Dealing with internal struggles is tough, especially when perceptions are skewed. For instance, the author wrestles with using medication for… READ MORE
I reflect on their struggle to embrace change due to being stuck in past ways of thinking. Despite encouraging others… READ MORE
Three years ago, against all odds, I moved into my current apartment. Despite initial struggles, including a pandemic, medication missteps,… READ MORE
Despite having a strong support circle, I often struggle to reach out for help due to fear of rejection and… READ MORE
In my late thirties, I struggle to embrace adulthood while maintaining a childlike heart. However, I recognize the importance of… READ MORE
Self-care was a foreign concept to me growing up, with expectations to constantly perform. But I’ve learned the importance of… READ MORE
The importance of managing thoughts to avoid spiraling into negative thinking patterns, particularly as an independent individual. I need for… READ MORE
As a person who is autistic and has mental health challenges, fighting challenging thoughts has always been quite challenging. For… READ MORE
As I had just recently returned to the office after being off for 43 days, it has reignited my sense… READ MORE
Everyone has their tipping point. That point that causes oneself to erupt in a meltdown. There is often something that… READ MORE
In my home state, until 3 years ago, the only true way to vote was going to the polling place… READ MORE
In my last blog post, I shared that I was preparing for my return to work this week, I am… READ MORE
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Today is my last day of my little mini vacation and the end of my leave before having to return… READ MORE
Last week, I got my gym membership reinstated. The last few mornings, now that I am mentally well, I am… READ MORE
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After four years of being away from the local amusement park’s fall celebration, I returned to the park and had… READ MORE
In this post, I only intend to share with you my experience with caffeine. It is just my experience. Everyone… READ MORE
It has been four weeks since I had my episode after not taking care of myself this summer. I am… READ MORE
I named this post Bouncing Back from Adversity because it is one of the questions on the nomination form of… READ MORE
“It can be easy to act on our emotions but there can also be a sense of pride when we are brave and do what we need to get through the challenges we face.”
~Dustin
Home to the writings of an autisitc man that has had his share of life experiences over four decades but has bounced back greatly from adverisity to live an everyday independent life.