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

self-improvement

  • Autism and Navigating Honesty in Conversations

    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

  • Treat People How We Want to Be Treated

    When we treat people the way we want to be treated ourselves, it benefits us in many ways. Image by 🆓 Use at your Ease 👌🏼 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