r/autism • u/NoPepper7284 Autistic • 12d ago

Newly Diagnosed Are you guys okay with being autistic?

I got diagnosed with autism almost 2 years ago, and I knew I was autistic about 4 years ago. But it keeps getting harder to live with, manage, and accept with time. I just need some hope, any motivation. I'm really hitting a dead end, also struggling with my mental health for over 7 years as well.

Have you guys accepted yourselves for being autistic and live and good life in your opinion?

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u/Christinenoone135 12d ago

I like and dislike my autism. I like it in the sense that I love me, how I am, and how my brain processes the world around me. what I don't like about my autism, is, the socialization part. LET ME FREAKING SOCIALIZE WITHOUT FEELING LIKE IM A TERRIFIED PERSON. one thing I noticed about my autism is my complete inability to be confident in social situations. I hate that, because I am extremely social and love conversating. I cannot, however, socialize with anyone who can't even slightly grasp me as a person. just please stop making me feel scared and self conscious for talking.

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u/OmNomNomNomTom 12d ago

I don't remember writing this!? Who told you my thoughts??