Dude, nobody here is trying to beat you up. We're trying to help you see reason. But do what you need to do. Let us know how it turns out.
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Even if it's anonymous? My own counselor shares stories with me of other [anonymous] patients.This means he's using his notes as teaching materials, despite it not really being legal.
That is one reason that I use a screen name wherever possible.Are you aware that this is a public forum,... and that the folks at UC Davis are able to read every single word you post about them?
Okay. I guess that I should have told everyone before I posted that I am not emailing MIND Institute or UC-Davis anymore.Dude, nobody here is trying to beat you up. We're trying to help you see reason. But do what you need to do. Let us know how it turns out.
That is one of the troubling aspects of my outreach. People think that because this is old technology, it is not useful. This paradigm is simply wrong. I am anxious for appointments to discuss this because people do not know how much fun and challenging Morse can be for some people unless and until they practice sending Morse with each and all of the three, separate, unique Morse instruments I have. Morse is addicting fun for me, truly! Computer aided networking is so stale, boring, not challenging and no fun for me!!!One of the aspects of autism is fixed thinking. Its hard for us to change or adapt our notions. It can at times be a virtue, digging your feet in and fighting the good fight. But others its just flogging a dead horse. If you are not sure what it is yourself, getting advice from multiple sources is the best approach I think, which is what is happening.
I think you have a good idea but also thought it too narrow. In other words its one very specific skill/activity. And being an old technology will likely trip negative reactions in many. One thought is to expand on the idea and find other skills of this type, including newest technology and have a variety of options to share/present. I do believe you are spot on target with the kind of activity that is appealing/relaxing to aspies.
You are right, I cannot force people to share my enthusiasm, but I sure can try! What is wrong with that? It makes me feel better about myself! I enjoy working on my project, because it gives me a sense of purpose--to try to improve society. I am proud of my autistic qualities.The thing is, you can't force people to share your enthusiasm. I think your twenty years of unsuccessful attempts have made that clear. And after a certain amount of attempts, people will actually be less inclined to listen to you. This is not me being vitriolic, I'm simply stating the truth. I'm sorry this endeavor didn't work out, I hope you find an alternative way to put your passion to good use.
@Bolletje is not being vitriolic, which is defined as "filled with bitter criticism or malice." She is trying to help you, which is the opposite of vitriol.You are right, I cannot force people to share my enthusiasm, but I sure can try! What is wrong with that? It makes me feel better about myself! I enjoy working on my project, because it gives me a sense of purpose--to try to improve society. I am proud of my autistic qualities.
Yes, you are being vitriolic, but again, I respect your right and permission to give your comments.