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"Hey kitty here! How are we all doing? We haven't had a chat about swinging in a while so thought I'd ask how it's going for you!? Had many meets lately? How are your club visits going? Still got things you want to tick off your fckit list/ Completed your list? Suffering from high libido or low libido? Wanna talk about something else! Go for it "Hello. Been a long while since I was on here so I thought I'd say hi and say how I'm doing. I'll do my best to answer your questions. Even though I have Asperger's, I've been doing ok so far. My recent visits to Cupids have been going fine. There was one time where I got a bit overwhelmed and upset during an evening visit when it got busy but a few friends who I was with helped calm me down. I can only think of one thing on my list and that would be a MFF threesome. As for my libido, I'm not really sure on that one. | |||
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"Hey kitty here! How are we all doing? We haven't had a chat about swinging in a while so thought I'd ask how it's going for you!? Had many meets lately? How are your club visits going? Still got things you want to tick off your fckit list/ Completed your list? Suffering from high libido or low libido? Wanna talk about something else! Go for it
Hello. Been a long while since I was on here so I thought I'd say hi and say how I'm doing.
I'll do my best to answer your questions. Even though I have Asperger's, I've been doing ok so far.
My recent visits to Cupids have been going fine. There was one time where I got a bit overwhelmed and upset during an evening visit when it got busy but a few friends who I was with helped calm me down.
I can only think of one thing on my list and that would be a MFF threesome.
As for my libido, I'm not really sure on that one."Hi lovely! Glad you've been enjoying your club visits. It sounds like you've found some lovely and supportive swinging friends  it's hard when the things that are overwhelming are out of our hands.
Hope you manage to find your MFF, think it will be easier to find on the club scene.
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"Hey kitty here! How are we all doing? We haven't had a chat about swinging in a while so thought I'd ask how it's going for you!? Had many meets lately? How are your club visits going? Still got things you want to tick off your fckit list/ Completed your list? Suffering from high libido or low libido? Wanna talk about something else! Go for it
Hello. Been a long while since I was on here so I thought I'd say hi and say how I'm doing.
I'll do my best to answer your questions. Even though I have Asperger's, I've been doing ok so far.
My recent visits to Cupids have been going fine. There was one time where I got a bit overwhelmed and upset during an evening visit when it got busy but a few friends who I was with helped calm me down.
I can only think of one thing on my list and that would be a MFF threesome.
As for my libido, I'm not really sure on that one.
Hi lovely! Glad you've been enjoying your club visits. It sounds like you've found some lovely and supportive swinging friends it's hard when the things that are overwhelming are out of our hands.
Hope you manage to find your MFF, think it will be easier to find on the club scene.
"Yeah, it is good to have very supportive friends. Being among people I know always helps me feel at ease but if I'm the only one there and there's no one there that I know, that's always been a concerning part for me. As for the MFF threesome, I'll do what I can but I doubt it will happen | |||
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"Hi, Just found this thread, so first time commenting. This is Mr speaking, and I found out a couple of years ago, in my late forties, that I am a bit on the autism scale. Not much, just enough for it to have been worth asking a few more questions while I was in therapy for a separate issue. But the only real effect that it has, either in daily life or in swinging, is that I can be really up for something for days or even weeks, but a switch can get flicked in my mind for whatever reason and suddenly I am no longer interested. At all. No way, no how. Which when it might come to something on the fuck it list could be frustrating. I've always been like this, and can momentarily freeze mentally on occasions too. The diagnosis does at least allow me to know what's causing it and go with it Much love to everyone else "Hi welcome
I get where you're coming from and I'm the same. It's annoying but you can't force yourself to do something you're not up for on the day. This is one of the reasons I enjoy the club scene, I can just go when I fancy it, rather than feel pressured into a meet but I get that's not for everyone. | |||
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"Hey kitty here! How are we all doing? We haven't had a chat about swinging in a while so thought I'd ask how it's going for you!? Had many meets lately? How are your club visits going? Still got things you want to tick off your fckit list/ Completed your list? Suffering from high libido or low libido? Wanna talk about something else! Go for it
Hello. Been a long while since I was on here so I thought I'd say hi and say how I'm doing.
I'll do my best to answer your questions. Even though I have Asperger's, I've been doing ok so far.
My recent visits to Cupids have been going fine. There was one time where I got a bit overwhelmed and upset during an evening visit when it got busy but a few friends who I was with helped calm me down.
I can only think of one thing on my list and that would be a MFF threesome.
As for my libido, I'm not really sure on that one.
Hi lovely! Glad you've been enjoying your club visits. It sounds like you've found some lovely and supportive swinging friends it's hard when the things that are overwhelming are out of our hands.
Hope you manage to find your MFF, think it will be easier to find on the club scene.
Yeah, it is good to have very supportive friends. Being among people I know always helps me feel at ease but if I'm the only one there and there's no one there that I know, that's always been a concerning part for me.
