Introduce
Hi my name is Vivi. I was diagnosed with autism last year around my birthday.
I am currently looking at seeing if my local resource center can help me with my autism with services but since im level 1 autism (high functioning) it's hard to say what will be offered to me. But lately, I guess I realize I was never good at communicating socially and interacting with people. Online I can do wonderfully but in real life it's tricky... even now... after the trumas I been through (in threapy handling that) its hard for me to interact with people since idk what to say or do plus... I just struggle to feel the strength I can offer when it feels like no one understands or sees them.
@Vivikun9
Hello there Vivi, glad you joined!
I would like to tell you that we value you regardless your diagnosis. đź’™
It's okay to also check what the support system in your area, really offers . I wish you you will have access to all you need!
If you feel to post for more, here we are!
@Vivikun9
Hey Vivi! Thanks so much for sharing! How have things been for you since you were diagnosed last year?
I can definitely hear that socializing is something that you are struggling with. I think it's an awesome thing that you are seeking out support from the local resource center to see if they can help you out.
You mentioned to that you're in therapy? Has your therapist been able to help you out with socializing?
Thanks again for sharing and I look forward to seeing you around Cups
@beck1
Its been a hard time since im just learning more about myself and understanding why I acted a certain way growing up as I guess my school didn't care I was struggling so it was "let's not worry about it" vibe.
I suffered alot of trauma from trying to socialize with other people (toxic friends, bad brake ups, etc.) It led to a point where I push people away as I didn't want to get hurt again.
My theripist has been helping through my emotional regulation aspect of my autism but idk what kind of support I need due to I spend my whole life masking that idk what I would need... all I want is to exist
