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Hello, just introducing myself

Just Me
over 4 years ago

Hi, I’m new here. Sort of. 

I’ve been dipping in and out of this forum for the last 5/6years, usually only reading what others have written rather than actually participating myself. I find socialising, even online, very difficult, but I’m trying to overcome that by introducing myself and participating a bit more. 

For the sake of introductions...

Im a 31 year old female on the spectrum, I was diagnosed by my local Health and Social Care Trust in 2016. I have no partner or children, live alone (apart from my dog), and have dedicated most of my time to studying. I am in the process of completing a PhD and also teach within the university I attend, but am currently on a leave of absence due to burning out... once again. A lot of people mention their passions or special interests in their introductions, I’m not sure this counts as either, but I’ve been preoccupied by notions of justice for as long as I can remember. I also love animals and enjoy reading, listening to music, organising things, running, playing the PlayStation and a number of other pretty typical activities.

By participating more in this forum I hope to build some confidence, learn new things, hear about other people’s experiences of living with autism, share my own experiences, and maybe even make a friend or two (even if they are only online friends). This is already longer than intended so I’ll wrap up here and just say thanks to everyone who was brave enough to share their thoughts and experiences here on this forum, you’ve helped me a lot without even realising it, so thank you, I hope I can do the same for someone someday. 

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  • over 4 years ago

    its good u are now commiicating with us here, You are so welcome. We all look forward to what you have to say. It sounds like you need to pace yourself in regards to your PHd studies. I book holidays ( 1 day )  regularly spaced out over my year so I get regulat breaks. My teamlead also reminds me to take my leave which is good.  I also taught myself meditation which has reduced my weekly shutdowns. 

    I love dogs with a passion. I have never been without one my entire life. Currently I have a very bossy Shitz tsu dog who has no patience at all. He is so funny. He doeas a funny "dance off" when he meets other dogs which they dont undertand. Only another SHitz Tsu understands the "dance off"challenge,.Then there is pandemonium :) as 2 Shitz Tzus try to out dance each other.  Anyways see u later soewhere in this forumn.

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  • over 4 years ago

    its good u are now commiicating with us here, You are so welcome. We all look forward to what you have to say. It sounds like you need to pace yourself in regards to your PHd studies. I book holidays ( 1 day )  regularly spaced out over my year so I get regulat breaks. My teamlead also reminds me to take my leave which is good.  I also taught myself meditation which has reduced my weekly shutdowns. 

    I love dogs with a passion. I have never been without one my entire life. Currently I have a very bossy Shitz tsu dog who has no patience at all. He is so funny. He doeas a funny "dance off" when he meets other dogs which they dont undertand. Only another SHitz Tsu understands the "dance off"challenge,.Then there is pandemonium :) as 2 Shitz Tzus try to out dance each other.  Anyways see u later soewhere in this forumn.

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  • over 4 years ago in reply to aidie

    Hi Aidie, thanks for your reply, it’s nice to meet you, and thanks for the image of a dance-off between two Shitz Tzu’s, I really needed a laugh today (my dog has been quite ill lately). I have a lab/collie cross, pretty much just a big black hairy dog who I love beyond belief. 

    I think you’re quite right about pacing myself, I have a terrible habit of taking on more work than can reasonably be handled. I’m getting some support from psychology services to advocate on my behalf and liaise with the university regarding reasonable adjustments so I’m hoping that will make things a little easier.

    Thanks again for the welcome! Hopefully I’ll see you around here on the forum!