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I'm 24 and looking to meet some friends :)

Hope Wardle-Millar

Hello, I am Hope and I am 24 years old, on my way to 25 this December. I have just been diagnosed with Autism no more than a month ago now. Life can be a battle every day with feeling frustration, anger, feeling low and many more emotions. I also have throughout my life felt very lonely, I have never kept the same friend ever since way back as play school. I have been abandoned every time without fail. Sometimes I have had to put an end to a friendship for the sake of my mental health, but for the most part they have left me. I really hope to find a friend or friends who are genuine and can relate to me and my life and who will genuinely want to hang out with me. Now that I finally feel I have found my place in the world though getting my diagnosis, maybe now through this forum, I might just meet the right friend/friends.

  • in reply to Deleted User

    That's nice.I mainly make clothes and

    accessories.I read all sorts of books.

    I’m also looking for new friends.

  • Hi Grin I’m 22 years old and looking for some autistic friends too Grin

  • Hi welcome are you in the south wales area because I’m from there and I can recommend some autism groups. There one I go to in neath on Saturdays that’s really nice and chill as long as your ok with dogs. 

  • Hi Hope, I’m 25 and I’ve struggled with a lot of the same things. I often feel like I’m stuck choosing between shallow, surface-level friendships that drive me up the wall or feeling isolated when I’m just being myself. Most of the time, I feel misunderstood. I was bullied so badly in school that I had to transfer. My psychologist thinks I might be on the spectrum, and honestly, I think he’s right. But I’m unsure about going through with a formal diagnosis or how long that would even take. I’ve never had problems with learning, but my social life has always been a mess. I either say too much, say the wrong things, or not say enough so people think I’m unfriendly or weird. No matter how much effort I put into understanding others, I never feel like anyone truly understands me. I’ve quit jobs and moved just to get away from the constant exhaustion of office politics and feeling taken advantage of. Even when I meet new people, I still end up feeling like no one really wants to connect with the real me. How relieved did you feel after being diagnosed, and how are you connecting with people now?

  • in reply to Arisa_12345

    I enjoy crafts as well, especially card-making and making bracelets using beads. I read adventure stories and nonfiction for knowledge. Looking for some new friends as well. 

  • in reply to Deleted User

    My hobbies are crafts and reading.

  • in reply to Arisa_12345

    Hello

    Welcome to the community forum.

    I'm a 41-year-old female from the UK. Enjoy reading, nature and photography.

    What are your hobbies or interests?

  • I live in Japan.I am 27 years old. I was also diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.I’m swayed by emotions. I want to find friends too.I want to see not only japan but the world.

  • in reply to Hope Wardle-Millar

    :) that's great. 

  • in reply to Deleted User

    I like to take photos of my pets and have got some moments from some well-known people I've gotten to meet.

  • in reply to Hope Wardle-Millar

    That's great to Like photography as well. What do you like to take photos of? Sunset, sunrise, flowers and shimmer. 

  • I wont say 'welcome to this forum' because you've posted here before, but maybe 'welcome back'

    Please don't take this wrong, but using a personal picture for your profile isn't generally a good idea (because anyone can see this forum & contents).   Wait until you have established some kind of rapport with people before disclosing anything - it isn't a criticism.

    Having autism can be a lonely & isolating thing.  Sometimes we feel that we can cope, yet at other times we feel lonely even in a room full of people.  It is hard to meet and sustain relationships with people who think along the same lines, when the majority don't.

    Many people join this forum, but the trick, I feel, is to hang around for a while.  A lot get bored & move on, or get a bit frustrated when the forum gets clunky.  If you persist, you can establish some good conversations & interactions with people, but it takes time to get to know them !

    Nice talking to you.  

  • in reply to Deleted User

    I like photography too. I like to take and edit photos and videos. I love to capture life's moments with those who are closest to me.

  •  Hi there 

    Welcome to the community forum.

    I’m a 41-year-old woman in the UK who enjoys various hobbies.

    I love reading short stories and capturing moments through photography, especially sunrises, sunsets, flowers, and old buildings.

    I attend a relaxed women’s group where I can choose activities. I enjoy the arts and crafts sessions and some of the talks, but I’m careful about those trying to sell pricey courses. It’s a nice way to meet people, have snacks, and chat in a friendly atmosphere.

    Unfortunately, I'd abandoned some people due to being uncomfortable. 

    NB: I wouldn't have a profile picture. You could change the photo of what you like to do. For example, if you like football, a picture of a football.