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rostin.bsky.social
Mid-life discovered Autistic Possible AuDHDer Monotropic Yoga teacher Autism trainer CPTSD Exhausted Still in the game….
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Why am I, in Britain, concerned about what's happening in the US? It concerns everyone on the planet. And, it concerns me because yesterday's speech from the US leader said, "...Not long ago ... 1 in 10,000 children had autism. Now it's 1 in 36. There's something wrong" I just ...what?/

submitted 4 days ago • 16 comments

My aversion to seeing “neurodiverse” person written or spoken, when it should be neurodivergent person, is becoming troublesome. I have such a strong visceral reaction to it…

submitted 79 days ago • 1 comment

I tried ‘tapping’ Emotional Freedom Technique) last week with my therapist, followed by going to a gong bath. Wow, what a peaceful evening! A taste of how my life as a fully emerged autistic person could be or at least a tantalising glimpse!

submitted 81 days ago • 1 comment

I have a new boss. She is AuDHD. I have worked with her on a project this week. What a difference! We shared our ideas in a direct manner, had clear outcomes articulated, worked collaboratively and were very productive.

submitted 93 days ago • 1 comment

The stats from my ‘Spotify Wrapped’ add to the evidence that I am monotropic!

submitted 94 days ago • 1 comment

Please don't share videos or images of autistic children (or adults) having meltdowns. You likely wouldn't want someone exposing your most vulnerable moments without your permission, and autistic people deserve the same respect and privacy. Spread the word. #neurodiversity #autism #autistic

submitted 98 days ago • 30 comments

I’ve made it to the weekend with that familiar, deep dread that I am in an Orwellian nightmare! Bring on the yoga, long walks and satisfying attention tunnels. Phew, I’m free for a little while….

submitted 100 days ago • 0 comments

Today is a get to the finishing line, grit your teeth kind of day. Have to work but body and mind are resisting. Monotropic spiral revving up once again. Most unpleasant. Otherwise known as ‘Friday’ to many high masking autistic people. Best wishes all. I have a long walk planned for tomorrow…

submitted 100 days ago • 0 comments

Starting to get into the nitty gritty of unmasking. The penny has dropped, for me it’s not so much about whether you can move and express yourself in a more natural way around others, although I certainly yearn for that.

submitted 105 days ago • 1 comment

Been pondering #monotropism with a friend who is #polytropic. What would the effects on a polytropic person be if they were ‘continuously forced’ or expected to navigate their day in a monotropic manner? #autistic

submitted 105 days ago • 0 comments

Have experienced #doubleempathy problem always at work. No surprise - I’m #autistic. This time it’s different as I understand the dynamic. So I don’t feel bad or ashamed. ….

submitted 107 days ago • 1 comment

I was offered #jobcoaching by my employer for supporting me as an #autistic person in my job. I was so happy to finally be understood and looked forward to a happier, calmer future. Sadly my story is a cautionary one. I have told them I don’t want or need it, simply want my reasonable adjustments!

submitted 112 days ago • 1 comment