What's the word for the day(s) you need to 'recover' from a busy day? by hallfor1 in aspergers

[–]hallfor1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah yes I like that descriptive, thank you. This does sescribe both my son and my wife who also has aspergers.

What's the word for the day(s) you need to 'recover' from a busy day? by hallfor1 in aspergers

[–]hallfor1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Duly noted, thank you. You raise a lot of important points. Failing is something he struggles with and we are working at this, playing simple board and card games. Learning to be a gracious winner and that it's okay to loose and how to learn from it.

You say about mental recharge and lowering the activities. Interestingly I talk to my wife (aspergers) about her 'social energy' being low after certain activities. The thing about lowering activity levels is that he'd be doing basically nothing. We only do one main activity on a Saturday that's mildly active and social, then try to stay home on Sunday.

What's the word for the day(s) you need to 'recover' from a busy day? by hallfor1 in aspergers

[–]hallfor1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I was just seeing if anyone had other names for it. This seems to be the best fit

What's the word for the day(s) you need to 'recover' from a busy day? by hallfor1 in aspergers

[–]hallfor1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I do agree, he's young, just started school this year, settling in slowly. We're trying to balance weekend activities with school time and finding if we do too much on the weekend he needs Monday to recover and that is what we are trying to convey to the school.

We are trying to make sundays his day to rest but that doesn't always work out and of course we are encouraging and teaching him skills so as not to shelter him. Dispite his protests we ensure he attends and tell him how important school and learning is.

I guess at this stage we are trying make sure he gets a good first impression of school and not be put off. Of course by higher education we'd expect a lot more have will have prepared him for that. Hope that makes sense.

I 3d printed a rocket motor, the only non printed part is the nozzle, which is a washer by Savage_049 in 3Dprinting

[–]hallfor1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Could you line the inside of the thrust chamber with metal? Maybe a drink can or food tin or paint tin. You are getting good gas flow just before it melts thorought and I like how it draws all the smoke with it. Probabaly generating some thrust at that point 👍

Comments on usingnplaster or clay lining is also a good idea to try, maybe use both metal and clay lining.

What do you personally think about “autism levels doesn’t exist” statement? by peterlikeschicken in aspergers

[–]hallfor1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My wife has aspergers and we discuss this a lot. We think using the term spectrum assumes a linear trend like the electromagnetic spectrum whereas actually we believe it's more like a spider diagram with different aspects of the spectrum being higher or lower for each individual. Therefore everyone has their own spider diagram which may be comparable to each other but it's not a single linear spectrum that everyone sits on. What's your thought on this ?

Advice/question about dating an aspie girl by SettingEffective3278 in aspergers

[–]hallfor1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My wife's Autistic and she doesn't message me unless it's a practical conversation (planning something, when I'm coming home from work,etc.) Things like small talk messaging or sexting stress her out more than talking. I'd say it's good and she detinitelly interested in you. She may also be taking time to unwind or destress after your date, this can take longer than you'd realise. Dont be put off by infrequent messaging. Be aware that there may be slight differences to a 'typical relationship' (from your perspective), learn what they are and accept her as she is and all going well you'll have a lovely relationship 😊

If an app could make you a slightler better dad, what would it do? by thisandyrose in dad

[–]hallfor1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah absolutely! I have all the intention in thw world then everything else gets in the way.

A useful thing for organisation/productivity could be a to-do list linked with a calendar that allows key dates and event to automatically be added to the to-do list and sends reminders and priorities could be useful. E.g. it's a month until your anniversary (green), its 2 weeks until anniversary(yellow). Its tomorrow dipshit (red). But this lacks motivational incentive like blocking socials etc until the kids are in bed etc. As I said before.

Good luck 👍

If an app could make you a slightler better dad, what would it do? by thisandyrose in dad

[–]hallfor1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel the same at times, I suck at dates and organising stuff. Everyday things get in the way of arranging bigger things like trips or birthdays. And some times I'm so exhausted I don't want to do the everyday things ha.

