I hope you get the answers Martin.
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I hope you get the answers Martin.
Being autistic in 1997 means meltdowns for me. 2025 means still meltdowns. My meltdowns don't go away as I got older, I'm just able to manage them better than when I was 10. That is all.
This plays a huge part in why I don't agree with the whole level system at all. I relate so much to what you're saying with this.
Being autistic is wanting so much for people to be respectful for how you are. Yet all the years that do go by, always someone that ain't respectful for how you are.
Hope you're able to take care nicola 👍
Autistic life is not wanting to be lonely. Autistic life is also wanting to be alone.
Autistic life at social events. Inside, it felt like hell. Outside, it looked like I was happy.
"You're not like everyone else" Autistic me: "That's right I'm not, but at least I'm being me and not trying to fit in with others by being fake" 🤪
Why does the 90s feel like its 10 years ago when it's actually not.
Autistic me is confused how people have energy throughout the day when I barely seem to have any. Story of my life.
Oh I don't know. It's a documentary talking about someone's way of life.
He's talking to someone tonight on channel 5 at 9pm that is. Well it's pre recorded.
Disappointed in what he had to say today to be honest.
Ben fogle really needs to educate himself on autism. Not "everyone does have a slightly autistic mind" And Not "everyone is on the spectrum"
No fogle we're not all on the spectrum. Disappointed in your words today on the tv. #autistic
They look amazing matthew.
Well said.
And people still living in 1957 even though it was never ever right thing to do back then or before. But here we are.
Why don't people grasp this.
Just abit of a heads up here. Never ever tell someone who is autistic to be or act a certain way. It's not just going to catch you completely out but may also lead to completely messing up the autistics head for the rest of the day or more. Being respectful goes along way.
Has it got better in 2025 all these years later?! I don't believe it has, yes there's far more information about these days and more people are talking about autism but.. At the end if the day it's STILL EXPECTED to just get on.. you're 18 now.. just get on. Not acceptable at all. Rant over.
I remember even going into my 20s feeling like I got thrown into the world without support or a user's guide at all. You will learn and adapt, you have to.. yes I did and it was tough but it shouldn't be like that at all.
Everyone is too busy in their own life to notice, or care, whether or not you're overwhelmed in public, that's the reality of being autistic adult. We all inherently make exceptions for children, but not as an adult, you're on your own like everyone else. It shouldn't be like this.
There is people out there that are autistic and are simply bad to be around. Some will try to use you, then throw you away. No matter where you go in the world. As autistics we must learn how to filter out the bad ones. Not easy. Meaning, leave them behind, once you notice any potential red flags.
I agree.
The bottom line is my head was telling me no, I'm not like others, how can that be fun, just no.
Autistic life was instead of going out at 18 and into my 20s I was just sitting in my room developing all these what feels useless emotional depth that you can't really do anything with. I could've just partied instead. and had fun. and felt alive. When I was young and most free and able to do so.
Me too.
I used to think this.. alot. But it got to the point of what's the point.. it changes nothing and wasn't great for my wellbeing. Take care.
I agree with this so much.
I'm hopeful one that they will.
Yeah that aswell.
Someone that doesn't have a clue.
"Oh you're autistic so you like reading dictionaries" I don't actually. I also plan to read many books but never actually get round to read many books.
Autistic me: I’m lonely, I should try to spend time with others. Also autistic me: I’m so exhausted, anxious and overwhelmed. I don’t have the energy, focus or mindset necessary for me to meaningfully connect with others and have positive interactions at this time.
Some autistic people don't speak, some speak a lot. Some stim, some don't. Some avoid eye contact, some don't. Autism isn’t just one story. It’s a library full of wonderful people.
It is indeed 🙂
The whole soundtrack should for me 🙂
Agreed.
Awesome performance. I only tuned in just for that tonight.
I'm literally just tuning in to this tonight just for the music of clair obscur.
Ah I see your point.
After waking up today it seems lots of people relate to this one. Part 2 of my list for autistic me. Waiting to go out.. music. Seeing someone you ain't seen for a while.. music. Discontinued product from shop.. music. After spending time at a family event.. music. Basically music is awesome.
I'm hoping they do at least a couple of songs tonight. Until next life and lum are my favourite two 🙂 Have a good day.
This is such a good idea.
I don't agree with the whole low to mild or moderate. You're ethier autistic or not, that is just the way I see life. I may post about this one day for my reasonings why. I get on the best with I can, because.. well I have no choice, I am how I am and that's that. Welcome to Bluesky.
I just have one playlist of 299. Split between vocals and without.
This is a good question. For me my playlist consists of 299 songs or types of music, some with lyrics and some not. I really update the list but it covers all what I'm feeling. Why 299.. I actually don't know.
Kvaii - Tenderness in Dreams (orchestral mix) On repeat 🙂
I need one of these.
I'm quite open as long as it feels soothing.
