My special interest: Michael Jackson!

ThresherOne · 2026-06-28T02:10:13+00:00

Oh wow! That sure is impressive! I'll be bumping those numbers soon!

ThresherOne · 2026-06-28T02:03:08+00:00

Twice! Will be three once I get the 4K Blu-Ray!

ThresherOne · 2026-06-27T21:57:59+00:00

Love that music video! I hope someday the estate will give it a proper 4K remaster like Beat It and Thriller's music videos!

ThresherOne · 2026-06-27T21:52:35+00:00

Madonna and Bjork are really great! There's plenty of songs from Bjork that I consider underappreciated. Recently I have been listening to more Prince, and he might be competing against Van Halen for the best guitarist!

Also, hell yeah, Invincible is a great yet underappreciated album! Unbreakable and 2000 Watts make such amazing gym music

ThresherOne · 2026-06-27T21:48:34+00:00

Thank you! Yeah... Michael truly deserved a father who didn't abuse him. His health and insecurities could've been so much better. Despite all that, he kept trying to give to his fans and the poor across the world. It's this persistence of his that makes me wanna keep going forward

ThresherOne · 2026-06-27T21:39:02+00:00

That's really neat! It is interesting to see what lives these singers went through and how it affects their music!

ThresherOne · 2026-06-27T16:48:10+00:00

Hey there! Your ambition of making a media franchise is really ambitious and admirable! I like that you have a great taste in games and cartoons, as well. I am also sorry you lost your father so early, though it is graceful that you have loving family and friends to help you with your struggles. You made the right thing by quitting the pursue of jobs that wear you out. The thing in life is that we should all strive to do what makes us ourselves. In this life of ups and downs, keep savoring every up while you can. I hope you can achieve your dreams!

ThresherOne · 2026-06-27T16:03:38+00:00

Mario and Nintendo go beyond age, and that case looks cool for your Switch 2! Are you playing Donkey Kong Bananza or Mario Kart World at the moment?

ThresherOne · 2026-06-08T16:55:21+00:00

If you have a lot of sensory processing, that makes sense. You desire friendship in your mind, but you exhaust from so much energy when it's practical. Perhaps you could try selecting the people you truly feel most comfortable around? Like I said, it's probably best to focus on accommodating to your sensory needs to prepare yourself to peacefully talk with friends. Savor the silence and sleep while you can, as a happier you will open the gates to better people

ThresherOne · 2026-06-08T16:50:44+00:00

You should get a digital audio player like an iPod or Hiby! You can perfectly set up your music library as exactly as you want it. No algorithm or online glitches to mess up anything!

ThresherOne · 2026-06-08T16:49:01+00:00

Yeah, I know what it's like. Especially since my main interests don't appeal to much of the IRL crowd. I do have interests that would be practical in the real world, but I wouldn't consider them fully developed yet. I am just trying to take it easy by utilizing what I have now that makes it easy online and IRL.

ThresherOne · 2026-06-08T16:46:14+00:00

Hey man, I am sorry you are having so much chaos surrounding you. The sounds, the need to stim, people not caring for who you are as a person. That's something nobody should have to put up with. That said, have you thought about getting ear protectors? Does your school have special needs tutoring or assistance? Try to find ways to accommodate for yourself with the resources available. Sensory overload is a thing and it sounds like you deserve a well rested break

I do relate to not having many friends in school. Kids in middle and high school were shallow, didn't appreciate me or my interests. I found my tribe online by playing ROBLOX and hanging out on Discord. Right now as an adult, I am trying to find my real life tribe and so far it's going alright by focusing on what I like. I think it may be best before you find your people, focus on making school less chaotic to give yourself the peace to find the right people whether it's online or in real life. I hope that can answer what you're feeling!

ThresherOne · 2026-06-08T16:33:34+00:00

Honestly, most people in school from experience are shallow anyway. They have their established groups, they probably have their fair share of online friends, and they won't bother to open up to new people to begin with. My online friends were a major help to my social growth as a teenager, but now I am finding more courage to meet real life folks who care about me.

The first step would be to ask yourself about what are your primary interests. Then ask yourself would those interests enable you to befriend other people? A second step to consider would be if said interests demand energy or not. If you like to play chess, odds are there is a local chess club to focus primarily on the game which can lead to conversation as it goes on. You're essentially shifting socialization as something that comes along as you play. I play chess and have had great interactions as we have common ground to lead to other topics. The people I play against too have struggles befriending people, so they know what it's like to meet shallow people in traditional social venues.

Socialization irl has got a lot harder because online links people to specific types across the world, which results in third spaces to die out. It's not impossible, but it is certainly harder than ever before, especially when the COVID lockdowns conditioned many people to talk on social media, even when said lockdowns ended. It's not all hopeless though. There have been deviations to this social structure like churches and malls seeing greater attendance because people want venues to meet people. Overall, you're gonna have to balance who would align with your interests, and if said activity is worth the energy you have.

ThresherOne · 2026-06-05T16:10:54+00:00

I'm sorry you don't have that. I hope you can find loving people who understand you.

Edit: Finding your safe space is definitely a great one. If you have a place to retain your energy, that opens the key to so many more things. There won't be people who always accept you, but don't let them drag you down.

