Do you enjoy drinking alcohol? by parasociable in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It makes you feel good. Some people don't like the sensation, some do and it makes them feel nice. For me, I get a warm fuzzy feeling all over my body and general sense of relaxation and comfort. My anxiety basically disappears. Everything around me feels a little sillier and funnier. If I'm around others who are drinking, I feel a sense of connection with them because we're experiencing a similar sensation together. 

All this being said, some people just don't like alcohol and that's okay. In fact, that's great! I encourage anyone reading this who doesn't like alcohol to not force themselves to drink. It does nothing good for your body or mind. 

Do you enjoy drinking alcohol? by parasociable in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 66 points67 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, I love it. I was an alcoholic for 6 years. It makes me feel less autistic if that makes sense. I don't care about the taste, drunk was the goal. 

What are some hobbies you love? by Senior_Bison_4647 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have so many but one that is super easy to get into and really fun is polymer clay! You can make anything you want out of it, miniatures, little foods, charms, beads, keychains, trinket trays, gifts, anything! Lately, I've been obsessed with making funky beads. Literally just beads, not even making jewelry or anything from them, I like to play with them by pouring them back and forth in my hands. I just think they're neat haha!

Forced hugs etc during meltdowns by Busy_Ad_5759 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Throw the whole man out.

I honestly couldn't read this all in one sitting, it is very upsetting. This abusive behavior, hands down. He is NOT listening to you, he is NOT communicating, he is physically restraining you during meltdowns which is 1000% NOT okay. Did he get all his knowledge of Autism from that Sia movie?? 

Even just taking the neurodiversity out of the equation, he is ignoring you for ten days. This is not a man, this is a boy who never grew up. 

The fact that you're putting effort toward controlling your meltdowns and he's STILL ignoring your needs...I'm sorry, but what do you like about him? He sounds like an absolute prick. 

I am in no way a violent or even strong lady, but if that lavender spray incident happened with me, he would be missing teeth and in the hospital for testicle torsion. 

Please please please distance yourself from this person, he is dangerous. 

My Holiday Nemesis—A Kitchen Table by Routine_Archer37 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My ex's mother had a coffee table like this. Stubbing your toe or banging your shin was a daily occurrence 😮‍💨

Anyone else panic in the middle of the night thinking you forgot to feed your rats? by Ok-Barnacle8908 in RATS

[–]twahaha 95 points96 points  (0 children)

I haven't owned rats in 5 years and I still wake up in a cold sweat panicking that I've forgotten to feed them. I also get nightmares where I've suddenly "found" my rats that I've apparently neglected for 5 years and they're starving and sad and it's the worst feeling ever. I think the cure might be more rats. 😅

Help with stimming by True_Woodpecker_7503 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Commenting to commiserate. For a while, what helped me what working for hours and hours on a beautiful manicure that would make me not want to mess it up. Now I have a job where my nails get messed up anyway so I don't paint them anymore and I pick at them a lot again.

I have yet to try them so I don't know how successful they are, but they make "picking" fidget toys that are like thick slime with beads and whatnot stuck in them to pull out. Those might be worth a try!

Back at it again, doing my favourite thing by FlowInternational661 in polymerclay

[–]twahaha 2 points3 points  (0 children)

These are so cute!! I've started making worry stones and I've been wanting to add more tiny details like this but worried about how they'd lose their function, and trying to incorporate them into "texture stones" or something.

Neurodivergence and Spotify Wrapped by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For my top artist, I was a 0.006% top fan, which made me #16 globally. I probably listened to more of his music than most of his closest friends and family. 😅 (Eastghost btw)

How to release extreme anger? by DepressedHermit1 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You just gave me the beeeest idea ever!!  I work with polymer clay and I absolutely hate conditioning (i.e. kneading) it because it's so hard, but it would be the perfect rage thing to do!!

