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I feel useless

Ladybug5

I don’t think I’ll ever be able to go to Uni, or form relationships, or get a job, or live independently. I don’t even know if I enjoy or am capable of anything. I know people can be happy living simple lives and not “achieving” anything career wise etc but i have practically no function. I just want to be normal but I can’t do the bare minimum and have no desire to.

I had Uni and a future career planned and I just can’t do it.

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  • Hi, Thank you for posting this - I’m sure many people will be able to relate to what you say. I have a family member who has often felt this way. I agree with some of the comments about breaking things down into very small steps forward - even the tiniest steps can be a real achievement and build your confidence (I know this from my own experience). You’re not alone - many autistic people feel this way. Try not to blame yourself for finding life so difficult - being autistic can make so many parts of everyday life really challenging. Be kind to yourself x 

    Have you got supportive family members? And do you have any other support - such as therapy etc?

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  • Hi, Thank you for posting this - I’m sure many people will be able to relate to what you say. I have a family member who has often felt this way. I agree with some of the comments about breaking things down into very small steps forward - even the tiniest steps can be a real achievement and build your confidence (I know this from my own experience). You’re not alone - many autistic people feel this way. Try not to blame yourself for finding life so difficult - being autistic can make so many parts of everyday life really challenging. Be kind to yourself x 

    Have you got supportive family members? And do you have any other support - such as therapy etc?

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