I've designed a number of items for my #ActuallyAutistic comrades, including a number of t-shirts, badges, and mugs. I'd love to hear about what you guys think!
My other half @niamhgarvey will be hosting a Webinar in a few hrs titled "Identifying and Effectively Managing Stress Triggers for Autistic Adults", hosted by Irish #ActuallyAutistic advocacy org AsIAm. It's free to attend and would be well worthwhile for #Autistic folks. Check it out:
I know the everyday challenges, struggles, and heartbreak of being an #ActuallyAutistic human in NT society. I also know about the intense joys, beauty, and excitement that come along with being autistic. Let's focus on positives and strengths, not just on the deficits.
Fundraising for housing day 6 and I'm at 10% of my goal already! Thank you so much everyone! You can read more on the gfm page and donate there or on paypal. I wish I had more ways to show my gratitude💜💜💜:
I have SIX new autistic life coaching groups starting this month. There is a time & day that will fit your schedule. If you want to connect with fellow autistics and grow as an autistic human in an intentionally autistic space led by an autistic professional, tell me!
Been reading a biography of Chet Baker and wow, how I relate to so much going on in his life story. While we shouldn't diagnose historic figures, I sure do read a lot of autistic traits in there. Any other #ActuallyAutistic#jazz friends familiar with his life story?
I'm becoming very uncomfortable with my clothes. I hate to wear most of my old clothes, which are predominantly masc. I really want more femme ones, preferably androgynous.
(Yes, my parents used to choose and buy my clothes, but I really need to find a new style, also because of gender... My clothes lasted many years, but it's time to get new ones that I want to choose myself.)
So I need to divide the problem into two problems.
Finding a new style (see next toot)
Getting new (or, perhaps even better, second-hand) clothes
Advice is appreciated for each of these steps :)
Being #actuallyAutistic doesn't make either of these steps easy. Regarding step 2:
Visiting stores causes very high anxiety before entering. If I manage to enter, I get severely overstimulated by the many ads, people, and garments. I twice tried to visit the local free-shop, but I just was too anxious 😐
Trying new clothes is very stressful
Some sensory issues (see next toot)
Online shopping is also stressful and complicated since I don't have (and really don't want to have) a credit card; I only pay via IBAN
Getting used to new clothes or even an entirely new style is also difficult; I usually only make small changes
Hello lovely folks! Reposting my #Introduction for my new instance. My interests are all over the place, but these are the things I'm most likely to post about:
@Pathfinder Indeed, it is. At 69, I feel I can now allow myself time to de-stress. Less peopling, more essential alone time. The pandemic isolation was so good for me, even when I deplored its necessity, and missed seeing my grandkids. I discovered my neurodivergence and being #ActuallyAutistic. @DivergentDumpsterPhoenix@actuallyautistic@autisticadvocacy
Hello! I am reposting my pinned toots from my Mastdodon account, and this one is about who I am.
I'm Jessica, a British #Ace in her 30s who recently discovered they're #ActuallyAutistic.
I made a Twitter account last year when I thought I had BPD, OCD & GAD. However, I struggled to connect to those communities, and later learned I was misdiagnosed. I still experience depression and anxiety, though now see these stemming from being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world.
I have found acceptance and understanding in the #neurodivergent community which helps me learn something new about myself every day. I use my account to learn more and talk about my life and experiences as someone who recently learned they belonged to these communities.
I used to think I was shy, introverted and antisocial. I never posted much online for fear of being judged or misunderstood, it was easier to just keep to myself. I now know this isn't true, and I just hadn't found the right community.
Since being on Mastodon, I've really enjoyed meeting various people across many different communities. In a different pinned post, I've listed a bunch of interests in hashtags - feel free to follow if we share stuff in common!
Do other #ActuallyAutistic people recognize this: whenever i get stressed by incidents of harassment, i become physically ill.
First time i was aware of that, was in 2015 - lots of stress and ignorant colleagues at that workplace caused a lot of heavy guts problems and pain.
In 2017 another job, even more stress because of bullying colleagues: i became very ill at some point (taken away by ambulance), some variant of Menieres disease since then.
Now each time something similar - street harassment, remarks - happen, i tend to get sick.
This morning f.i., after an awful remark of some unknown guy, i thought i was okay. But after 2 hours i suddenly felt sick and very tired again. Still now.
Once you have sort of mastered the way to mimic the politeness niceties for a situation, does it feel super condescending to use them?
For example, I followed my boss's example at work about how to be polite and supportive of the people I supervise. I've got it down now (including how to convey the right mood, how much to do, that kind of thing), but I absolutely hate doing it. I feel like I'm treating them like children.
I’m offering 5 spots in one of my upcoming #ActuallyAutistic self advocacy and life coaching groups at 50% to the first of my followers who reach out. That’s €125 for 5 weeks of autistic community, learning, coaching, and frankly, a life changing experience.
Here are the upcoming dates & times - like this post and reply below if you want a spot for €125! 5 spots only!
Didn’t get to finish grocery shopping because the store had the AC turned up too high and people were walking too slowly. Fortunately my husband is getting it done while I wait in the car so I don’t hit overstimulation.
Before I knew I was #ActuallyAutistic I’d be beating myself up for being “lazy” and “dramatic.” Now I’m just attending to my sensory needs and remembering THAT IS OKAY 💜
@mattblaze (chuckles) #ActuallyAutistic people can tell you that #SocialMedia merely #amplifies the #annoyance people cause like alcohol amplifies aspects of behavior and personality. But this simply reinforces the truth of your analysis. 😁