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Lozza

Hi everyone,

My name is Lauren I’m new to joining and I’m kind of nervous.

I’m 32 and I received an Autism diagnosis at the age of 30. I have never really been good at fitting in with people due to issues with understanding how Autism presents in friendships but I want to meet people who may understand that I am just myself. I have tried to fit into online communities in past but never found one where I was able to stay comfortable without judgement or bullying and I’m hoping by joining I will find a way to take off some of the loneliness.

I have interests in various things including digital art (my pfp is one I drew myself) learning languages (in particular German), video games, walking in forests and nature and watching documentaries on many different topics (animals and wildlife in particular). 

I work a shop job which I really like because they have been very supportive with any difficulty I have. It’s not a lot but it’s something I enjoy to help people who come in to the store and get to talk to them. I’m hoping here I will find peace and people to connect with.

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  • Hi Lauren, welcome! It’s really brave of you to share your story. I’m also autistic and I completely understand that feeling of never quite 'fitting in' or being nervous in new communities.
    I love the digital art in your profile picture the detail is amazing! I also really enjoy [German/documentaries/video games], As I have had series of German classes. I'd love to hear more about your favorite animals or which video games you’re playing lately whenever you feel comfortable sharing.
    Please know there is zero pressure to reply quickly. I know social energy can be a lot, so just reach out whenever you feel like it. I'm glad you're here!

  • in reply to lovetolove

    Hi thank you so much for your kind welcome! 

    It is so refreshing to find a space that has so many wonderfully kind people to talk with and it has been the most warm place I’ve been able to reach out and talk in. I hope you have found a similar experience here since I se we are similar in our experiences with ‘fitting in’ and nerves. 

    German is amazing snd I love learning it! I hope you have enjoyed your classes on it as it’s such a rewarding feeling to not only learn language but explore the cultures to.

    I would have to say that my favourite animal is the Chinese water deer as I love the little fangs they have! What animal is your favourite?

    Video game wise I have an absolute list!

    Currently I’m replaying Skyrim on survival mode, Escape the backrooms, Minecraft, Overwatch 2, Pokemon, Peak a lot and I just finished 100% Red Dead Redemption 2

    In terms of games I enjoy then there are so many more! What games do you enjoy?

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  • in reply to lovetolove

    Hi thank you so much for your kind welcome! 

    It is so refreshing to find a space that has so many wonderfully kind people to talk with and it has been the most warm place I’ve been able to reach out and talk in. I hope you have found a similar experience here since I se we are similar in our experiences with ‘fitting in’ and nerves. 

    German is amazing snd I love learning it! I hope you have enjoyed your classes on it as it’s such a rewarding feeling to not only learn language but explore the cultures to.

    I would have to say that my favourite animal is the Chinese water deer as I love the little fangs they have! What animal is your favourite?

    Video game wise I have an absolute list!

    Currently I’m replaying Skyrim on survival mode, Escape the backrooms, Minecraft, Overwatch 2, Pokemon, Peak a lot and I just finished 100% Red Dead Redemption 2

    In terms of games I enjoy then there are so many more! What games do you enjoy?

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