I have recently been diagnosed as autistic. I am really struggling to find ways to manage and control my extreme emotions, when I am having a meltdown. I have Alexithymia which makes it really difficult for me to recognise my emotions and control them as easily. Sometimes it can come in the form of frustration or anger, especially if I'm feeling overwhelmed or not sure how to express my emotions in a rational way.
I feel a lot of shame to be autistic as well because it has impacted on my social relationships and the inability to form friendships, build a social life etc. I also feel like I can't really help how I am.
Can anyone please suggest any helpful tips or advice for me? Or share any of your experience maybe, and how you dealt with them? I really do not want to go down the medication route. I wonder if there's any other apps, as Calm did not work for me. Therapy is very limited in my area.
I am hoping someone has some wisdom. Does anyone else share similar experiences to me, so I feel less alone in the world. Thank you for reading.
