Inner Turmoil

[KevinMao133]

This is a problem a lot of struggle with: thinking too much

the inner turmoil is definitely a problem, it’s like our minds aren’t built to be quiet

I struggle with man to man communications, I’m usually quiet in real life

but deep down I want to communicate, I want to find someone who’s like minded and can’t hold down meaningful conversations

that’s why I think too much because all of my conversations are being hold inside

but it’s tiring though as it’s soul draining

just want to share this post because it’s a common issue amongst us

 

[DaisyRose]

I totally agree! I am doing a lot of that now. I get bored so all I do is let my mind go and think nonstop. Then I ruin my mood and I get sad and depressed. It’s a stupid habit I do all the time and most people with autism have to deal with. Thank you for sharing!

 

[SusanLR]

The none stop internal dialogue.
Until I learned about ASD, I thought it was normal and everyone thought like that.

I can sometimes shut my thoughts down with music, or when tired, sleeping.
No trouble sleeping, as long as I have some relaxing music playing.
But then I dream a lot. So, I appreciate sleep without dreams,
even though my dream life is vivid.
Got to have some time that is void.

 

[Angular Chap]

Yes, thanks for sharing, this is a problem I sometimes have, the internal monologue won't switch off.

I can also relate to your struggle with face to face communications, that's even part of the NHS diagnostic criteria, with conversations that more resemble monologues, and not understanding the back and forth nature of conversations.

Then the internal monologue becomes external.

 

[Rodafina]

I often say, “quiet brain, enough out of you.”

It rarely listens, however. Unruly brain.

Sometimes I can quiet all the over thinking by adding auditory stimuli. Music, videos, re-watching/listening to movies. While I’m working, I often use the accessibility feature on my phone and play forum members’ posts out loud. It’s like the best podcast in the world.

 

[NorEspresso]

I've been bothered by something like this lately. Inner monologue turning into more of a compulsive daydream.

Decided to get a little notebook and write down the stories that squat in my mind in an attempt to "exorcise" them so I can get more focus for my studies.

Just started with the notebook this weekend; hope it works.