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Selfie of a woman with dark hair. She is wearing red and yellow tinted sunglasses and black headphones.

Thread: My ‘disability’ rage is new

“I got despairing in 2015… I got righteously indignant in 2019…
I have rage now. (The NDIS) have abandoned me.”

Got my music back

When Google Play Music changed to Youtube Music, I lost access to my saved music. I spent like, years, building … More

More learning about the NDIS and NDIA

I am stuck in this really weird cycle in the NDIS. I’m trying to understand it.

My VERY MIS-guided “understandings” about Autism and Aspergers

What do you know about Classic Autism, Aspergers, and Autistic Savants? Turns out I was incredibly mistaken and ill-informed.

I am intelligent, love learning, have an advanced vocabulary, am detail-oriented, creative, caring and compassionate, and enjoy quite a few passions.

I am nothing like what I thought Autism/ Aspies were. Yet I am Autistic.

Dear Dr: Re-requesting support and my communication difficulties

If you refuse to read my written notes, please know that I will not be able to tell you what I need and want you to know.

Dear Dr: Presenting at an emergency ward

If you are reading this letter it is because I know I am currently unwell.

Dear Dr: Asking for a comprehensive Autism assessment

I am articulate AND I have social and communication problems.

I am requesting a formal assessment for ADHD / ADD and Autism Spectrum Condition.

I have not been coping with pressures at home, with relationships and with my mental health.

Masking and powering on when I didn’t realise I am Autistic #Takethemaskoff

I try my best to not show fear on my face, just smile knowingly at the group conversation. This stranger might laugh at me when this event is over. I’ve got to be nice and make a good impression.

Identity Shifts

How connected are you to your sense of self? Is it a constant companian or an elusive identity?

If you didn’t see and understand your reputation, how would your sense of self be impacted?

What tools are in your toolbelt for times of losing your sense of self?