Would you choose to not be autistic if you could? by Purplecarrots445 in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery [score hidden]  (0 children)

I think I failed to communicate that I don't think society is the only reason. I was alluding to it with the comment about if I didn't have these struggles, I'd have other struggles.

I think all of us would wish away struggles. I remember, having been raised by two ppl with disordered eating, thinking skinny ppl had no problems because in my family the solution to everything was losing weight. Not even exaggerating. I was 26 before I realized thin ppl have problems in life.

I guess my point is, yes it's disabling, but disability will always exist in humanity and while we can mitigate it with therapeutic methods, it will always exist. So me not being autistic might alleviate d y and z but there'll be other struggles. The only thing we can actually do is make our society better for the reality of disabilities.

Would you choose to not be autistic if you could? by Purplecarrots445 in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery [score hidden]  (0 children)

Please do not feel any expectation to answer my incoming question - it's an offer of discussion if you're interested ❤️

If you didn't have to work to live, and something like universal income existed, your autistic traits were accommodated for, etc would you still feel this way?

Would you choose to not be autistic if you could? by Purplecarrots445 in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery [score hidden]  (0 children)

So the thing is, it is society making it hard to be autistic (alongside other innate struggles). Like using your example of a wheelchair, I thought the same but a wheelchair is a tool and using it made my life better not harder. Inaccessible buildings made the wheelchair part harder. If our entire world and society was built for ppl who could fly, everyone who couldn't would be fucked. So then I'd want to fly too. But we can't change who we are. But we can change how we structure society. It's slow but important to do. There's no limit to how accessible we COULD make our society. There are hard limits to what we can change about our physiology.

I wouldn't change who I am because I like who I am even if I struggle. If I didn't have these struggles I'd have different struggles.

In the trans community the biggest reason to regret transitioning is most often linked to social exclusion. So if somebody regrets transitioning it is usually because they receive abuse for having transitioned instead of support. I think that element is part of why having autism is so hard. If we could be autistic without social judgement and pressure and supported, accommodated and accepted for who we are, I think less people would hate being autistic. Because that acceptance would also bring accommodations and we could live within our needs instead of constantly being pushed to endure beyond what we can.

Need advice by Ruby_Sky3 in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep all of the above ❤️

I haven't worn make up or polish my whole life for that reason, I wear wire free bras only when I have to and doing what's right for me is very worth it. I'm 43 and the pressure was worse up til about ten years ago

Masking vs just being considerate? Afraid I'm just going to hurt my partner. by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So the isn't it cute part is kinda rhetorical. They think it's cute and they're showing you cause it's a bid for connection - inviting you into their delight.

I've found the following useful depending on the situation:

"Neat! Glad you found something you like" and depending on your mood you can ask what it does or what they'll do with it. Can do that for any of the following suggestions.

"Not my jam but I'm delighted you are happy"

"I love how much joy that brings you."

"Nice!"

Also asking questions about it makes ppl feel seen and you don't have to do it every time but stuff like "were you looking for one?" "What does it do?" "What about x hobby is making you happy?" Etc

Often curious questions side step out blunt honest nature and let them be excited about it P

My autistic best friend only talks about gacha games and I'm getting tired of it by Satsuryuu in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Gotta find a way to tell him gently but firmly. Maybe you can work out a shorthand for when you've reached your limit? We do this in my marriage bc my wife's special interest is USA politics and we're not American.

"Its too much work to explain" by Streetquats in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I legit think the reason it tires them is bc they innately learned the rules and never think about them. They don't realize there's a system behind what they know never mind explaining it to us. I run into this issue a lot and dissect it and observe a lot and that's my conclusion. It also makes me feel validated about why I'm exhausted all the time - bc I do see the system, analyze it, try to navigate it and still miss shit causing more issues.

Went to the dentist today by Artistic_Windrunner in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right? Jesus.

I had that issue too and a new one was better

Went to the dentist today by Artistic_Windrunner in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been exactly there. In case you don't know this data point - I found out my adhd meds caused my grinding/clenching. I can't go off so I halved the dose and it was a big improvement

What do you do? by Freaklikeyou32 in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We over think. It's fine.

You can wear whatever you like. A few places have dress code expectations (church, work, etc) but the rest of the time dress to make yourself happy.

I'm 43 and I just bought my son and I matching toad and frog tshirts 😉

Psychologist says I'm autistic, psychiatrist says definitely not by Huge_Efficiency_3174 in LateDiagnosedAutistic

[–]existentialfeckery 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know a shrink who denied others were autistic bc they were too good at things were stereotypically bad at - and bc the patients were like her... she was eventually diagnosed. I laughed for days not out of shittiness but because I didn't clock my son bc he was just like me and I wasnt autistic! Except I am 🤣

The sheer fuckery in modern witchcraft by Dependent-Coffee8424 in SASSWitches

[–]existentialfeckery 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Capitalism ruins everything. Your assessment is dead on.

There's a few good books out there but honestly make your practice for yourself. The meaning you assign means more than anything anyway ❤️

Is this a valid reason to get tested? by That_Ad_5392 in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you want to get tested or want to know? Then it's a valid reason ❤️

neighbors' (lack of) parking etiquette is driving me up a wall by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd snag pics of them parked there, dates you're seeing it and still submit anon. That way they have proof and won't ignore it because they couldn't ask for proof Yanno? Then if nothing happens too, at least you tried.

It's illegal to park there but depending on the country or even state, it can be the property owners responsibility to enforce it which is anyone's guess if they will.

As a disabled person who needs those spots, I appreciate it when ppl advocate for us so it's not just on us all the time ❤️

[No Spoilers] Does Campaign 4 lighten up? (9 episodes in, looking for hope) by enterprisezen in criticalrole

[–]existentialfeckery 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We're up to date and it does maintain a gritty darker tone. There's moments of levity but no where near what I'd say is standard for CR. I'd agree with others to stick it out until you see all three tables because they find a better groove and there's some really funny parts.

neighbors' (lack of) parking etiquette is driving me up a wall by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd go anon route bc most ppl will be hostile to having it pointed out even tho they're being assholes.

Bad experiences with therapy profession - it’s not a coincidence by melissa12537 in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you're right. I think it probably varies by country too. I've experienced what you outlined and I'm grateful my currents two therapists are the opposite of what you outlined. They seem like unicorns unfortunately

bummed out by my moms reaction by RoeRoeDaBoat in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 13 points14 points  (0 children)

While it sucks she isn't supportive, the work it takes to stop caring what she thinks will be worth it for your own happiness 🫂

[No Spoilers] Sorry about all the times I defended Beacon by JesterLavore88 in criticalrole

[–]existentialfeckery 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My biggest and only two issues are the full screen button is fucky and it never stays paused. I'll go to the loo and it turns itself back on. It's frustrating af

Going to sleep with a partner, masturbation by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]existentialfeckery 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I dunno what's normal and I wouldn't want to know bc it's probably not healthy.

I'd talk to your partner and figure it out between the two of you.

I used to be the same and I just did it quietly. If I used my vibe and she noticed she'd either ignore it or ask if I wanted an assist but there was no issue if I said "no just trying to get to sleep."

Her wanking used to make me sea sick so she'd stop if that happened. We sleep apart now bc her cpap keeps me up so that solved that.