While I know general weaknesses in myself such as memory, difficulty with picking up on social cues, differences in how I process emotionally valent information for example, I have more difficulty with knowing the particulars of what I can and can't accomplish professionally given some of the general characteristics that I struggle with . I'm working on becoming a nurse with ambitions of eventually becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner. However, I'm struggling the with the focus and memorization necessary to study and consolidate the necessary course material. I've tried a few different psychostimulants to aid with my focus with mixed results. Frankly, I'm scared right now. I'm worried about my limitations preventing me from achieving my goals. I'm also worried that I'll be left in a state of perpetual financial instability, living the rest of my life pay-check to pay-check. I want to make a bigger mark in this world, but am feeling uncertain about my ability to do so. I'm reaching out hoping to find a better message than be happy with what you have. I'm hoping to find those individuals with autism that have had professional success despite struggles similar to my own. If you fit this profile, what steps did you take to achieve this? Please give me more nuance than just talking about work ethic, I've worked hard to get as far as I have, so I really looking for detailed strategies if possible.
