How’s everyone today?

Is there anyone else on here who is autistic and has had trouble connecting with people? Do we think it's best to search out other autistics to date or just wait and find that person who accepts and connects with you?

My very toxic ex has texted me and tried calling me more than once today and I did NOT answer. Improvement? Should I be proud of myself? I have very low self control when it comes to getting the last word...

Tomorrow's the 4th of July in the U.S.A. As part of the celebration many shoot fireworks. For those with PTSD, the bright lights and loud noises can be triggering, causing much anxiety. I feel for you and hope that you manage to stay safe, calm and collected. Remember though, you are not completely powerless. There are things that you can do to amelioriate the situation: 1. Cover your ears 2. Close your blinds and curtains 3. Get grounded, and focus on your surroundings, reminding yourself that you're in the safety of your home. 4. Get things to distract you (play soothing music, entertain yourself with a pet, look through photos of times that bring you joy.) I'm sure there are other things but these readily came to mind. Good luck you. You are strong and you can get through this.

I may be some random 18 y/o on the internet, but let me point out a couple things. 1) you and your well-being matters. It does not matter what the situation is, if you need to take a step back by all means do so. It's okay to take a break, that doesn't mean you're giving up. Sometimes you just need some space; some time to think to yourself and that's completely okay !! You're not selfish, you're not weak. If anything you're doing what's best for you and that's a huge achievement. 2) nobody should have to fight their problems alone. You're not alone, in fact you'll never be alone because people go through the same struggles you're going through. It's okay to ask for help. It's okay to take one step at a time, do baby steps. You shouldn't have to beat yourself up over dealing with any issue(s) you're dealing with. You're here, you've made it this far. That is a huge accomplishment too. There's people that are genuinely happy that you're here, even if you guys haven't met. There'll always be somebody out there that is happy that you're still here. 3) you deserve love, support, and affection just like everyone else. You're just as valid as they are. Will there be people that'll be jerks? Absolutely. But they don't matter. You shouldn't have to experience any sort of problem based on who you are as a person, whether it's gender identity, a disability you may have, your sexuality, etc., 🫂🫂🫂 You're all great people. Even if you may not feel like it or see through it, you're doing an amazing job. And I'm proud of you. <33

express your feelings!

Everyday it gets harder to shake that exhaustion on the inside😅

When you want to be something you're not, that only means you haven't yet discovered the best of yourself.

...that it's okay to ask for help. being independent is great but resisting help when you really need it, is not a healthy way to go about life. analyse your needs, especially in terms of mental health. ask for help if you aren't able to manage it on your own right now. ask someone you trust or get professional help. getting help doesn't mean you're weak or incapable. it means you're strong enough to really know what you need in life to make it better, brighter, and more peaceful ✨

I am a Lowkey Enthusiast, raised with apathy and self doubt. I suffer in silence because I hate bothering others with my problems. I have no Ambition I have no self-esteem I am always tired I hate myself, hate my mother for bringing me into a world I have never learned to love. I was not raised for this world, I was not built for it. I just want, for once, to wake up somewhere else, someone else.

So I'm just curious...would you guys date someone who was struggling in basically every aspect of their life? Like say they're doing the best they can to hang in there and be positive...but they have alot of bad days and shut down alot would you still be able to be with them?...I ask because I currently struggle with alot right now and feel like I'm not worth it to be honest

I wish anyone who find it hard to fall sleep a goodnight and may you rise and shine to survive another day! Hopefully the next day is better then the one before. 😴🌈😌

The hardest part about being young with a disability; isn't necessarily the disability itself. But having a young man's desires/wants/ambitions whilst being held back by an old man's health.

I'm spending 5 days back in PA with family and right now the hardest thing is that I can't vent the frustration/depression parts of my mood cycle by blasting loud music and drinking heavily

I mean, generally, we've all got something going on to be anxious about. Work, school, home, finances, romance, friendships, etc. They don't have to be super serious either. Sometimes just getting it out there will help. 🫶🏼