Buster_Daddy wrote:
Well, I just found out on Thursday that I have Asperger's. It is incredibly hard for me just to type this as I fear social interaction and judgement, even on the internet. This whole diagnosis is confusing. If anyone has advice for me, I'd appreciate it.
Okay, first take a DEEP breath, and let it out, slowly. Second, know that you are here "in the arms", so-to-speak, of people who know EXACTLY how you're feeling----you're NOT alone----we KNOW the hurt / confusion / whatever, that you're feeling, cuz WE have felt it. Next, ask a MILLION-AND-ONE questions, on here----we can handle it, we've heard it all!!
Lastly, ask yourself this question: "How has this dx changed the person that I am----does it mean, that it has changed WHO I am----or, does it merely mean that now I have understanding?".
Sending you ((((cyber hugs)))), if that's okay----if not, I think we can provide for you, whatever you need; WELCOME!!
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White female; age 59; diagnosed Aspie.
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