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‘Let it go’ how????

sapphic princess

I have a really strong sense of justice and often struggle to see things in other ways. If I think I’m right about something there’s not much that can change my mind, but I am able to admit when I am wrong (reluctantly). 

I get told to ‘let it go’ a lot, especially on political and controversial topics. Something I’m really passionate about is animal rights and cruelty. I really struggle to let things go in a conversation when not only do I know I’m right, there’s actual evidence and facts to support that it is true. This keeps happening when I’m talking to my family. As it’s something I’m passionate about when it comes up in a conversation I try to educate them and it turns into an argument because I can’t let it go and can’t understand how they can’t see these facts and evidence as true and real? 

I then constantly think about it and get frustrated all over again. I hate it. Once someone has done or said something I don’t agree with it’s all I see in them. I really hate it. 

I feel like I’ve rambled a lot but I was just wondering if anyone has any advice on how to ‘let things go’ if that’s even possible for autistics 

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  • I can think of a few reasons why you shouldn't let it go...

    I think being politically aware & caring about causes is extremely important, especially in the world we face today. 

    We need more people not to let it go.   

    Too many let it go, and while many go to sleep, lunatics with their twisted egocentric agendas end up in power.  

    So well done, keep at it, and take no notice.  That's my advice !  

  • in reply to overwhelmed & underwhelmed

    Thank you. It’s just really hard when it affects the relationship with my family. I don’t know where to draw the line 

  • in reply to sapphic princess

    When you've changed the world for the better, you can ease off a bit maybe.   Perhaps they should be proud that you care?  

    I don't think you are doing anything wrong - it's a shame more people don't stand up.


    I guess you could try & present things in a non-confrontational way (rather than to appear as if you are looking for an argument)  but facts are facts, and if people want to deny them, they ought to expect a response.  

    Just say 'with all due respect' before you start.   It might work! 

  • in reply to Rather_Quite_Rexquisite

    I will definitely think about this!!!

  • in reply to overwhelmed & underwhelmed

    “Of course, I say this with immense affection, respect, and only in jest!”

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