Hey! Kinda annoyed at myself right now. Or maybe not exactly at myself? But just in general. It just seems like sometimes I can't understand others and what they're trying to say, and it makes me feel stupid when I can't understand them, or give the correct response. Before I knew I was autistic, I just thought this was some "weird" thing about me, but now at least I know why this happens. That doesn't change the fact that it does happen. Most of the time I don't end up answering others when I can't understand what they're communicating, which I know is a bad way to go about things but I don't know how/have the courage to ask them directly what they mean specifically.
Speaking of specifics, at least now I know that I have an easier time with details and direct instructions. I mean, obviously I've always been this way. But I never really realized it. I think that's the thing about finding out I'm autistic, is that I can look back on certain situations with a new perspective, and understand things better than I did back them. Honestly, I feel like my life is much more put together now that I know I'm an aspie. It's pretty great.
I still have a lot of things to work on though. I've been reading this book called "Living Independently on the Autism Spectrum" by Lynne Soraya, and it's helped so much. It's all about being an adult on the autism spectrum, and how to handle growing up and becoming more independent. It has a lot of great tips about communication, relationships, getting a job, moving out, and so many other great things. The best part is most of the advice doesn't require me to tell others that I'm autistic, but I can still work through difficult situations that are influenced by my autism. Anyway, I highly recommend it.
I hope I can keep figuring things out..... maybe someday I'll know what to do when I don't understand another person, besides just ignoring them. I hope you all have a nice evening!
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