Published on 12, July, 2020
My therapist asked me whether I know any other autistic people today and I realised that I don't. Admittedly I've been somewhat isolated due to my mental health, but, I'm working on that and I'm working on getting back out there.
My fear is that I'm too autistic for neurotypical people yet too normal for autistic people due to my high masking skills.
Are there any pros to trying to socialise and get to know more autistic people? Any cons?
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Autistic people I've encountered here are some of the nicest people I've interacted with. I feel accepted and understood in this community and feel surrounded by friends.
I feel accepted and understood in this community and feel surrounded by friends.
You are.
It bothers me a great deal that a troll is allowed to interact in this way with vulnerable people.
The consequences could be very serious.
Thank you so much!
OMG no don't leave. This community is normally a really safe and happy environment don't let one bad experience ruin it for you.
Your a valued member here and I and a lot of others would miss you if you left ^^
I appreciate the reminder, it can be difficult to remember things like that when you're in the grips of it all.
I have emailed the community and I've been candid with how all of this has impacted me. It's been a few hours now and I have calmed down a lot.