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Stan The Man

Hi I'm Stan The Man. I'm an autistic adult. I'm interested in music, drawing, reading, animals, classic cars, Doctor Who, Disney and clocks.

I'm not employed at the moment though I do have a career opportunity but I only go in every now and then, when my anxiety allows. I'm in my late twenties and more than aware of how dependent I am on my parents and I don't want to end up in a mental institution again, which I think will happen if anything happens to my parents.

So I'm trying to become more independent and live as normal a life as possible but getting into the workplace is a lot more stressful and difficult than I thought it would be. 

I've been lucky enough to be offered a job and I have worked on and off over several months but I find it hard to get past the anxiety. Some days I can't bring myself to go out. I try but the anxiety just wipes me out sometimes. If anyone here has experienced similar I would be grateful for any advice you have on how best to get past this.

Have a good day all.

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  • Hi, Stan the Man! I LOVE Doctor Who. Do you have a favorite season or Doctor? 

    I don't have much advice, but I definitely understand being anxious about being independent and going to work. It's really hard. When I started the job that I have now, I took a lot days off during the first six months or so because just like you said, the anxiety would wipe me out. Luckily my boss and coworkers are so very nice and understanding and they made space for me to do what I needed. Almost two years later and I still feel anxious ALOT about my work and specifically about how I'm being perceived, but I'm more comfortable with the routine and the aspects of the job. I hope with time that you can also feel more comfortable with your job and that you find a workplace that supports and cares about you. 

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  • Hi, Stan the Man! I LOVE Doctor Who. Do you have a favorite season or Doctor? 

    I don't have much advice, but I definitely understand being anxious about being independent and going to work. It's really hard. When I started the job that I have now, I took a lot days off during the first six months or so because just like you said, the anxiety would wipe me out. Luckily my boss and coworkers are so very nice and understanding and they made space for me to do what I needed. Almost two years later and I still feel anxious ALOT about my work and specifically about how I'm being perceived, but I'm more comfortable with the routine and the aspects of the job. I hope with time that you can also feel more comfortable with your job and that you find a workplace that supports and cares about you. 

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