Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi I'm Leaves (Jess),
I've been lucky enough to get an early diagnosis and I feel it's made things easier for me as a lot more made sense in the last few years. There's still a lot of confusion too but having my diagnosis has made a huge difference to me in a good way.
I'm a naturalist, I've done this for a few years now and I never want to stop. From a young age I was obsessed with nature, the world, animals. I knew I'd end up doing something to do with all that for my work, I was obsessed and still am, it's my special interest and I love sharing it with the rest of the world!
Doing this and making videos I get to work with a lot of people and I'm doing my best to raise awareness for autism by sharing my own journey which has had its moments. Autism is just a word, we can do anything we want to, just have to believe and keep going. That's what I did.
I'm currently working on a book. I'm hoping to have that finished by the end of summer. Hopefully published by Christmas. I've already published two books and done audio versions for those who prefer that - myself included. Lol.
I'm so glad to be diagnosed as autistic. I feel from that day I've opened a new exciting chapter in my life and I've not looked back since. Life throws many challenges my way but I face them all with my head held high.
There's more about me on my profile page, though I may have written too much like I have here. Sorry.
Oh, and Happy Autism Acceptance Week!
Hello Jess and welcome to the forum!
I was diagnosed at 24, I'm now 27 (Nearly 28). Getting my diagnosis has helped me and my family understand why I am like I am.
It's always good to have established authors in our community. It just goes to show that the condition can expand talent.
CaliforniaDreamer95 said:It's always good to have established authors in our community. It just goes to show that the condition can expand talent.
Hi, thanks!
Yes definitely, the condition has many challenges but I believe you can do anything if you want to. Lots of times my autism has been an asset for me.