Some of the best music in my opinion has no lyrics 🙂
Good for you 👍
And they look great 🙂👍
It's all about the music 👍
Nothing resets my autistic brain quite like music does. Feeling stressed.. music. Feeling anxious.. music. Meltdown.. music. Burned the hell out.. music. Getting judged by others.. music. Uncomfortable in new areas.. music. The list goes on. If in doubt.. music.
I think your on to something here richard 👍
To expand further on what I said earlier. To the people that judge, I'm simply a better human not being around these people. Why should I have any regrets about being autistic, when there is nothing I can do to alter people's views on me. Surround yourself with the good people, not the bad.
Anytime Soren. Take care.
Hello Soren, this is fair enough. You have to look after number one, which is yourself. I currently have my DM's turned off. I find extended breaks away from here helps me alot, I'm due another one.
Worth a look. The soundtrack is beautiful.
While I did enjoy this performance I think of songs like until next life from clair obscur will be incredible and possibly one of the best ever at the game awards this year. If they do them that is.
People can and will judge you for not being a certain way. Especially if it's nothing like them. The thing is, autistic me will not pretend to be a certain way to fit in with others. Why not ? Because it wouldn't be me. At least when people call out my behaviour I'm being myself. Be yourself.
And when someone doesn't leave that part off I say, my brain doesn't work like yours.
I am fine actually, I'm just autistic.
I get this too. It is disrespectful.
Being autistic can be quite frustrating. Not because of autism itself but because how others respond to us. I often get told "I'm not autistic and I do that" I wonder if comments like this are trying to come across as being polite in some sort of way but failing miserably on the delivery front.
Good evening Ria, Just seen you on QI.. yes granted the episode was years ago but there you go. From one autistic to another 👍
Being autistic can mean many things for people. One might not be comfortable with sound, whereas another might not be bothered in the slightest. One can't cope with food mixing with other foods on the plate; to someone else, it doesn't matter. Truth be told, one set of traits doesn't fit all.
I agree.
Yep that's the one.
I love the first under water level music of that game.
Autistic life is stepping foot outside your front doot for a second then quickly closing the door after going back in and say "no I'm just not peopling today" Autistics can find others quite overwhelming, whether it is masking or not, It's important to take time just for you when possible.
Autistic people trying to flirt
Erm.. what is a actual friend again ?!
With how I am with phone calls, autistic me is not free for a call, let alone a quick call which will feel not quick at all.
Can honestly say, even I didn't see that come back happening. Well played.
That's the early 00s for you. I'd like to think it's better than when I was at school but I still read alot of similar experiences to me even now. That's with even all the resources and everything online. Luckily my time at college after that was better, not perfect but alot better.
Looks lovely cara. I do love the sound of the sea aswell, it's sooo soothing.
I'm pleased he has better time at highschool anyway. Me however.. not so much, it was like I stuck out like a sore thumb.
Rules are not made for everyone in the first place. They are designed to maintain a social hierarchy. The reason why autistic people get battered with rules is because we are not in the inner social circle. People can break the rules way worse anyway but somehow you’re being watched like some hawk.
Not just London, can confirm the midlands too. Take care out there.
At the end of the day Megan, people say what they want to say regardless of if it's the right thing to say or not.. why.. because they can.
This really shouldn't be a thing but sadly this is.
What a wonderful setting this is.
Are people really that silly, it appears that they are.
I had this recently said to me on here about something that I said.
It's a mystery.
People really need TO STOP saying to autistics "that's not autism" Plesse do better.
Fair.
”I get tired too, you're no different from anybody else“ Zzzzzzz
And yet we are told we're just being "over the top" Make it make sense.
I don't take any notice of this. People have been saying this for months and here we are. Rome wasn't built in a day. Zzzzzz
Autistic life is staying home where it's comfortable and don't have to use energy that I don't have, I get down because I am isolated and lonely and don't feel part of the world. When I do go places and do things, I get anxiety and overstimulated and just want to be home. Well that is fun isn't it.
I understand, I think I know where it is, but abit far from me. Anyway the reason I asked is in the UK roughly it can be between 2 to 3 years, or maybe more. I'm seeing more and more people especially in recent time getting diagnosised in that time frame.
Where abouts are you Alastair? Hope that's OK to ask, if not I apologise. I waited nearly 3 years for mine in the UK.
Autistic me goes out outside for a walk because that will be nice, it's not too warm. Autistic me comes back 1 minute later because it feels too warm.
Autistic me finds that ‘You have a silly walk’, type of comments are always a precursor to bullying from others. It seems that I'm setting off the dislike alarm somewhere in their brain, but they couldn’t quite identify why they didn't like me, even though I hadn’t done anything to deserve it.
Yes I do this alot to and get the look of "what are you talking about"
One of the more rather interesting things of being autistic is I pick up on smells that others may not pick up on.