People so often talk about parallel play as a thing children do, but adults do it too! I love just hanging out with others while we do our own things. The fact that we're not doing something together doesn't bother me. It's simply being together that's important.

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koushirouizumi

autismsuggestion

Your autistic body language is good, and expressive, and interesting. There is nothing wrong with using non-neurotypical body language.

#autismsuggestion #chai autism #autism #autism symptoms #autism positivity #autistic traits #body language #neurodivergency #stimming #stimulation #i dont know who NEEDS TO HEAR THIS #*Reblogging for Archival

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autiebiographical

Day 2 of Auctober!

I've heard a few reasons as to why an infinity symbol is used. The first one I heard was because autism is something we're born with and will die with. It is with us forever. Some may see that as a negative meaning but I don't. You can't remove my autism from me because it is part of me. To remove my autism would be to completely change who I am.

I am forever neurodivergent and forever autistic. And for that I'm glad!

#autiebiographical #auctober #actuallyautistic #autism #autism informative #autism positivity #autism comic #autistic pride #infinite #infinity symbol #gold infinity symbol #rainbow infinity symbol #forget light it up blue #light it up GOLD #screwblue #rainbow flag #rainbow colors #autism event #autistic community #(As an Autistic Jew +with Jewish family+parent I do want to caution that)#(Infinity symbols or '8' in general specifically '88' can also be used as a dogwhistle by NeoNazis {antisemites})#({basically they appropriate infinity symbols to mimic the look of the '8' instead-})#(as long as one has awareness of that fact *and doesnt misuse these* +*against Jewish people* yeah theyre good to use!!!)#(As far as im aware 'Light it Up Gold' became a community response + spinoff of)#walk in red instead #anti autism speaks #(due to Autism Speaks using blue as their '''signature color''')#(Gold is the alternative for Autistics with sensory issues to the bright red!)#(I will still use it from time to time including in icons but yeah the dogwhistles thing can be especially prominent on places like 4chanTM #(basically also be suspicious of any similar usage to an '88' especially combined with a '14')

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decomposingqueer

(does one thing) hm i think i deserve a little reward :) (walks around in circles listening to music for three hours)

#me #actuallyautistic #autism #autism positivity #autism humor #hyperfocusing on spins #music #special interests #stimming #stimulation #just amv maker things #amv making #amv making relatable #(OP also tagged)#adhd #autism and adhd #*OK to Reblog if you Relate

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koushirouizumi

loth-caatgirl

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koushirouizumi

A Note To Autistic Boys 💕

[note: this includes trans boys, non-binary boys and boys who aren’t sure if they’re boys]

Your stimming is not obnoxious or intrusive. It is just your way of expressing your emotions. Don’t feel guilty about it.

When you infodump to a girl or a femme, you are not mansplaining. You’re just infodumping, a beautiful thing. It isn’t unfeminist to infodump.

Your traditionally masculine special interests do not contribute to toxic masculinity or male privilege. They’re just your special interests.

Your traditionally feminine interests do not make you a “sissy” or a girl (this one goes especially to trans boys). They’re just your special interests.

You are not being “disruptive” by talking loudly, not understanding neurotypical social skills or excusing yourself out of class. These are just things that some autistic people do. It doesn’t make you any less valid.

You are not inherently violent or aggressive by avoiding eye contact (especially MOC). It’s just an autistic trait, that neurotypical society may demonize but still isn’t inherently negative.

Don’t make anybody feel that you aren’t strong, beautiful or good, because I promise you, you are 💕

[anybody can reblog this, whether you’re an Autistic boy or not]

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koushirouizumi

autistic-af

Anonymous asked:

What is autistic nesting? I’ve heard people say it and I was picturing like a literal bird’s nest made out of blankets but I’ve got the impression that that’s maybe not what it means

autistic-af answered:

Ah, nesting! This is my nest:

It’s a mess but I love it. It’s where I am the most and has access to all my needs. Oils, stim toys, my games, books, ear defenders and more!

Not all nests are messy. Some people keep drawers, boxes etc. Some are sofas, like mine, a bedroom corner, their bed etc.

creativecollective

THIS IS AN AUTISM THING?

autistic-af

Anyone can nest, but Autistics tend to do it to an extreme. Remember, we often like sameness and routine.

See how you feel if someone comes in and straightens up your nest area. You’ll know right quick if it’s your autism or not. /lh 😁

#actuallyautistic #autism #autism informative #autism things #autism positivity #autistic traits #autistic nesting #nesting #convenience #(I didnt even realize there was community term for it for a *long* time I thought I just kept things close '''because convenience''')#(but I definitely do this {+subconsciously} {+for years} though im not nearly as advanced to this degree yet but i kinda Wanna be)#(or something similar anyway {+have done initial way even long before i began this blog but it definitely picked up around that timeframe})#(not as much as this maybe but Still)#*Saving for Reference #autism and routines #routine #sensory seeking #good commentary #*Reblogging to Inform #(very relevant to last reblogs because ill mention this {+sensory seeking+stims} off and on but then people will respond to me like '????')#({or theyll be asking others about organizing etc})#(and I remembered I hadnt archived this info over here)#(as for)#plush dolls #plushies #(I do have Some {few of Digimon and Pokemon favs} but a few are kept on bed the rest are in my display case I can see{+enjoy} from bed!!)#i dont know who needs to hear this #autism is a spectrum #your experience may be different and thats ok

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genderqueerpositivity

(a photo of gold foil with a white square on top, inside the square is yellow-gold text that reads “Honoring Autistic Dignity Day” with the date “8/8” below)

The date for Autistic Dignity Day was chosen because, when written in number form, the date 8/8 looks like two infinity symbols.

Today is about recognizing and respecting the dignity and autonomy of autistic individuals everywhere. Autistic lives and experiences have value and worth.

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koushirouizumi

autiebiographical

I feel that imposter syndrome within the autistic community is so common. We're constantly told "you don't look autistic" that sometimes we believe it. It's okay though. You're not alone in feeling this. Don't listen to those doubts, and embrace your autistic self!

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koushirouizumi

I love you autistic people, I love you stimming, I love you people who are considered “awkward” and “weird,” I love you special interests, I love you autistic people with incredibly specific special interests, I love you autistic people who emote “too much,” I love you autistic people who emote “too little,” I love you nonverbal and semiverbal autistic folks, I love you autistic people who talk a lot, I love you reclamation of cringe culture, I love you autistic people who have low/no empathy, I love you hyper-empathetic autistic people, I love you comfort items-

#me #actuallyautistic #autism positivity #autism #autistic community #*reblogging for archival #(reblogging for Me)#anti cringe culture #*Allistics DO NOT DERAIL #i will block on sight

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koushirouizumi

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