out like I am, do you have any advice, insights, ideas?

I love researching, and am filling an arch lever file with loads on information about autism, late diagnosis, ect. It's putting it into a relatable context that is proving to be troublesome.

I am hoping that on working on accepting myself, and having better coping strategies will help keep the dreadful darkness at bay. I know that won't always work, but having a positive approach most or some of the Time could help make a difference. 

I cannot be unmasked at work, so if anyone here who is as lucky as I am to be in employment, could share what works for them, I would be very grateful. 

Anyway, a great big huge thank you in advance. X

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  • I'm at the beginning of my self discovery journey but I've some ideas, like regarding work, I'm compiling a list of suitable jobs and volunteer positions. With friends making I'm doing a list for that as well, working out my strengths and what to say and do. These are ideas I'm still tweaking about with. 

    Acceptance comes with time but I tell myself not everyone will be accepting as that's the way it can be sometimes. Most in my life are unaccepting.

    Good luck with your journey of self discovery. 

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  • I'm at the beginning of my self discovery journey but I've some ideas, like regarding work, I'm compiling a list of suitable jobs and volunteer positions. With friends making I'm doing a list for that as well, working out my strengths and what to say and do. These are ideas I'm still tweaking about with. 

    Acceptance comes with time but I tell myself not everyone will be accepting as that's the way it can be sometimes. Most in my life are unaccepting.

    Good luck with your journey of self discovery. 

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