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Tag: awareness
Autism, body awareness, and ‘malingering’
The reframing never ends, it seems. At least, it has become a new universal constant in my life over the … More
The ‘Golden Rule’ isn’t always golden
You’ve probably heard the old adage, “do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” That’s known as … More
I supported neurodiversity before I knew it existed
Not that I deserve anything special for it. It just happened. 🙂 They sat across from me, in my consultation … More
Sharing: Really? Wow! You don’t look sick! [PTSD]
The whole “but you don’t look sick” misconception also applies to people experiencing PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). While I don’t … More
Can we talk about autism awareness?
Please, be aware… That we are different from you. But we are not lesser than you, any more than Mac … More
Accept or Except?
Autism Awareness Month is coming. Soon, all the world will co-opt a mysterious blue hue, which is a questionably-intended, definitely-misguided … More
Asperger’s / autism (and related) online quizzes and questionnaires
When I first began to suspect that I fell somewhere on the Asperger’s/autism spectrum, I immediately searched online for information, … More
(Un?)awareness
Over the past almost-year since I realized that I’m on the Asperger’s/autism spectrum, my whole world has transformed. It has … More
The importance of storytelling for Asperger’s / Autistic people
When I was growing up, I was quick to make snap judgments about people. I don’t know if it was … More
‘Asperger Syndrome’ poem from ‘The Autistic Buddha’
This post is long overdue, and for that, I deeply apologize. I received a lovely piece of poetic writing from … More
A message from your friendly Aspie employer / manager / supervisor, etc
(This is my last post at home before I leave for 4 days, for a conference; I may or may … More
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