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  1. Xinyta

    How to better sell my lifestyle when it comes to modern dating standards?

    I see where you are coming from. I think my thought process does come from the people I've come across and surrounded myself with. I have been lead to believe the norm is that you are out of your parent's house at 18. That I over stayed my welcome.
  2. Xinyta

    How to better sell my lifestyle when it comes to modern dating standards?

    I'll admit that I was projecting a little. But I do agree. With things the way they are, it's not unusual. I've been thinking on it since my post. I was thinking in regards of hanging on your parents and having them do alot of things for you. Namely financially, survival, and comfortability...
  3. Xinyta

    How to better sell my lifestyle when it comes to modern dating standards?

    Sadly, this is your biggest issue stopping any kind of romantic relationship. Even friends would call you out on it. No one looks at someone living with thier parents, as something to aspire for in a mate. This isn't a act of prejudice. Just a fact of society and general life. Maturity is a...
  4. Xinyta

    Past determining my future

    Personal responsibility makes changes, Markness. Words alone do nothing. Just because this advice comes to you. Doesn't mean it'll magically make things instantly better. But seeing the context of this advice, is also important. These three are advice that come from life experience. The most...
  5. Xinyta

    What percent of your autism struggles relate to social interaction?

    I'd say it's 50-50. Half of it Autism. Half of it laziness/psychological. There are times I'll just not know what to say. Then there is times I want to say something, but then say nothing at all. Or I mumble it out really quickly.
  6. Xinyta

    I tried making a friend

    Firstly. Don't let this first attempt discourage you. The fact you tried to make a friend, is a HUGE first step. Even one simple question shows you have interest in them outside 'just another customer'. General conversation as part of your job is simpler, due to it being structured responses...
  7. Xinyta

    What kind of eater are you?

    I'd argue that I'm a Omnomivore. I see food, therefore I eat it. But joking aside. I am a omnivore. There is little I'd not eat. Truthfully, I've not really ever encountered anything I am totally against. Well... so far.
  8. Xinyta

    What Good/Bad habits Will You Start/End for NewYears?

    I will not discount optimism. But hollow plans that result in nothing only brings more of the same pain. We don't need new years to create a resolution for ourselves. We can resolve to do anything at anytime. But the second part is a plan. A written down plan we intend to practice. I get the...
  9. Xinyta

    🔧I thought that the wrench response-emoji was people calling the poster a tool/idiot.

    I can understand why it could be interpreted that way. But it wouldn't exist then, if that was the intention. As this would be counter to being on a support forum. This response is solely to indicate that a member's post has information that is useful in regards to the OP or in a general sense.
  10. Xinyta

    Memory: Does anyone here really struggle with their memory?

    I think my issue with memory is a mix of issues. Anxiety, personal issues, and, more importantly, a hyperfixation on particular things said, shown, or otherwise, instead of the whole picture. Anxiety because of the perception of some kinda of pressure to do things a certain way. Personal...
  11. Xinyta

    Is writing or speaking easier for you?

    I find writing in 90% of cases is far easier than talking. The 10%, in which I do talk, is because I know enough to competently have a conversation about it. Some times small talk falls into that 10% on a really good day.
  12. Xinyta

    Daily Small Wins Thread

    Gave my mom a call. She didn't answer, but I left a message. After about 16 years of not talking to her, I think it's about time I try and make an attempt at some kinda relationship. Discard my unfounded misgivings and my illogical fears.
  13. Xinyta

    Took advice

    I'm glad you are finding yourself in a better place and that journaling is helping you. Truthfully, journaling is a no pressure exercise. Grammar, spelling, and other mistakes are okay. You are writing it for yourself, to help you with introspection. Whether you share your writings, or not, is...
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    Daily Small Wins Thread

    Yesterday we had snow and I went out to shovel not just the driveway and walkway. But also clean the deck and the pergola roof. Also yesterday. I helped our neighbor with the snow at the end of their driveway and cleaned the roof of the his truck. Today I cut up some turnips and a onion for...
  15. Xinyta

    Xinyta's Vinyl Collection

    This is the vinyl collection I've built up. It's a mix of different bands and music styles. Alot if it is rock and hard rock. The band list, as I remember it(close enough): America Atlantic Rhythm Station Aerosmith Black Sabbath Boston BeeGees Dan Fogelberg Doobie Brothers Foreigner Foghat Guns...
  16. Xinyta

    Are You Eccentric?

    I feel the most essentric thing about me is my particuarness with placement. Mind, I will not throw a huge fit if it's changed. But that initial OCD just kinda hits me and it has to be just right. Whether it's books, papers, notepads, vinyl albums(still thinking on making a thread about that)...
  17. Xinyta

    Thanksgiving Plans?

    In the coming days, I'll be helping Uncle Mark make pies, cheesecake, and the turkey. Along with some sides. We will be starting with the turkey, by brining the Turkey in a cooler till Thanksgiving. It'll fun and keep us both busy.
  18. Xinyta

    PTSD+Autism, Tips on getting friends

    This kinda struggle is hard. Being forced to let go of what you've known. It makes you feel like you've lost a piece of yourself. But part of healing from this trama, is like healing from any trama. We have to learn to let go of staring in the rearview mirror. It's definitely easier said than...
  19. Xinyta

    Going Places

    I currently need my Uncle or another family member to drive for me. Though not being able to drive is limiting. Getting a licence would help with me having more independence. Something to look forward to.
  20. Xinyta

    Anyone else have trouble staying happy

    To add to both @Outdated and @JayLapointe's posts on happiness. Happiness isn't something sought. It's something that is a result of security with one's self. A baseline level of happiness, regardless of circumstance, is a result of keeping a drive to do and look to silver linings, where it...
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