As for the MFF threesome, I'll do what I can but I doubt it will happen"Are you more likely to go with your friends than go on your own nowadays? Hey Mr you never know things happen when you least expect them! | |||
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"Hey kitty here! How are we all doing? We haven't had a chat about swinging in a while so thought I'd ask how it's going for you!? Had many meets lately? How are your club visits going? Still got things you want to tick off your fckit list/ Completed your list? Suffering from high libido or low libido? Wanna talk about something else! Go for it
Hello. Been a long while since I was on here so I thought I'd say hi and say how I'm doing.
I'll do my best to answer your questions. Even though I have Asperger's, I've been doing ok so far.
My recent visits to Cupids have been going fine. There was one time where I got a bit overwhelmed and upset during an evening visit when it got busy but a few friends who I was with helped calm me down.
I can only think of one thing on my list and that would be a MFF threesome.
As for my libido, I'm not really sure on that one.
Hi lovely! Glad you've been enjoying your club visits. It sounds like you've found some lovely and supportive swinging friends it's hard when the things that are overwhelming are out of our hands.
Hope you manage to find your MFF, think it will be easier to find on the club scene.
Yeah, it is good to have very supportive friends. Being among people I know always helps me feel at ease but if I'm the only one there and there's no one there that I know, that's always been a concerning part for me.
As for the MFF threesome, I'll do what I can but I doubt it will happen
Are you more likely to go with your friends than go on your own nowadays?
Hey Mr you never know things happen when you least expect them! "Meeting some of my friends at the club has been happening more than me being by myself. That is true. | |||
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"Hey kitty here! How are we all doing? We haven't had a chat about swinging in a while so thought I'd ask how it's going for you!? Had many meets lately? How are your club visits going? Still got things you want to tick off your fckit list/ Completed your list? Suffering from high libido or low libido? Wanna talk about something else! Go for it
Hello. Been a long while since I was on here so I thought I'd say hi and say how I'm doing.
I'll do my best to answer your questions. Even though I have Asperger's, I've been doing ok so far.
My recent visits to Cupids have been going fine. There was one time where I got a bit overwhelmed and upset during an evening visit when it got busy but a few friends who I was with helped calm me down.
I can only think of one thing on my list and that would be a MFF threesome.
As for my libido, I'm not really sure on that one.
Hi lovely! Glad you've been enjoying your club visits. It sounds like you've found some lovely and supportive swinging friends it's hard when the things that are overwhelming are out of our hands.
Hope you manage to find your MFF, think it will be easier to find on the club scene.
Yeah, it is good to have very supportive friends. Being among people I know always helps me feel at ease but if I'm the only one there and there's no one there that I know, that's always been a concerning part for me.
As for the MFF threesome, I'll do what I can but I doubt it will happen
Are you more likely to go with your friends than go on your own nowadays?
Hey Mr you never know things happen when you least expect them!
Meeting some of my friends at the club has been happening more than me being by myself.
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"Checking in A couple of years ago a random vid on YouTube got me going down the autism rabbit hole hopefully should get an official diagnosis this year sometime. I do object to the whole it’s superpower thing, great for kids, but for me who has always been weird without realising why I’ve not been able to be ‘normal’ up until recently it’s a bloody pain in the arse " I know that feeling. Many years ago, I used to think my condition was a curse and would be trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts that wouldn't stop. I am finding my ways of coping plus I have a good friend that understands what it's like. | |||
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"Checking in A couple of years ago a random vid on YouTube got me going down the autism rabbit hole hopefully should get an official diagnosis this year sometime. I do object to the whole it’s superpower thing, great for kids, but for me who has always been weird without realising why I’ve not been able to be ‘normal’ up until recently it’s a bloody pain in the arse " Hi
I hope your assessment is sooner rather than later but I feel like it's just confirmation isn't it. We all know deep down that something isn't quite right, it's just luck whether it's picked up or you have a light bulb moment.
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"I’m still trying to figure it all out really, I have some neutral coping mechanisms that help when things get too much. Even tho the conditions are more well known I think there are still big misconceptions about what being on the autism spectrum means, from one of my pet hates of ‘everyone’s a little bit autistic’ erm nope some neurotypical people may display some autistic traits or have habits that appear to be spectrum related but are never going to experience the full on melt downs that can occur or the massive anxiety attacks to people expecting you to be rainman "Yeah, there were times when I used to think I was a freak and used to hate having my condition. | |||
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"I’m still trying to figure it all out really, I have some neutral coping mechanisms that help when things get too much. Even tho the conditions are more well known I think there are still big misconceptions about what being on the autism spectrum means, from one of my pet hates of ‘everyone’s a little bit autistic’ erm nope some neurotypical people may display some autistic traits or have habits that appear to be spectrum related but are never going to experience the full on melt downs that can occur or the massive anxiety attacks to people expecting you to be rainman "Oh that's the worst! Erm nah love we aren't all on the spectrum at all  | |||
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"Survived a kink night. Once I dress up. Crowds just don’t bother me anymore. " What would happen if you didn't dress up do you think? Will you be going back for more  | |||
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"Survived a kink night. Once I dress up. Crowds just don’t bother me anymore. What would happen if you didn't dress up do you think? Will you be going back for more "I wouldn’t go, I’d be on high alert all night. The music would be to loud, I’d feel angry if folks touched me etc. Any opportunity to dress up I take. | |||
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"Checking in A couple of years ago a random vid on YouTube got me going down the autism rabbit hole hopefully should get an official diagnosis this year sometime. I do object to the whole it’s superpower thing, great for kids, but for me who has always been weird without realising why I’ve not been able to be ‘normal’ up until recently it’s a bloody pain in the arse " Yes I struggle with the whole 'Autism is a superpower' thing too. I get for some peoples it clearly is and that's brilliant but I hate the assumption it is for all of us | |||
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"Survived a kink night. Once I dress up. Crowds just don’t bother me anymore. What would happen if you didn't dress up do you think? Will you be going back for more
I wouldn’t go, I’d be on high alert all night. The music would be to loud, I’d feel angry if folks touched me etc.
