Autism awareness month is ending and I have a few things I'd like to say to those of you who've supported me this month... This has been the hardest autism awareness month I have ever gone through. (1) - ThreadSky

sensorystories.bsky.social • 20 hours ago

Autism awareness month is ending and I have a few things I'd like to say to those of you who've supported me this month...

This has been the hardest autism awareness month I have ever gone through. (1)

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rachelsipperstudio.net•20 hours ago

I love this so much. Your words have been so healing for me.

sensorystories.bsky.social•20 hours ago

I'm so glad 🤗❤️

alexdwrites.bsky.social•20 hours ago

Thank you, Nicole. Thank you very much indeed.

ladyvonhammersmark.bsky.social•10 hours ago

I haven’t been able to reply to all the information you have shared but I’ve read it when I can between breaks at work and you are very appreciated by those of us in the community.

elleinadatset.bsky.social•20 hours ago

We appreciate you beyond words and I personally am so proud of you for such an accomplishment. Thank you for all you are and do! From one Level 1, 30 something year old, ASD female to another, I see you, I hear you, and you matter!!!

lisanator77.bsky.social•18 hours ago

I love and appreciate that you have been posting both text and video. I can't articulate why, but it sure feels super helpful.

swampmonster101.bsky.social•20 hours ago

Much Love !!! Stay Safe !! Together we are strong!

cushood.bsky.social•14 hours ago

Thank you

madambluestocking.bsky.social•20 hours ago

Thanks for what you do, but please continue carefully considering which outlets you lend your voice to. I'm sure it's flattering, but you ARE already reaching the masses. Both publications significantly contributed to our current state and you (+ I) having the most difficult autism awareness month.

datacats.vip•13 hours ago

I was watching too. Not all of those were 'real' people. Got a list, not the point.

I appreciate the energy you've given this and I'm sorry you've had to deal with harassment. You did a wonderful job. You helped me and a bunch of other people. That's the most important thing. So thank you.

apbamlb1987.bsky.social•17 hours ago

❤️

roamncmagnon.bsky.social•16 hours ago

Thank you Nicole.
You have accomplished what you set out to do, Autism Awareness. At 71 do I really want to test myself, then again 71 years of denial have made me pretty good at it, denial that is.

I'm not making light of it, just wondering how much longer I can put it off.

tatertahts.bsky.social•12 hours ago

Thank YOU!! You are awesome and you have so many more allies here than trolls. I am so grateful to have found you here.

zi11ion.bsky.social•20 hours ago

Thank you for what you do! It's helping a lot of people!

sirdulcimer.bsky.social•20 hours ago

Remember to take breaks if you need it and take time to do self care. You’ve earned it!

ellamaetrans00.bsky.social•20 hours ago

Hugs friend

bempowerednow.bsky.social•20 hours ago

I hope one day it won’t be so hard.
Still on behalf of my patients who are on the spectrum & their families and of myself I thank you for all your hard work

nitramcod.bsky.social•18 hours ago

Well done, well deserved honor. Always write and speak from your heart; it will make a significant impact!

lynnwinx.bsky.social•20 hours ago

Thank you! 💖

djszumylo.bsky.social•20 hours ago

❤️

rainydrip.bsky.social•20 hours ago

I just found you a few days ago and your words have helped me. Thank you!

6gun-sally.bsky.social•18 hours ago

You did great! Thanks for having the courage to share 🩷

maiathena.bsky.social•20 hours ago

I appreciate your content and think you’re lovely.

andyguyette.bsky.social•17 hours ago

Thank you for your service ♥️

sensorystories.bsky.social•20 hours ago

This month I was called names... mocked for my appearance... told to "prove" my lived experience... and harrassed with bad faith attempts to undermine my character. (2)

jessilt.bsky.social•19 hours ago

You are beautiful and I will fite anyone who says otherwise.

biggerinjapan.bsky.social•20 hours ago

What a strange world! People want to believe that autism means rocking non-verbally, not understanding that that is only 10% of it. The other 90% are just people persisting through extraordinary anxiety and social rejection to find a niche and something like acceptance, painful though it still is...

jadedmomo.bsky.social•20 hours ago

Shame on them. ✊🌷

sensorystories.bsky.social•20 hours ago

But... I was also seen, heard, supported, and validated by so many of you... and I need you to know how much that has meant to me.

I haven't been able to reply to every comment, but I have read every single one. (3)

sensorystories.bsky.social•20 hours ago

On some of the harder days, it was your words that gave me strength to keep going.

And for that, I want to thank you... from the bottom of my heart. (4)

sensorystories.bsky.social•20 hours ago

It's because so many of you have consistently shown up for me that I've been able to keep showing up too.

Because the truth is, being a public and vocal autistic advocate is scary... and even traumatizing at times. (5)

oonaghforan.bsky.social•20 hours ago

I haven't chimed in yet but I appreciate you and the work you're doing. This is important awareness for mysef and for my family. I am turning 60 and my needs have rarely been a topic. It's a lot to sort through. It's hearbreaking that people feel the need to bully. As ever and always. Bless you.

sensorystories.bsky.social•20 hours ago

But because I've kept going, I was invited this week by both the New York Times and the Washington Post to be an autistic voice on a scale I never imagined I'd reach. One where I can do even more for our community. Be an even more impactful voice. (6)

sabrina7smitty.bsky.social•18 hours ago

That is amazing and deserved. I love your perspective and learning the well researched data to tie it all together. I am neurodiverse, work with youth in inclusion, and my son is AuDHD. I’m passionate about anyone who is passionate. Bravery is having fear, but doing it anyways. 💪 thank you!

sensorystories.bsky.social•20 hours ago

And I wouldn't have gotten here if not for those of you who have shown up for me... built me up... and given me strength to persevere.

And so, even though autism awareness month is ending... know that my advocacy most certainly is not. (7)

roleli.bsky.social•20 hours ago

Thank you.

tornadobunnyaurora.bsky.social•19 hours ago

Congratulations on your opportunity, and best wishes for your advocacy to help more people and teach more people about the lived experience perspective as an Autistic person. Wishing you all you need , whatever you may need , that those needs be met and fulfilled.

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