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[MROSS]

Simply put, my experiences with the Autism Spectrum might be describes as, "not being quite able enough, yet not quite disabled enough either."

Even trusting NTs, and even those on the Autism Spectrum have sometimes found that I am a diffcult person to understand - yet sometimes, those terrific people "hit the nail on the head" in understanding my expreinces with the Autism Spectrum - yet the problem here is that quality people are both hard to find, and keep.

Can the 'Autism Forum' be "an ice-breaker of sorts?"

 

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[Nitro]

 

[DaisyRose]

Hi, welcome to the forum! We are happy to have you here. I hope you have a great time.

 

[Tristan_USA]

Welcome! I see you've been around awhile but thanks for the introduction. I find friends hard to keep too. I am using the forums to interact more.

 

[VictorR]

Welcome back!

 

[Aspychata]

Like that intro, it covers a lot of a rather a difficult concept that may come across as offensive yet can feel glaring accurate. I don't feel disabled, but l can feel inadequate and it has taken time to become comfortable with who l am.

 

[Rodafina]

Hello and welcome!

I think if you give it a chance you might be able to find a sense of belonging and understanding here. Even though so many of us have a persistent feeling of not fitting in, that is also some thing that we share. So even if you feel like you don’t fit in here, in a way that means you are a perfect fit!

 

[PastelPetals]

Welcome! We are a very accepting and diverse bunch so I am sure you can find some way to belong here. I also relate to being hard to understand and I have found that this forum often provides a really great support when I need it and lots of comradery.

 

[Forest Cat]

Hello.

 

[MROSS]

Thank-you for your responses.

I have a lot to share, yet I'll avoid sharing too much to avoid confusion.

I strongly feel that it's most favorable to develop friendships with adults experienced with High Functioning Autism, Neurodiversity, esp. people who are NT like)

I strongly feel that arts activities e.g., painting, drawing, sculpture, etc. might prove as an excellent icebreaker in forming friendships.

Any recommendations for specific 'Autism Forums' discussion threads which might be receptive to my experiences, goals, etc.?

 

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@MROSS

Try looking over threads in these areas:

https://www.autismforums.com/forums/visual-arts.78/
https://www.autismforums.com/forums/pictures-and-videos-vault.26/
https://www.autismforums.com/forums/obsessions-and-interests.4/

 

[MROSS]

I strongly feel in-person arts activities are the ice-breakers - yet very little in the way of arts programs are availbale in my region. Any specific 'Autism Forums' expreinces with in-person arts activities?

 

[All-Rounder]

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Hi, Welcome to the forums!

 

[All-Rounder]

I strongly feel in-person arts activities are the ice-breakers - yet very little in the way of arts programs are availbale in my region. Any specific 'Autism Forums' expreinces with in-person arts activities?

You can post your art in the Media, or in a thread, and if you want to discuss with other potential artists you can write about it as well.

 

[MROSS]

I mentioned a point on considering friendships in LINK to post in discussion Forum 'Friends, Family, and Social Skills' in discussion-thread, 'How Do I Make Friendships?'

LINK: How do I make friendships?

 

[autism-and-autotune]

Simply put, my experiences with the Autism Spectrum might be describes as, "not being quite able enough, yet not quite disabled enough either."

Hey, I completely relate to this sentence! Especially when I'm battling getting on benefits. It's one side of the coin of being low/middle support needs. I appear functional, but that's only when I've got all my spoons and happen to be having a good executive function day.

 

[MROSS]

I strongly feel in-person arts activities are the ice-breakers - yet very little in the way of arts programs are availbale in my region. Any specific 'Autism Forums' expreinces with in-person arts activities?

What criteria (for lack of a better word) is considered for potential friendships in arts programs?

I feel people who've had experiences with High Fuctioning Autism (NT like) would be favorable for friendships.

Any perspectives?

 

[Alexej]

Can the 'Autism Forum' be "an ice-breaker of sorts?"

HI @MROSS

Thank you for your intro - however, I am sidetracked by icebreakers

Do jump in an join in the conversation - you never know what you will learn, about yourself or others.

 

[MROSS]

I had asked the TECH. resource 'Chat GPT' the following:

How can the arts - painting, drawing, sculpture can help adults with High-Functioning Autism "break the ice" in developing friendships?

ANSWER: Five summarized points to original (lengthy) post of Chat-GPT's advice on friendships via shared activities:

-Engaging in various art forms like painting, drawing, and sculpture can be beneficial for adults with High-Functioning Autism (HFA) in developing friendships and "breaking the ice."

-Shared interests: Participating in art-related activities can attract like-minded individuals who share an interest in creativity and aesthetics.

-Discussing artistic techniques, inspirations, or favorite artists can open up dialogue and lead to deeper connections with others.

-Icebreaker during conversations: Art can become a natural topic of conversation, even for those who might find small talk challenging.

How might 'Chat Gpt's' content augment human perpecives here on the 'Autism Forums?'