Does anyone have a non-autistic partner?

Whereas I am autistic, my girlfriend is not. I sometimes worry that this is too large a difference between us and that it makes us incompatible. However, she is extremely supportive of me and incredibly willing to meet my needs.

If we are in a loud environment but I am too embarrassed to put my headphones on, she will encourage me to do so. She is an artist, and even hand made me communication cards (she designed, drew, painted and laminated them) for when I am overwhelmed. 

What is something your partner does to support your needs as an autistic individual?

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  • Yes, though my wife has her moments strangeness-wise, she is allistic. We have been married for 25 years. She will organise family events, holidays etc., interact with schools (when our children were younger) and the health service, after seeking my opinion, but keeping my contact with other people down to the degree I can cope with. 

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  • Yes, though my wife has her moments strangeness-wise, she is allistic. We have been married for 25 years. She will organise family events, holidays etc., interact with schools (when our children were younger) and the health service, after seeking my opinion, but keeping my contact with other people down to the degree I can cope with. 

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