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A community for respectful discussion and memes related to autism acceptance. All neurotypes are welcome.

Community:

Values

  • Acceptance
  • Openness
  • Understanding
  • Equality
  • Reciprocity
  • Mutuality
  • Love

Rules

  1. No abusive, derogatory, or offensive post/comments e.g: racism, sexism, religious hatred, homophobia, gatekeeping, trolling.
  2. Posts must be related to autism, off-topic discussions happen in the matrix chat.
  3. Your posts must include a text body. It doesn't have to be long, it just needs to be descriptive.
  4. Do not request donations.
  5. Be respectful in discussions.
  6. Do not post misinformation.
  7. Mark NSFW content accordingly.
  8. Do not promote Autism Speaks.
  9. General Lemmy World rules.

Encouraged

  1. Open acceptance of all autism levels as a respectable neurotype.
  2. Funny memes.
  3. Respectful venting.
  4. Describe posts of pictures/memes using text in the body for our visually impaired users.
  5. Welcoming and accepting attitudes.
  6. Questions regarding autism.
  7. Questions on confusing situations.
  8. Seeking and sharing support.
  9. Engagement in our community's values.
  10. Expressing a difference of opinion without directly insulting another user.
  11. Please report questionable posts and let the mods deal with it. Chat Room
  • We have a chat room! Want to engage in dialogue? Come join us at the community's Matrix Chat.

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Vacation is over. Back to work.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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It's Rabbit egg laying day! Also happy 420!

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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Did you know every "Hey What's Going On" post is hand made with love just for you.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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Going to the Zoo today!

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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It's Thursday.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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Honestly fuck Hink.

A few years ago it was okay. But ever since they removed unlimited likes and the ability to see when one was last online its just terrible. Not to mention the big ghosting going on.

Anyone have an alternative? I want to connect with more NDs :(

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Have to take my kitten to the vet to get neutered today. Feel so bad for him. He doesn't understand why he can't have food or water.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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Howdy.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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I'm on vacation! Just chilling working in the yard and maybe go do something here locally.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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Anyone else watch Katelynn Partlow on YouTube? Pops up in my feed a lot. I like her. She is a YouTuber who is autistic and focuses on autism.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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I just wanted to thank everyone for keeping this a welcoming and civil place.

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Cross posted on other AuDHD related Lemmy subs.

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I watch Late Night talk shows (Stephen Colbert, The Daily Show, Last Week Tonight) in the morning when I get up. I think this habit started when I was pirating the Daily Show back in 2006.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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I have three whistles now. The first one is still the best.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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Two more days before vacation. Two more days.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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Hello All,

Hope you are all doing well despite the current circumstances of the world. Given that society is in a fair amount of turmoil, this is a great time to open up a discussion about the perception of others and how our autism shapes that view.

There have been times in my life where colleagues, friends, classmates/peers start off with an initally positive rapport that is unfortunately shredded at a later date. In the past, this has led to bullying in the workplace and strained interpersonal relationships. When there are other clearly neurodiverse individuals sharing the room with me, oftentimes crude comparisons are made to minimize both myself and the other person.

It's a bit confusing why this happens so often, but I'd imagine that when I get more comfortable, parts of the mask come off. Another guess would be that I may be socially blind to certain actions that may alter one's perception.

Wanted to see if any of you relate to this, as it would be a great discussion item to see how others feel. Wishing you all the best.

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It is no longer Taco Tuesday.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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It's Taco Tuesday!

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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Once side of my family is Neurotypical for the most part and the other is absolutely crazy with everything from Autism, ADHD and bipolar.

Guess who is more fun to hang around. We always have the craziest get togethers with total dysfunction and chaos.

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My boss's boss is in town today. And wants to do a ride along with me. I should see this as a compliment it is, but I don't want anyone else in my vehicle.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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My room is basically empty except for my bed, computer/desk, birdcage, and fan. It even has grey walls lol. This is mostly because my preferred horde is old books and they are pretty expensive so my collection is small. I also like maps, historical trinkets/artifacts, and indegenous art but I am unemployed lol.

I don't dislike what I currently have but I do wish I had unorganized stacks of books everywhere (if only my bird would not poop on them)

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We just finished an Australian show called "Mr. In between" pretty dark comedy. We enjoyed it.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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I'm here! I'm here! Sorry for being late.

This is a daily post for “casual” conversation. If you want to post or talk about something non autism related this is where to do it. For example if you want to info dump about your special interest but it doesn’t fall into “autism related” then you can post it here in the comments. All other rules are still active, be respectful to each other.

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