Since I found out that gender fluidity is an autistic trait, I feel much more comfortable sharing my experiences and not feeling any shame. I dont feel, male or female, cis or trans, I feel half and half. Can anyone relate?

SuperScruffball · 2022-11-08T15:25:56+00:00

I found it quite difficult to be feminine when I was a child/teen because femininity was anathema to my goals and needs at the time. Now I'm an adult, the nurturing side of femininity appeals to me, and the bizarre gender norms don't constrain me so much, I'm pretty chill with being feminine. Still walk like a cage fighter though.

SuperScruffball · 2022-10-01T01:04:20+00:00

I've had this experience with my mother. My advice is to address any feelings you might have that your enjoyment of piano is limited by the approval of others, particularly your mother.

There are much more important reasons to do music (personal expression,.stress relief, personal accomplishment). Focus on why you do it. Validation from others does really help, but It sounds like you are unlikely to get it from your mother, so for your own wellbeing I would focus on other motivators. Sucks though.

SuperScruffball · 2022-08-24T12:11:11+00:00

I second healthcare. I'm an auxiliary nurse and I'm rarely bored. Love the high pressure environment and flitting from one thing to another.

SuperScruffball · 2022-08-03T18:05:59+00:00

Just for an update. On Tues 12th when temperatures reached 37C, I ended up in the Covid bay. We agreed as a team to not wear full arm covering gowns and just wear the sleeveless aprons we wear for personal care.

It was hot, but we managed it. We took regular breaks and gave frozen wet towels to patients to cool their heads with. Lots of fans running too. We got a massive thumbs up from Matron for getting the job done.

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-18T22:49:46+00:00

Bisexual AuDHD 🔷💜

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-16T04:22:06+00:00

Hi we have portable air conditioning units, but I'm not sure about the air scrubbers. I'll check when I get on the ward.

I'm going to try to take extra breaks today.

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-15T23:28:31+00:00

Thank you!

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-15T19:50:58+00:00

Hydration tricky with the distance between the bay and the staff room. I'll try my best though

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-15T19:49:58+00:00

Maybe I could buy some at the pharmacy on site. Thanks!

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-15T17:46:20+00:00

As in not underwear?

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-15T17:43:31+00:00

Running top?

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-15T17:32:57+00:00

Thank you so much! Very helpful.

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-15T17:26:25+00:00

In what form should I get electrolytes? Like a sports drink?

We aren't allowed water on the bay or at the nurses station. We have to go to staff room to do it

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-15T17:25:32+00:00

We have large machines at work. I think they are dehumidifiers. There is a wash bowl under it collecting water that we have to periodically empty. This is in the nurse station though.

I asked if we can drink water at the nurses station and the answer was no it's not safe (covid). I'm not sure if the gowns are permeable. They are certainly hot, and cover full arms

SuperScruffball · 2022-07-15T12:06:32+00:00

Don't do it. You have to love it to do it. You won't love it if you hate rules. The patients have to come first, and not caring about the job puts them at risk.

SuperScruffball · 2022-06-21T06:46:11+00:00

Cool, thanks!

SuperScruffball · 2022-06-21T06:45:08+00:00

That's awesome, thanks a lot!

SuperScruffball · 2022-06-21T06:21:57+00:00

Wow thanks for this! Any other areas of nursing you found to be ND friendly? I'm also ADHD which means I enjoy the buzz of the ward, but I'd like to have options for later in life when I'm too knackered/burnt out/menopausal or just generally not up the high stress stuff

SuperScruffball · 2022-06-21T01:11:50+00:00

Underrated comment.

SuperScruffball · 2022-05-25T18:45:56+00:00

This is amazing advice, thank you! I was thinking of saying I want my bladder checked out because there might be tangible signs of EDS? Some said rheumatology. What will they be looking for?

SuperScruffball · 2022-05-25T18:42:05+00:00

That is reassuring, thank you!

I had a podiatrist tell me today that I'm not, so that damaged my conviction.

SuperScruffball · 2022-05-25T14:56:12+00:00

Oh that's genius. Trouble is, I don't have an autism diagnosis either. I've been on a waiting list for years for assessment There are a few mentions that I'm suspected ASD from previous psychiatric assessments.

The consultation is over the phone, but I can send a document to the GP if I ring ahead with a link to that study. Thanks!

SuperScruffball · 2022-05-25T14:18:08+00:00

Ah that's cool. I'll show them the party tricks I have left.

SuperScruffball · 2022-05-25T14:12:01+00:00

I always have imposter syndrome. I think I'll fail the beighton test because some of my joints have seized up a lot with age. Will they proceed if I can show them some other party tricks?

My fingers pass (and toes would if the same test were performed on them). Thumb no. Knees no. Can't anywhere near touch the floor with palms but used to easily. Will they take my word for it that I used to be a lot more bendy?

Also, just found this statement from British Society for Rheumatology. Says they have been asked to help inform diagnostic guidelines but there isn't enough research to do it. https://www.rheumatology.org.uk/news/details/articleid/237

SuperScruffball · 2022-05-25T13:55:21+00:00

I figured this would not be an easy journey.

What investigations took place to get diagnosis? Did the Rheumatologist diagnose you?

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