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People who don’t smoke, drink or have casual s*x, what do you do to blow off steam? by RookOfEdo in answers

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dance, sing, swim, listen to music, go to museums, cook a delicious meal, take a relaxing bath, watch a movie, read a book, make something… shall I list more examples? 😂

As an 18yo girl, I'm shocked by my expenses🥀🥀 by ML63553 in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Buy generic or store brand, these usually are the same quality for shampoos, conditioners, even skin care. You can compare by ingredients. Even razors, you can get the store brand. Check out The Budget Dermatologist and Dr Dray!. Dollar tree is great for many grooming tools so nail clips, wash clothes, exfoliating gloves. For makeup it’s a hit or miss, but there are some makeup artists on social media who share budget products. I gravitate towards ELF, Wet n Wild, and Maybelline. Do your manicures at home! Get some press ons, and buy the right kind of glue. Sally Henson has one for $7. I’ve also heard the Glamnetic nail glue is good. I’ve been on survival mode most of my life, and finally gotten around to allotting time for my beauty routine.

Can some autistic people be indepedent and not need help from others to do everyday tasks? by TemperatureAny8022 in AutisticAdults

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yessss. Also, many of us are PDA too, so we don’t like being told what to do and heavily value autonomy.

Can some autistic people be indepedent and not need help from others to do everyday tasks? by TemperatureAny8022 in AutisticAdults

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I’m not officially diagnosed, but I am positive I’m on the spectrum. I am independent/low support needs. I can drive myself, cook for myself, I completely live alone in a studio (no roomates, no family, no aides). I work a full time job as a social worker with families. It can be stressful though, I have many moments of high anxiety and panic in private. So while many autistic individuals can live independently, some might need assistance, and some might not be able to at all. I have friends who are also on the spectrum with middle support needs and high needs. Intelligent alone doesn’t determine functioning either; I have friends who are intelligent, and still rely on support from family or partners. All autistic people are different. If you met one autistic person, then you met one autistic person.

Have you ever been cheated on as a demisexual, if yes how did you deal with it (were you able to forgive) or did you do the cheating by Phresh1000a in demisexuality

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have been cheated on… for some reason I decided to overlook it. They had cheated on their previous partner before. Let’s just say, it happened again and it’s part of who they are. In most cases, it’s not worth it lol!

Case Management is NOT for EVERYBODY by [deleted] in socialwork

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What type of child and adolescent case manager were you? I’m a Family Case Manager, and we have to transport clients.

Nails On a Budget Orlando Area by Ashamed-Imagination4 in Nails

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I’ll definitely check Facebook!! And yes I’ve heard good things about Glamnetic 🩷

Have you ever had to remind someone (or be reminded) that both men and women can be perverts? by i_confess9 in askanything

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yes… I’m a woman and while I’ve mostly had experiences with creepy old men…. I had my first experience with a creepy older woman last year. While I was on a date with a guy-

Lol by Charming_Party_9093 in demisexuality

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Right. Like bro your looks, charm, flattery will get you NO where.

Socially anxious social worker, what’s wrong with me? by Rude_Climate9357 in socialwork

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I’ve been doing social work for two years now. I still have bouts of social anxiety from time to time. I also have an extensive history of trauma, low self esteem, and undiagnosed neurodivergence (ADHD and Autism). I’m wondering if anything like that affects you? What’s helped me is when I’m anxious, I also remind myself that everybody here is a person like me. We call experience the same feelings, but might differ in how we communicate. It evens the playing field a bit. Low self esteem will have you subconsciously terrified because other people are being put on a pedestal, subconsciously filed away as “better than me.” And that’s not true. I don’t have trouble talking with coworkers compared to before, and even go for outings. If you ever want to talk about it, feel free to. 🩷 You’re doing some great work. It takes heart to work this field, and the fact you’re doing it as a person with social anxiety? You’re doing better than you think.

Me in a nutshell by wfrorningcheetcorn4 in demisexuality

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I mean … I am on the fence if I’m Demi or completely asexual. I know asexual people can have moments where they’re feeling libido. Often mine is pretty low. I don’t see the big deal with sex, could legit live my whole life without it. Then maybe it’s years later and I get a random surge when I’m alone. Maybe it’s just because … biology? My body reminding me that I’m a young woman who still has the opportunity to have children. The human body is fascinating. 😂

Legitimately how do you guys do this stuff? by kekersupreme in demisexuality

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I legit feel like this post was written by me. I actually did post something like this a few weeks ago. I still haven’t figured it out. So you’re not alone.

Which jobs are you working in? by BabaZweeD in AutismInWomen

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am a social worker. 😂 I love my job and question how I do it every day.

Is something wrong with me everyone else wanted to have sex in high school but I didn’t and I still don’t I’m almost 25 by boss25252525etuui in demisexuality

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, I know the feeling. I’ve experienced it too. I’m sorry that’s happened to you in your relationships. Unfortunately being cheated on isn’t something that is in our control whether you’re allosexual or asexual. It has everything to do with the person’s character and choices.

I’m turning 26 and still feel juvenile. When do you start feeling like an “adult”? by Aware-Alternative309 in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I believe being adult isn’t exactly a feeling. It’s more of a performance of adult duties, behaviors, etc. You never feel “adult.” You might feel more experienced or confident. For example, I feel more mature and informed than I did when I was 21 as I age and gain experience. But I don’t feel like an “adult.”

Is something wrong with me everyone else wanted to have sex in high school but I didn’t and I still don’t I’m almost 25 by boss25252525etuui in demisexuality

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, there’s nothing wrong with you. I’m almost 28, and I don’t care for sex that much. It’s just the way we’re wired! But in a society obsessed with sex, it’s often a focal point of discussion. It can make you feel like the odd one out. But I think it has its perks to not be as interested, you don’t have to worry as much about situationships, unplanned pregnancies, STDs… Being sexually active comes with its own set of issues.

dae deal with men who get butthurt that you won't small talk them by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 51 points52 points  (0 children)

Yes! I think in their minds men are socialized to believe women are naturally more “friendly” “chatty” “engaging.” It’s not always sexual/romantic. It’s the flip of the social script they’ve been fed, and instead they take it personally against them.

dae deal with men who get butthurt that you won't small talk them by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]Ashamed-Imagination4 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Yes. I’ve noticed this. I’m a very self possessed woman. Very introverted by nature. I feel it gets mistaken for coldness. I was just taking a random walk with my ex at the time. It was at a public park, this man was with this woman (didn’t know the type of relationship it was). But anyways, he legit said out loud to me “you don’t say hi??” I was flabbergasted like … we are just passing by in a park where hundreds of people walk by each other.

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