Throughout my life I’ve been told to ✨hide my autism✨, whether directly, subtle comments about stopping stimming or dirty looks people gave me for example. I want to talk about autism so other people don’t have to grow up feeling alienated or stigmatised for being who they are 🩵

Rules I’ve made for myself over the last 6 months: 1. It’s ok to take your time 2. You’re allowed to do things in a way that works for you 3. Different doesn’t equal less 4. It’s ok to have bad days - they will pass 5. You’re allowed to as for/have what you need What are yours?

My thoughts every social interaction as an autistic person

Been reading the rule book for 25 years but somehow it still doesn’t make sense.. 📚 #actuallyautistic #autismacceptance #autism

It’s been a while.. #actuallyautistic #autism #autismacceptance