"What is Neurodiversity?" (A short video by Aucademy.)

🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs over 2 years ago

I was going to put this in "autistic adults" but I'm sharing this under "MH and wellbeing" instead because recently I've been seeing a lot of members new and old struggling with self acceptance and self esteem particularly around being autistic, but also other factors. It is my hope that this short video will help some of those members who are feeling undervalued.

Ausomely Autistic over 2 years ago in reply to 🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

I like all of the foods you mention above, what is your favourite pizza topping or sandwich/burger filling?
🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs over 2 years ago in reply to Ausomely Autistic

Actually I'm okay with most food, I only really get a strong nope reaction to food if I bite into it and it's not the texture I'm expecting. I do like Pizza, Sandwiches, and Burgers best though because they are easy to change toppings and contents to try new flavors within a familiar base.
Ausomely Autistic over 2 years ago in reply to 🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

What is your favourite/safe food?

Lots of rest sounds like a good idea!

I hope you enjoy your enjoy your trip to the military museum, sounds interesting.

Presumably military/world wars are one of your main interests then?
🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs over 2 years ago in reply to Ausomely Autistic

TBH I don't really like chocolate, I like savoury food more than sweet stuff, most of the plan is just a military museum trip and lots of rest.
Ausomely Autistic over 2 years ago in reply to 🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

Cool! What do you plan to do? Is eating a lot of chocolate one of your plans? Enjoy your break.
🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs over 2 years ago in reply to Ausomely Autistic

TBH I'm just gonna enjoy the easter break for now, I don't have any current plans for afterwards.
Ausomely Autistic over 2 years ago in reply to 🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

Thanks! Are you doing anything to celebrate? I quite the plan circulating around social media by Lived Experience Educator called '30 Days of Autistic Voices'.
🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs over 2 years ago in reply to Ausomely Autistic

Ausomely Autistic said:
Happy Autistic April!

You too! :D
Ausomely Autistic over 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing, it’s really kind of you.

I love this video, (and Aucademy generally) it’s brilliant! We should all be encouraged to be proud of our autistic identities and this is exactly what this video reiterates!

Aucademy videos have really helped me feel more connected to my autistic community and more confident in my autistic identity. Are there any other Aucademy videos that you really enjoy? I have an Aucademy playlist so it is quite difficult to choose the best video, they are all great and so informative!

Happy Autistic April!
🐝 Bees 🐝 (they/them) Autism resources in bio #stoptheshock #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs over 2 years ago

Bumping for those that wake up late.