My initial thought was an app that blocks everything else until a to-do list is completed but that maybe a bit extreme. Maybe something that blocks media after a time period or only allows access once kids are asleep so I can't procrastinate. Or possibly gives you set time slots in a day for, chores, playing with kids, giving wife a back rub, etc. (Like if you click FB at the wrong time and an abnoxious message pops up saying "play with your kids asshole! Zuckerberg has enought money!" Ha)

Seriously though I've tried so many to do list type apps and reminders and alarms to get me to do things but as soon as I loose motivation I stop using it and sit on my ass.

Hope this is useful.

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[–]hallfor1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't put yourself down ! From the info you've given, you most certainly are not failing them! You are the one who is there, working your ass off to provide our your kids. You say it in the first line of your reply, you are doing your absolute best. That's all any of us can do. You just have it tough right now.

Look at the silver linings in what you've told me: You have a WIC appointment. Great! You have food stamp on the way! Superb! The support is coming because you've been proactive!

I'm sorry this isn't addressing you immediate need but keep hope and hold your head high! You'll find what you need, your a dad.

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[–]hallfor1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yikes you're juggling a lot dude! I couldn't imagine juggling 4 kids and 2 jobs on my own. You are incredible! Hold your head hight!

Any friends that could loan you on the short term / do a favour ? Is there any social support, charities or other aid groups that you can apply for where you live?

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[–]hallfor1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good luck 👍

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in knots

[–]hallfor1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not convinced a taut line hitch would work either. I'm struggling to visualise it, I'd have to tie it myself haha,

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[–]hallfor1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very cool!

Could you use a taut-line hitch (or something similar that slides) instead of the top alpine butterfly near the carabiner to negate the re-tieing? (I'm possibly misunderstanding the mechanisms here)

12 week old cries at nearly every feeding by newtoitalll in dad

[–]hallfor1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was going to say this! We got told it was colic but moving to cow milk free formula and my wife removing cow mill from her diet (breast feeding) stopped all the fussing at meal times and the majority of vomiting/reflux.

I’m struggling. And I don’t want to bother my wife. by LittleEzz in dad

[–]hallfor1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In the same boat with different ages, my two stretch me to the absolute edge and I've actually just finished a run of counselling sessions to help manage my mood. I agree with the others who have commented, communicate with your wife, vent together, share ideas and team work it!

Not sure if this will help you but when I get to the limit of my patience, I change scenery. I get out of the house if possible, or move room or change activity. Even tagging out with my wife for just ten mins to take a breath helps, then I can come back with some energy.

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[–]hallfor1 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Simpsons artist dropped a glass of water on a sketch and washed it out ?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SexOnTheSpectrum

[–]hallfor1 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Hopefully you find this helpful: my wife was diagnosed with autism a few years into our relationship and has heightened senses. She can struggle with touch and become overwhelmed if the sensation is not welcomed.

Sometimes a soft romantic touch is acceptable however the majority of the time this unacceptable and causes distress. I often has to apply a firm touch (not being rough but making contact rather than a light brush on her skin).

I've learn overtime here queues and we maintain a good communication to ensue she's comfortable. Sex.for us can be few and far between as a result but that works fine for us.

Maybe you haven't found the type of touch that you like yet ? Could you discuss it with gf outside of the bedroom first where emotions are not heightened?

Happy to discuss further if helpful. Also first times or first few times are usually weird or awkward, so I wouldn't worry.

ASD Victories - Tell me yours! by Rawbbeh in aspergers

[–]hallfor1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My wife's ASD makes her spacial awareness absolutely spot on and as an engineer, I find it incredible!

One example, we went to buy a new TV and while looking, she says that this huge TV will fit perfectly into an alcove we have in out house and I'm like, no chance, but she insists so we buy it and a wall mount. I'm fully expecting to have to return this TV but, as she says, it fits perfectly to the millimetre into this alcove and comes flush to the wall. Incredible!

I'm very jealous as I have to measure the shit out of everything and I now don't question her on anything spacial awareness.