Hi!

Hi, I remain undiagnosed, but am finding answers here and through reading, that bring great relief that I am not just mad or bad. I first had suspicions that I am on the spectrum 14 months ago.

I have found it difficult to come to terms with having what most people see as a disability, but now that I am, I am getting loads of support here and find that I can talk through issues with like minded people.

I struggled with depression for many years, which resulted from my innability to get on with those around me. Now I understand why, and I think many of my friends and aquaintances are understanding for the first time. My life has improved because some of those around me have become aware of my difficulties.

I still have crazy levels of anxiety at times but I am getting to grips with that a little too.

I would suggest that you read all you can and air your issues here and see what feedback you get. I am finding great reassurance in talking to people who think like I do. I am dealing with things that have bugged me for years.

Good luck

I find working in the garden, short walks surrounded by nature, listening to and watching wildlife, avoiding people, and writing (with a fountain pen) to be helpful.

As I am a fruit and vegetable gardener, picking (and eating) the produce is also beneficial.  There is a beneficial connection knowing the produce you are picking and eating was grown by you.

I find sitting in the garden listening to the birds singing and writing is a very good combination.  I write whatever I like: poems, short stories, etc.  For me, the most important part of writing is using a fountain pen as it is, to me, writing with a soul.  Many years ago, I was told:

"There are two things in life you do not lend: your fountain pen and your wife.  In that order."