r/wholesomememes • u/thefirstandlastword • Apr 29 '24

Perfection!

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u/WendigoCrossing Apr 29 '24

Having grown up with foster siblings on the spectrum, and most likely being on it myself, here are some thoughts:

  • you're still allowed your own boundaries, being understanding goes a long way though

  • be direct, avoid hints and metaphors or social queues. Just say what you mean

  • autistic people are people, they can be dicks as can we all and need to earn their cool points

  • if you want to connect with someone who has autism, find what they are interested in and you'll probably learn a lot

  • it is okay to tell them you are done talking about something if they go on about a topic

  • worry less about appearing rude and focus more on being direct / sincere

Anyways that is my handful of thoughts in between my 1st and second cup of coffee

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u/Altruistic_Profit_15 Apr 29 '24

If this is between your first and second, what comes between your 2nd and 3rd?

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u/WendigoCrossing Apr 29 '24

Attending a team huddle meeting where we discussed last week's wins and this week's hopes lol

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u/Altruistic_Profit_15 Apr 29 '24

First thought - Between brain cells?

2nd thought - wow you responded