My Autism Life After Diagnosis

My Journal

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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My Journal

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  • Navigating Challenges as a Musician

    Music has been such an important part of my life, whether I’m performing or listening to one of my favourite songs. Music helps me express myself and regulate my emotions. I also find it helps reduce restlessness and keeps me alert. I have had many years of enjoyment with sharing my skills as a teacher,… Read more

  • Navigating Social Communication as an Autistic Teacher

    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

  • My Neurodivergent School Days: Was I Lazy?

    I love writing, which I can do very well, and I have excelled in music. These are the subjects I enjoy today. However, school was not an easy time in my life. It was about bullying, anxiety, humiliation and isolation. Image by Mazaya Bulan from Pixabay Selective Mutism At nursery and in my first year… Read more