ABOUT

My name is Louise. I was diagnosed with autism in my late forties.

This blog is my journey from late diagnosis, how I navigate the ups and downs of life, and the strategies I use to cope.

I also write about my lifestyle, my life experiences, and raising awareness about neurodiversity.

Autism is a spectrum, and it can look different in each person. This is one way autism can present.

This blog is for reference and education only, and not professional advice. Please consult a specialist for diagnosis or support.

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Things That Matter
What This Blog Is and What It Is Not
Why I Write This Blog

My Journal

communication

  • There are many ways you can write a blog. You can write anonymously to keep yourself private. Sharing who you are publicly is another option, and keeping information about others private. Finally, writing publicly and sharing information about others. My Thinking Behind My Writing Sharing my identity and sharing my blog publicly, is the best… Read more

  • “Technology has enabled me to get to where I am today. It helps me plan, focus, remember, increase my confidence, control my environment and gives me time to respond. It does not fix or cure, but removes barriers.” Louise Image by Pexels from Pixabay Read more

  • I have been thinking a lot about community lately. Especially now, with everything that is going on around us. For me, I have learned that strong communities are essential for survival and success. I understand that standing together is important, and that a lack of unity leads to a breakdown of trust, creates division (with… Read more

  • When starting freelance or any type of writing, you have to spend time writing each day. It takes a lot of practise to get it to a good standard. This is not something that happens overnight, and good writing takes time to perfect. Writing to a writer is like sport to an athlete, as you… Read more

  • For me, being able to communicate socially is not the same as communicating in a teaching context. It is important to explain the difference. I have learned to communicate socially, but in a teaching environment, it is easier when I am the teacher, and I am passionate about the subject. I can talk for hours… Read more

  • Sometimes, it can be easier to connect with animals than people because interactions feel more predictable. Talking to People When talking to people, the conversation must go back and forth, which can be difficult sometimes. I have no control over what someone is saying or going to say, so it’s challenging, especially if it is… Read more

  • Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay – edited by Louise. Small Talk, Banter and Gossip I am not into chatting for the sake of it. Don’t get me wrong, I love to speak to people and spend time with my friends, but after a few hours, I have had enough. Neurotypical people seem to chat… Read more

  • Why I Love to Write

    Writing is a way to my thoughts, to share my ideas, to get to know me, and I can do this from a distance. You can choose whether you want to communicate, engage, share your ideas, or if you feel creative. I draft at times I want to be inspired, when I want to grow,… Read more