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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Why I Write This Blog

My Journal

reflection

  • I can find life very overwhelming and put pressure on myself. So, I am thinking about ways to help life feel less out of control. There are many ways I take life too seriously, which I feel adds to my problems. I can overreact to slight mistakes and stress about small things. I have to… 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

  • Self-Compassion

    I am always beating myself up and worrying if I have done enough. Here is a quote that helps me have more self-compassion. β€œBe water, my friend.” Bruce Lee This quote reminds me that, like water, I can approach challenges by adapting, staying calm and being in control without overreacting. Water continues to flow and… 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

  • I don’t always say the right thing, especially in new situations that I have never experienced before. Sometimes, I say something without thinking, and I feel bad after saying it if it is not helpful. I don’t like to give details of conversations with others on my blog for their privacy, so I will describe… Read more

  • When we treat people the way we want to be treated ourselves, it benefits us in many ways. Image by πŸ†“ Use at your Ease πŸ‘ŒπŸΌ from Pixabay Reduces Conflict When we treat others with respect, patience, kindness, and fairness, it reduces conflict so we can have better conversations and more positive interactions. Builds Stronger… Read more