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

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  • Today in the UK, we can take for granted the rights and freedoms that we have. If we did not have them, our lives could be very different. The ECHR protects human rights and freedoms, and the Equality Act 2010 protects us from discrimination. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay The Equality Act 2010 The… Read more

  • When I first decided to write my blog, I wasn’t sure if I was doing the right thing. I had kept my difficulties to myself for so long; it felt strange sharing them with the world. As I write, some days it feels great, and the next it makes me cringe. I don’t know why.… Read more