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Looking for analogies

Late discovered mum

Morning all Blush

I’m a couple of years in to my autism diagnosis and finally getting some Counselling to help me try to figure it out. Like so many other here I have imposter syndrome (not just in my diagnosis!). 

I’m constantly questioning what autism is, as every human (and animal) is different and unique. Everyone can have any of the autistic traits. Psychologist wonders if I’m trying to get rid of my diagnosis, which I don’t think I am, but maybe… I don’t think so - I love weird people and I am definitely weird!

Anyway. I was thinking it might be useful to have an analogy I could refer to, to help understand that autism is not a weight over my shoulders, but a superpower, as so many people believe. I thought I’d feel liberated after diagnosis: but think I feel like a victim. 

Ive seen comparisons to Apple v PC, which I like, (and Apple has to be ND not NT!)  but do you have any more analogies? 

Wishing you all a good day. 

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  • I like the item from Einstein below. Embrace what you are and find what you are good at. Don't judge yourself by others standards. 

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    Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid". It is attributed to Albert Einstein and highlights that individuals should be evaluated based on their unique strengths, not on inappropriate standards. 

    Meaning: The quote emphasizes that judging someone's ability to perform a task for which they are not suited is unfair and can lead to a negative self-perception.

    Context: It is often used to discuss the importance of recognizing and nurturing diverse talents and abilities, rather than applying a single, rigid metric of success. 

  • in reply to Stuart333

    My therapist actually mentioned that Einstein quote to me once.

    It really stuck.!!

    It’s such a good reminder that we all have our own strengths and ways of thinking, and judging ourselves by other people’s standards only makes life harder.

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