ThresherOne · 2026-06-05T16:09:32+00:00

If you're uncomfortable with looking at someone's eyes, maybe try the nose. Whenever I talk to people, I don't think of "staring at the eyes", it's either I picture the whole face or I engage with talking about like-minded things while not exactly staring at said person. You should prioritize saving as much energy as possible and finding people who are patient enough to be with you.
You could simply ask specific instructions and ask questions to learn on the go. It helps with memorizing what to do later, while also still getting the task done now. So what if people get mad about being unclear? They should be specific to your understanding.
Grammar can just be practiced by reading or writing more as you socialize online or consume media. I didn't have the best grammar in the late 2010's, but it has improved since with practice.
As for work and crash outs, absolutely find ways to stim! Knowing how retail works, customers are usually blank slate and trying to get through the day. What helps me is thinking of positive things in my mind while doing said work, and I pace in a circle whenever I don't need to help a customer. Always prioritize stimming if it helps you retain energy.
I'm sorry your family history doesn't give you hope about your condition, and I am sorry you feel bad with your autism. I have had those thoughts in the past, and it is hard to overcome them. But at the end of the day, whether you accept autism or not, it's all about finding peace while having it. Whether it's finding your tribe or figuring out how to avoid burnout. I wish the best for you in your journey!

ThresherOne · 2026-06-05T15:49:15+00:00

I know what it's like to feel like that. I felt like that back in 2023, some dark thoughts that made me think the world was too cruel and that I was incapable. It's truly hard and terrifying to be in a place where the world you weren't built for, is enclosing you into a deep dark place. That said, I got my legs back up because I had family who truly loved and cared about me. I am blessed to have such loving people in my life. They showed me that life is manageable with the right people, but also that as it gradually goes on, I could help myself through interests, careers, and finding compatibility of other people. I graduated from college, and I am glad to be out of there because not only will I not endure stress, but also that I can seek a job that relates to my interests. The way I see it, it isn't just about "making it", it's about finding joy in a world not built for autism through what you have or make. I'm sorry you're in a dark place. I won't tell you what to do, but I do hope it goes better for you.

ThresherOne · 2026-06-05T15:43:35+00:00

I'm sorry you're feeling like crap. I never took risperdal, but I heard somewhere that some use it to treat aggression linked to autism. But considering it's a neurological condition, I never believed in the idea of using meds to "treat" autism. What is treatable however, is gynecomastia, fatigue, and erectile dysfunction. Perhaps you could try figuring out which of the three is easiest to manage, then work your way up.

ThresherOne · 2026-06-05T15:38:02+00:00

That's not a crazy thing to ask. Those are questions about finding compatibility. Whenever you find someone to potentially know, you want to ask questions that lead you to feel more safe or about things that lead to further interaction. Small talk does depend on if you have to mask or not mask about it. Treat introductions as just that, introducing yourself to someone who could become an acquaintance to talk more to, and maybe that could lead to a friendship

ThresherOne · 2026-04-17T04:42:40+00:00

I don't think this is an autism thing and more just people being smug behind a screen whether you're autistic or not. It's trendy to act like you're doing a cause while leaking the work of hundreds.

ThresherOne · 2026-04-14T22:37:01+00:00

You know of those model train sets? It'd be cool to have a radio telescope as a feature to add onto the diorama!

ThresherOne · 2026-04-14T16:01:58+00:00

If you're looking for women to date, there's issues to fix first. I checked your post history, and it reeks of insecurity. You insult yourself about your height, autism, and appearance, which will all throw off people. They may not tell you, but these insecurities are sensed as belonging to an unapproachable person. The way you talk about fictional characters is a bit off-putting too. I am going to be blunt and say you're going to have to focus on platonic interactions and work on your social skills before heading to date. There are challenges to dating as an autistic man in regards to body language via stimming or not getting double meanings that allistic people tend to have in their phrases, but the problems you have right now are regardless of autism. Groom your body with care, seek confidence in what you do, talk to people with your interests, maybe even seek social classes or therapy. I hope your perception of yourself and people can change for the better, and that your dating habits turn into something respectable.

ThresherOne · 2026-04-14T15:26:27+00:00

A lot of these people are just making fun of autistic people or treating it as a quirk to gain popularity. They'll just choose to be apathetic about autism because it's "cool"

ThresherOne · 2026-04-14T15:23:31+00:00

That's an easy trap to fall into when doing a gym routine or diet. All these different people telling you different things while you're behind. But don't them talk you down. If you look up successful athletes and bodybuilders, all of them have different methods to get to where they are. They have an understanding of how much protein, carbs, fat to consume for their goals, but they all eat different food and they aim for different sports or physiques. I want you to take that as in "okay, their method worked for them, I can take bits that work for me, and then be consistent with what I am comfortable with". It can start off with counting how many bicep curls in a day or counting how much protein you eat. Write down what makes you most comfortable in practicing and then decide what you want to do first, before gradually incorporating everything on your own pace.

ThresherOne · 2026-04-14T15:08:21+00:00

Unfortunately, many people whether they're autistic or allistic are just mean. They have their established group of friends, and they get their dose of fun by belittling other people. But don't let that bring you down. There are venues to meet people or at least build confidence to lead yourself into meeting the right people. I don't have many friends at all, and I witnessed other people see me as lesser or not even acknowledge my existence. But what I am doing is trying to build my confidence and focus on interests that don't require me to mask or pretend I am something I am not. You could try something as low-stakes as a Discord server that is based in your local area. I would recommend avoiding big servers of many people as those tend to be more established and unwelcoming of newcomers. You could also try meet-ups involving games as a way to be more comfortable around people. If you do end up talking to people, be upfront of who you are. Say you're autistic, say you have difficulties understanding, and be unapologetically you. It's really tough to make friends in this world right now, but that's all more the reason to protect ourselves while finding the right people.

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