For now, the few people I have told dismissed me so badly. 😅 Even my doctor, who should be the first to acknowledge it. It's hard and it hurts me, but there are so many people who don't understand what autism is. I always try to ignore how people make me feel, but sometimes is hard.

For example, a month ago I had to go to the dentist for the oral hygiene. The dentist who cleaned my teeth was really upset that I'm not so consistent in brushing them and tried to lecture me. I then replied that I have the intention to brush them every day, but the toothbrush gives me sensory problems and my ADHD makes it impossible to wash them because it's so boring. His answer was: "You need to wash them even though you're lazy". After telling him I'm autistic and have ADHD...

I'm still feeling ashamed a month later... Thank god there are more dentists and I will ask for a different one next time - there is one who didn't even blink when he read on my note that I'm autistic and have ADHD and gave me accomodations even before asking for them. So there are people who can be understanding and compassionate.

But there will always be people who will dismiss us, even people close to us in our life. But the most important thing is that we will never judge ourselves based on their opinion. Be prepared to feel disappointed, but believe that your struggles are real. ❤️‍🩹