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Struggling to accept myself

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I am 24 and got diagnosed at 17. I struggle to accept it and wish I was someone else, I would change myself in a heartbeat. I am embarrassed of being autistic. I don’t tell anybody unless I feel absolutely necessary, people just think I am weird. 

I work 5 days a week and really struggle, I’m not sure if it’s too much for me. I feel stupid just writing this. I really hate myself.

How did you accept yourself? My acceptance seems to get worse 

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  • Hi there, 

    I can only speak from my own perspective. I am 12 years older than you, and only recently diagnosed. I don't feel embarrassed about being autistic, but I am selective about who I will tell. 

    With regards to work - I worked full time most of my life until I reached total burnout stage and had to take a lot of time off sick. You don't want to get into that position if you can help it. If you can afford to work part time that might be a good way to avoid going into burnout yourself. 

    Don't feel stupid writing to us here - everyone is here to help :) 

  • in reply to Autumn_Trees

    Nicely put Autumn Trees.  I have had the same experiences and I agree wholly with your advice and comment to 90499.

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