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Celebrations and Being on the Spectrum

Autism (ASD) | Last Active: Nov 21, 2022 | Replies (33)
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@auntieoakley

I think this doctor was pretty tuned in to people being on the spectrum, because he picked up on things no one else ever did. The things he mentioned were a different syntax, a need for all the information, walking on my toes when nervous, and not really liking to be touched. He just asked if I was autistic, I said “no, I am just strange”, he said “no you are not, I think you are brilliant, but I also suspect you are autistic”. He also knew me from my business so I agreed to let him refer me and sure enough. I am not just weird, I am on the spectrum.
Just like that I felt better about being different. I get to balance out the weird, with brilliant! 😂

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Dec 31, 2021

@auntieoakley As you mentioned before @mamacita's words of "once you've met an autistic person, well, you met one autistic person" rings true again. Along with all the discussion groups we members share here, about different journeys to health and our experiences, being on the autism spectrum is like a pendulum. What fits for one may not fit for another, and even our little toehold on that pendulum slides around from time tot time!

My oncologist is thrilled that I take such a diehard interest in my health issues, preferring to call me an "involved patient" rather than "difficult", as I come in each month with a list of questions. Writing things down means, for me, more clarity.

Being different is a good thing! And being brilliant is an added bonus!
Ginger

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1953 | @hopeful1953 | Dec 31, 2021

I understand that the Autism condition is often a common denominator in brilliant people. I’m researching talented people with possible Autism.
I’m not sure of my future findings. I’ll send any new information onto our group. If this research has already been presented please let me know as to not be repetitive.
Thanks to all for sharing your experiences.

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