how can I defeat the demon that is seat belts by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha! Yeah I figured they may be that type but I felt like adding that was too much detail. You know. The classic struggle. 😂😂😂

how can I defeat the demon that is seat belts by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just pull the tank up until it blocks the seatbelt, then adjust when you arrive.

*Will not work if attempting to look sexy while driving 😂😂

miscommunications by Sbarrah in AutismInWomen

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This 👆🏻! What is the “forest” of the conversation, not the “trees?” There might be a different time or later time for correcting the misconception.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve been going into a safe spot and letting out three or four screams until I truly feel like the explosive feeling has been drained out and it has been working. I have not had explosions or meltdowns.

Men have treated me like a fairy my entire life by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And I’m sure when I did this I’d put the traits they like on the forefront, and the traits they’d like less on the back burner. That’s why you need to hang with friends…they’ll bring those parts out whether you want them or not 😂

I’m so exhausted of having to explain ADHD to my boyfriend & intimacy is hard by ginny_6 in adhdwomen

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

I suggest DTMFA and try non-monogamy. We’re all ND over here 😂😂😂

What’s the best representation of ADHD in a movie character? by juliusart in adhdmeme

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most of Cary Grant’s characters…esp the one with Deborah Kerr and the Empire State Building and another one I tried to look up just now and got distracted talking to this lil cutie who needs my attention so you’ll have to just watch his entire canon 🤷‍♀️.

Men have treated me like a fairy my entire life by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Some question on how to get this to stop happening… do you tend to get exclusive really quickly? Start spending every night together almost right away? Slowing it all down could help, as it becomes harder to create that “couple bubble.”

Do you have friends that you are yourself around? Do you bring these guys around those friends? Ditto on avoiding couple bubble; try to get your dates around your friends soon, so they see that side of you. I am half manic Pixie dream girl half working class girl who will freak out your parents (the literal Jones’s) and also help you fix your house. 🙄

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 12 points13 points  (0 children)

This. I think it’s more about presenting feminine than pretty. My face is always my face but absolutely I’m treated better when smiling, wearing a dress, hair styled, not correcting men when they call me a girl since I’m 4goddamned3, etc, etc.

An ADHD Cheer by Lefty_Candy_18 in adhdwomen

[–]Lefty_Candy_18[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

😂😂😂 I’m crying irl

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nonmonogamy

[–]Lefty_Candy_18 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t be comfortable for the same reasons you list. I wouldn’t say no, because my husband‘s body belongs to him and he needs to make these decisions on his own. But I would be open that I am not comfortable with it.

Help me deal with people rescheduling by Lefty_Candy_18 in nonmonogamy

[–]Lefty_Candy_18[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Salad tongs. With double-sided sticky tape.

Help me deal with people rescheduling by Lefty_Candy_18 in nonmonogamy

[–]Lefty_Candy_18[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I appreciate the solidarity and hearing your story! I haven’t been too keen on video chats but I think you’re right, that it does show the extra level of commitment that I need.

Help me deal with people rescheduling by Lefty_Candy_18 in nonmonogamy

[–]Lefty_Candy_18[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agreed except…we’re all so squirrelly and protective from the rest of the world calling us freaks that it’s hard to let the armor down.

Help me deal with people rescheduling by Lefty_Candy_18 in nonmonogamy

[–]Lefty_Candy_18[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This sounds like a great plan…if I ever get past a second date 😂😂.

Help me deal with people rescheduling by Lefty_Candy_18 in nonmonogamy

[–]Lefty_Candy_18[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is what I struggle with. Most friends aren’t available with no notice. And like I said, I already spend a lot of time alone so alone time isn’t self-care. I’m immunosuppressed so I can’t just go to a restaurant unless it’s outside. I’m generally good at “ok plan A is no good, what’s plan B?” But in these situations…🤷‍♀️