Positives about being an Aspie
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Publicado 2011-05-11
I do feel that this was one of my first attempts at moving past the deficit focus that is so often placed on autistic people and for that reason, I want to keep it available.)
Too many people focus on telling us what we're bad at, or can't do - so I just thought I'd bring up some things that might be your good traits, remind you that it's not all bad.
You're not wrong, just different. :)
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I'm a female Aspie scientist. I've been known to work for 72 hours straight without taking breaks, sleeping or going home. I hardly ate or drank water. It's unhealthy (& gross), I know. But it had to be done. My focus is amazing. Not even if the world fell down around me could remove me from my work.
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I know we all like free speech and all, but I ask that you all remain civil towards one another. I know how difficult that is to do, especially when others are insulting and rude, and I also fail at times, however, it does seem to produce better results in conversations, long term. It is quite possible to disagree in a civil manner. Please try.
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I can't connect with people, I et lonely. it feels like I'm watching people from outside through a window
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I'm glad that I found your video, I'm 43 and am just coming to terms and being diagnosed. During the section of the video where you mentioned loyalty, even to the degree of trying to make those who are mean to us like us I broke for just a moment. It is so good after all these years to begin to understand. Thank you for this.
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You are beautiful! I have a little aspergirl (a beautiful red head with blue eyes, she looks like she could be your little sister!). If someone gave me a cure for Aspergers I would never ever want it. She is loyal, honest, creative, funny and loving. Just like you, she does not need to be fixed as she is not broken. Thank you for the positive words about being an aspie!
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I'm an aspie and my parents think I've "overcome" my disability. I don't know, I feel as though my life is terrible when everyone says I'm gifted. I don't know why aspies, like me, get so sad. I've always wished my life was filled with joy, but I just don't know what to do. Other than that, I try to make people happy and help out as much as I can. But at the same time, I ask myself, "will anyone do the same for me?" :/
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Lol, yeah.. In some videos, I have forgotten to include the statement that we're all very different, and each expression of the syndrome is going to differ from others. If I forgot to say something to that effect in this video, then I'm sorry. I'll try to remember in the future.
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Too many folks have trouble accepting people that are different. Perhaps your intelligence, gentleness, and grace will help some of them get over that. Creativity is the eternal voice of love singing to us. Keep at the creative work. Thanks for the honesty and courage!! You are a winner.
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You're awesome! Thank you for sharing this. I'm an Aspie myself, and I have my own travel channel. Most Aspies I know are afraid to leave the nest. I live in Vietnam as an English teacher. I taught last year in Thailand. Many people thought I would be codependent on my family for the rest of my life. I'm now proving them wrong and crushing it on the other side of the world. I want to inspire other people on the spectrum, too. Cheers!
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Offensive people who spit their two cents worth on a video that is talking about positive things about autism really make people like us think that there is something wrong with this world. It almost explains why some of us hide in our houses and don't come out for a while. We go out of our way to bring positive things to this world and then we get negativity. Now I know why she said that we are very loyal and nice people.
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You remind me so much of myself... And you're absolutely gorgeous, both the way you speak and your mind... Keep your heart on your sleeve and let the good tunes keep your spirits up
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This young lady is such a beautiful young woman. I wish her nothing but the very best for her and her future.
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i am an aspie,you just made me proud about it......love you.... ❤❤❤
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You are a wonderful person; the sensitivity and the honesty gently flows through every aspect of your speech. Uploading these videos is a great thing, I think, for both Aspies and NTs.
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I appreciate that you did this video and pointed out our positive traits. You are very special. Thanks
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I think you're like an Angel.
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I've been trawling youtube for asperger stuff and finding that a lot of people are very uncomfortable talking to the camera (shock!) but you've got the technique down - so thanks for sharing and communicating it effectively.
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I quit after 3½ years of being told to lose weight. I've gained 10 pounds or so since quitting the business, and am quite happy with my choice. I feel much healthier, both physically and mentally, being out of that environment.
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Here goes again, then: I have been diagnosed two seperate times by professionals. My diagnosis has been confirmed by yet another specialist, who has known me for years. So by now, any doubts I have had, are long gone. I understand fully that I'm not a "rain man" aspie. I never said I was. I'm a mild case. But when I read my diagnostic papers from age 13-16 and age 19, I fully understand why I was diagnosed.
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I was so blessed by your sharing this. Thank you for doing so. I Am discovering the likelihood of AS at the ripe old age of almost 80. The freedom I Am experiencing is beyond words. ☺
