Hi Kathy! Thanks for subscribing to my "Running Elk" Substack. I have another called "My Autism Substack" where I am wtiting a diary about life with autism". Giving myself permission to not be hurried in writing my next post, which is called "Rainy and Cold". Writing about autism as an autistic person is not an easy task. In fact, no task us easy living with autism. When I was young - a long time ago now - just getting to school in the morning was a major struggle. I was late most mornings, which led to my integration into the social life of the school, and in consequence my grades, going downhill, to the point where I was a failing student, hanging out with the other "rejects" and misfits.
Recovering from this low point in my life has been a long, tortuous path of reclaiming my self-worth and dignity. Writing has been a major part of that process.
Max, thanks for your comments and your courage to persist and share your story. I can’t imagine what it’s like and I look forward to reading about your journey. Writing is one of the most healing things we can do to reclaim who we are. Stay strong, my friend, and know that your journey helps others as well.
Hi Kathy! Thanks for subscribing to my "Running Elk" Substack. I have another called "My Autism Substack" where I am wtiting a diary about life with autism". Giving myself permission to not be hurried in writing my next post, which is called "Rainy and Cold". Writing about autism as an autistic person is not an easy task. In fact, no task us easy living with autism. When I was young - a long time ago now - just getting to school in the morning was a major struggle. I was late most mornings, which led to my integration into the social life of the school, and in consequence my grades, going downhill, to the point where I was a failing student, hanging out with the other "rejects" and misfits.
Recovering from this low point in my life has been a long, tortuous path of reclaiming my self-worth and dignity. Writing has been a major part of that process.
Max, thanks for your comments and your courage to persist and share your story. I can’t imagine what it’s like and I look forward to reading about your journey. Writing is one of the most healing things we can do to reclaim who we are. Stay strong, my friend, and know that your journey helps others as well.
Here it is, sometimes it just takes a slight readjustment in perspective, to make a leap forward!
https://open.substack.com/pub/myautismstack/p/rainy-and-cold
Yes! And sometimes the smallest adjustments can lead to the biggeat leaps
This is a powerful reminder to prioritize our well-being and choices in the midst of chaos. Thank you for the inspiration!
Thanks, Chase! I often write the messages I need to hear for myself so I’m glad it resonates with you.