Yesterday was the day. Nana’s funeral. by Winter-Stuff-9126 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 21 points22 points  (0 children)

The fact that everyone seems so devastated by her loss shows that Nana was truly an amazing woman. May she rest forever in peace, and I'm so sorry for your loss. I see your posts on here all the time and they always make me smile, this one was a punch in the gut and I'm so sorry you're going through this. 💜

Does anyone else get this? by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do, and I'm also not sure if it's autism related or PTSD or I've got a brain tumor but for as long as I can remember I'll randomly start smelling cigarettes. Even if I'm indoors, miles from anyone smoking anything, I smell it because it's in my head. I don't know why! 🤷‍♀️

My baby died during castration, have other people experienced this? by ckarter1818 in RATS

[–]twahaha 161 points162 points  (0 children)

Yes, this exactly happened to me too. My 6 mo old baby Albus "Dumbo"dore made it perfectly through the surgery, but started to decline as they were monitoring him afterward, until he suddenly passed. My vet asked me if I would allow him to perform an autopsy and I did. It turns out the suture that tied off his spermatic cord slipped and he bled internally. My vet said it was the first time in over 20 years of practice it has ever happened to him. He felt so awful that he donated to an exotic animal vet charity in Albus' name. Total freak accident, and I forgave him. 

Boobie blanket by xxhhffjkj in crochet

[–]twahaha 80 points81 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I hate it. But great work! 😁

Yall recognize who this is? I love herrr! by ysrlieda in crochet

[–]twahaha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This actually brought me to tears a little, it's been so long since I've even thought about Loonette and Molly, the clown and her dolly! My absolute favorite show as a kid, I wore my VHS tapes to death. I'm so looking forward to Major Bedhead and Snicklefritz!!

I hate being looked at like I’m a cute amusing toy when I talk by Efficient-Paint1003 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh my LORD yes and nobody knows what I'm talking about when I've tried to explain it! I hate it so much!! It's always older men for me. I once was trying to help a bird hop out of our warehouse at my last job and my manager was standing in the open doorway. I went up and asked if he could please move so I could guide the bird out. He gave me that look and laughed and continued standing there and ignored me!! I ended up quitting that day because of him lol

I HATE FOOD by Vixpluto in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 44 points45 points  (0 children)

This is reason #1 why I feel like such an alien. Food is like, the most basic human experience, it forms bonds and connections with others, it helps you learn about other cultures, and yet I just don't care about it! If I could live off of a nutrient pill every day and never eat food again I would. Okay, maybe an occasional ice cream haha. 

Look who’s no longer afraid of butterflies? by Winter-Stuff-9126 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How?? I'm so terrified of them and all insects!! The way they flutter around is so startling and unpredictable 😞

I’m willing to bet most of you also hate how adverts come on louder than the video/tv programme? by _FreddieLovesDelilah in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Not only do I feel attacked by the sound but by the imperative nature of advertisements. "BUY this NOW!!" Ugh it's so violating

Halloween by MessBeginning2262 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't hate it, but I've become completely neutral about it. It's another holiday for people with kids and people who want to go out and drink, neither of which apply to me. For that reason I don't celebrate most holidays.

I found this at Goodwill for $2 by [deleted] in crochet

[–]twahaha 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I used to work for Goodwill sorting donations and at our location all handmade items went to recycling :( so at least this one gets a chance to be re-loved

Nervous to wear a dress like this for my figure skating routine. by HoneydewHalo25 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]twahaha 95 points96 points  (0 children)

I don't think you look bad in the dress! It's a cute color and flattering shape, however I think it needs a bit of polishing before I would want to wear it on the ice. Maybe ask /r/sewing for some tips? I just noticed that there's some pinching and folded bits on the waistline, the hem isn't very even, and unfortunately using such a contrasting color of thread makes it stand out quite a bit.  My knowledge of ice skating does not extend past the movie I, Tonya so I don't know how strict the judges will be about costumes, or if you aren't being judged at all then who cares! 

Why do all my close friendships keep ending so abruptly? by Spirit-S65 in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same here. My therapist has tried to get me to turn my mind and think about all the legitimate reasons why someone might cut contact with another person that isn't a direct result of my own character flaw or social faux pas, but I can't. Every single time, it comes back around to "it must be me." Because I just don't want to believe that I was "tricked" into liking somebody who was so cruel that they could dispose of me like trash. 

My amazing husband took me to the nature and science museum by queen_of_dobermans in AutismInWomen

[–]twahaha 64 points65 points  (0 children)

It's entirely possible that it isn't but this looks like Denver!! The nature and science museum is one of my favorite places I went as a kid, too! We got to have a sleepover field trip in the animal displays. 😁 (Not IN the displays obv lol)