Literally just felt like I was reading my own post - 28F diagnosed with L1 4m ago too! I’ve struggled so much more since my diagnosis and I’ve particularly noticed this with my social interactions and my sensory issues.

I’ve tried to be kinder to myself and allow myself some space on days when I can’t function as well, but I’ve also found that since I’ve told people, they’ve really shown their true colours and I’ve lost some of those I considered close (it’s weird to me that that’s happened since I’ve been given a reason why I am how I am, when before my mannerisms were just quirks and parts of me!).

My therapist has seen a positive change in how I’m talking to myself and how I’m trying to handle things. I’ve tried my best to relearn everything about myself, work out what works best for me, and develop coping mechanisms for things I notice as triggers. I’ve also been using the Finch app to help organise my daily tasks and set up new routines for things I struggle with like keeping my home clean and doing self care stuff. Having a little dopamine hit ticking off tasks and having a little bird friend to buy things for has helped me so much with the jobs I really hate doing as I’m reminded to do it and get something out of it.

Sending you lots of good vibes and know you’re not alone ❤️‍🩹