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This week has been tough with frustrating thoughts. But practicing gratitude and focusing on the good helps me see the… READ MORE
In the past few days, I’ve realized the importance of taking care of myself and understanding autistic burnout. Sleep, medication,… READ MORE
Living independently for the past five years, I reflect on the challenges of being an autistic adult in a non-neuro… READ MORE
Sometimes we get stuck in old patterns and beliefs, but it’s important to accept that things change. I have learned… READ MORE
I reflects on past mistakes, expressing regret for the “monster” I once was. I battled unhealthy habits and mental health… READ MORE
Being autistic can be challenging and bring you down, but it’s about how you choose to live with it. I… READ MORE
Life’s challenges may seem overwhelming, but in the grand scheme of things, they’re not as bad as they appear. Despite… READ MORE
At 33, I finally moved out of my parents’ home after years of feeling trapped. I had missed previous opportunities… READ MORE
An autobiographical reflection on the challenges and regrets faced during vocational rehabilitation training. I struggled to connect with others, fearing… READ MORE
Sometimes I regret not thinking before acting, which has caused problems for myself and others. Traumatic consequences from my past… READ MORE
Living independently can be nagging when loved ones show concern. But a manic episode made me realize their genuine care.… READ MORE
Watching a video of a police officer struggling to admit a juvenile to a psychiatric facility made me appreciate my… READ MORE
After years of struggle, I’ve come to realize focusing on life’s brighter side, rather than its flaws, reduces anxiety and… 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
Everyone has their tipping point. That point that causes oneself to erupt in a meltdown. There is often something that… READ MORE
Something that I know that sometimes hits too close to home for me and is known among those closest to… READ MORE
Recently, in life finding happiness has come quite easily for one reason or another because I guess I have just… READ MORE
There are times I ponder on the reality of life. I often think that there is nothing beyond the here… READ MORE
Lately, I have conceptualized the fact that I struggle when I have too much free time on my hands and… READ MORE
“Be patient with yourself in the process of getting back on track and see if things get better before making rash decisions”
~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.
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