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Message |
 Topic: Aspies who think in pictures - |
Matt62
Replies: 15
Views: 1101
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 Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 2:27 pm Subject: Aspies who think in pictures - |
I have found the ONLY way to share how I envision the World is through Poetry. That I can put into words.
And be just as confusing to others as always! 
I have though visually since I c ... |
| Topic: Bad at Math, Good at English? |
Matt62
Replies: 74
Views: 6984
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Fri Mar 16, 2012 2:22 pm Subject: Bad at Math, Good at English? |
| I have previously stated that the superior-at-math sterotype is THE one Aspie (supposed) trait I do NOT share. I sucked at math! Partly because my parents & teachers put so much emotion into their ... |
| Topic: Can any of you turn off your emotions |
Matt62
Replies: 26
Views: 12387
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Thu Mar 15, 2012 8:20 pm Subject: Can any of you turn off your emotions |
I found the "OFF" switch long ago..
But that restart is more than a switch or button being pushed. And when they return, they usually cause a power surge!
Sincerely,
Matthew |
| Topic: I feel like I am not human and I want to go HOME! |
Matt62
Replies: 25
Views: 2193
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Thu Mar 15, 2012 8:11 pm Subject: I feel like I am not human and I want to go HOME! |
Unfortunately, my ride home crashed in New Mexico some decades ago. And was promptly scooped up by US offcials never to be seen again! LOL
Seriously, I have had these thoughts. And even construct ... |
| Topic: What is a meltdown? |
Matt62
Replies: 18
Views: 1404
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Thu Mar 15, 2012 8:07 pm Subject: What is a meltdown? |
For me? It is an exosion of anger, or maybe grief. Much like a temper tantrum. Property insurance rates can go up when I am in the area!
OK, partly kidding there but... It can get ugly fast. Har ... |
| Topic: how would YOU describe aspergers in 25 words or less. |
Matt62
Replies: 35
Views: 2766
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Wed Mar 14, 2012 11:52 am Subject: how would YOU describe aspergers in 25 words or less. |
Endless anxiety, social stumbling, never sure..
More like the Ninth Circle of Hell!
Matthew |
| Topic: Do you ever feel your thoughts are going too fast? |
Matt62
Replies: 47
Views: 3261
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Wed Mar 14, 2012 11:48 am Subject: Do you ever feel your thoughts are going too fast? |
Yes. When I was young, I used to try & keep track with my thoughts. It led to a lot of confusion! LOL
Sincerely,
Matthew |
| Topic: Do you hate being asked questions? |
Matt62
Replies: 29
Views: 2925
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Wed Mar 14, 2012 11:45 am Subject: Do you hate being asked questions? |
| I do NOT mind questions if they relate to an area of interest to me. If someone asks me a question on caring for reptiles (esp. tortises or snakes) or keeping saltwater fish, I hope they do not mind g ... |
| Topic: is this always the case? |
Matt62
Replies: 15
Views: 948
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Forum: Love and Dating Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:56 pm Subject: is this always the case? |
I actually feel MORE attractive now at 50, than I did at 25.
Matt |
| Topic: It's JUST his ASPERGERS!! |
Matt62
Replies: 34
Views: 3225
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Forum: Love and Dating Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 1:54 pm Subject: It's JUST his ASPERGERS!! |
Most people ARE NOT abusive. Many are just ignorant or thoughtless. You know, like we can certainly be.
This guys' family is doing him no favor in tolerating unacceptable behavior. AS people can ... |
| Topic: Extreme stimming from music |
Matt62
Replies: 65
Views: 4416
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 11:53 am Subject: Extreme stimming from music |
If I am at a club that is playing one of my favorite songs, you might have to kick me to get my attention.
I think this is "YES. I Do!"
Sincerely,
Matthew |
| Topic: Do you hate being asked questions? |
Matt62
Replies: 29
Views: 2925
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Tue Mar 13, 2012 11:49 am Subject: Do you hate being asked questions? |
Hmm, Why do you ask? ROFLOL
Seriously, I hate personal questions or those on subjects that i have no interest in. Even "how's it going?" can be annoying. I have to fight the urge to explain my arthr ... |
| Topic: how would YOU describe aspergers in 25 words or less. |
Matt62
Replies: 35
Views: 2766
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2012 11:34 am Subject: how would YOU describe aspergers in 25 words or less. |
Hmm,
Giver of gifts. Thief of choices & chance. Straight jacket of lonliness.
Matthew |
| Topic: Autism and art ~ Can it be anything more than therapeutic? |
Matt62
Replies: 20
Views: 1116
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2012 11:32 am Subject: Autism and art ~ Can it be anything more than therapeutic? |
I found Art classes in High School quite relaxing and rewarding.
Myself, I also liked creative writing.
Nowdays, I write poetry ( Novels? forget about it. Cannot created 3D characters for ... |
| Topic: question about non linear thinking |
Matt62
Replies: 13
Views: 1860
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2012 11:30 am Subject: question about non linear thinking |
I tend towards visual/concept thinking myself. Though I can certainly make lists...
Might be why I sucked at math in grade & high school.
Sincerely,
Matthew |
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