Published on 12, July, 2020
I am autistic level 2 or moderate to severe. My entire life I have loved to play with toys. It can be Lego, stuffed animals, bouncing balls, water toys, kinetic sand
I just love these things and many other toys. But I should not I am adult since long time.It feels great playing with these things but I also like doing some grown up things too.When feeling overwhelmed I still even am thumb sucking or use something else also when tired or not feeling well.When eating I prefer just using my fingers at home only fork or spoon when not at home but it is a struggle.I just feel the best when I can be myself.I am just like this and was taught be ashamed of this but I dont want to be ashamed this is who I amIs it okay or am I wrong in some way?
Your interests are perfectly valid, as long as they make you happy that is all that matters!
Every autistic person is different and no one should ever be made to ashamed of who they are!
I can understand why you like kinetic sand and bouncing balls, they are very cool stim objects. What is your favourite stuffed animal/creation to make with kinetic sand?
SebastianASD said:I just feel the best when I can be myself.
Exactly! This is so important, so do whatever gives you autistic joy.
Be your authentic autistic self!
Thank you I love to just do things nothing special. I just did this tonightA small log home with a fireplace outdoor at the water with a small bridge and boat surrounded by forest and mountains. That is my dream place to live but will never happen. Too expensive and no one thinks of it as a quiet place where mind can relax for once. No neighbors anywhere to see and large garden or what you call it so no one can build right next to me.I always wanted something like this but will never ever happen sadly will never get that peace that I need
You are very welcome! Your creation is very cool, it’s very intricate and detailed.
You have a great dream, I can relate to your need for peace!
SebastianASD said:A small log home with a fireplace outdoor at the water with a small bridge and boat surrounded by forest and mountains. That is my dream place to live but will never happen. Too expensive and no one thinks of it as a quiet place where mind can relax for once. No neighbors anywhere to see and large garden or what you call it so no one can build right next to me.
Seems like your own brilliant vision of Autopia!