Any opportunity to dress up I take."Wow! I'm glad you've managed to find something that enables you to take back control, sounds amazing! | |||
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"What is a pain for me sometimes is when I have one of them downer days whenever something is on my mind and I would end up overthinking which would have me in a panic and then feel doubtful about myself and the feel down for the rest of the day." Is that generally or before you go to a club? | |||
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"What is a pain for me sometimes is when I have one of them downer days whenever something is on my mind and I would end up overthinking which would have me in a panic and then feel doubtful about myself and the feel down for the rest of the day. Is that generally or before you go to a club? " It's happened sometimes before I go to a club and sadly sometimes when I'm at the club if non of my friends are there. | |||
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"What a great thread, you guys seem very knowledgeable, helpful and support about this subject; I'd like some advice please; a close friend told me they think I have ADHD and/or be autistic and that maybe I should consider getting an expert's opinion. My answer was that in not interested in knowing whether or not I have ADHD or if I'm autistic, I'm 61, very happy and get on just fine as I'm, I also said that I couldn't see how a diagnosis for either would bring an more positives into my life. So my questions are; should I take their advice and why? Or should I just leave things as they? Thank you in advance. " If you are happy and it genuinely doesn't effect you I'm not sure what benefit it would bring. There's a recurring theme with late diagnosis that we finally understand and make sense of the things we've struggled with throughout our lives. I'm guessing from what you said you've not had those struggles? | |||
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"What a great thread, you guys seem very knowledgeable, helpful and support about this subject; I'd like some advice please; a close friend told me they think I have ADHD and/or be autistic and that maybe I should consider getting an expert's opinion. My answer was that in not interested in knowing whether or not I have ADHD or if I'm autistic, I'm 61, very happy and get on just fine as I'm, I also said that I couldn't see how a diagnosis for either would bring an more positives into my life. So my questions are; should I take their advice and why? Or should I just leave things as they? Thank you in advance. If you are happy and it genuinely doesn't effect you I'm not sure what benefit it would bring. There's a recurring theme with late diagnosis that we finally understand and make sense of the things we've struggled with throughout our lives. I'm guessing from what you said you've not had those struggles? " I was thinking the same thing John. Do you mind sharing why your friend thinks you are autistic or are an ADHDer? No problem at all if you don't want to share but it's a little unusual to not think you've got any struggles when you're neurodivergent. | |||
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" As for the kids my nephew was diagnosed at a very early age he’s now 19, one thing I’ve noticed is that because he’s never been forced to try to fit in he doesn’t have any kind of mask that most of us have developed over the years, I guess it’s a good thing but seems to hold him back somehow, I’m wondering if something in between my experience and is his the answer " I'm in a similar position with my son. There isnt really any support for Autistic adults (unless they have significant support needs) i do worry that encouraging him to not care what people think is going to make it harder for him as an adult when he needs to fit in with what university, employers and people in general expect. He lost his temper with his friends the other day and threw something on the ground. Hes found it very difficult to make a friend group as a teenager and it was difficult to explain to him that he cant force people to like him, and being loud or aggressive is a behaviour people dont like. he feels hes just venting his frustration if people dont like ideas he suggests, but it can look to other people like being spoiled or volatile. I was the opposite as a kid. too quiet and let people walk over me and became frustrated and angry with myself. As you say if he could find a halfway house between the two it would be better for him socially. no idea how to achieve that though. | |||
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"What a great thread, you guys seem very knowledgeable, helpful and support about this subject; I'd like some advice please; a close friend told me they think I have ADHD and/or be autistic and that maybe I should consider getting an expert's opinion. My answer was that in not interested in knowing whether or not I have ADHD or if I'm autistic, I'm 61, very happy and get on just fine as I'm, I also said that I couldn't see how a diagnosis for either would bring an more positives into my life. So my questions are; should I take their advice and why? Or should I just leave things as they? Thank you in advance. If you are happy and it genuinely doesn't effect you I'm not sure what benefit it would bring. There's a recurring theme with late diagnosis that we finally understand and make sense of the things we've struggled with throughout our lives. I'm guessing from what you said you've not had those struggles? " Thank for your great response; my life is really good now but I have really struggled to find my way in a world where I felt out of place. When I was a child, I found formal learning a challenge, plus it was often hard making friends but I was made to join the Army by my dad; he was in an Army recruiting team so gave me the answers to the initial tests. This changed my life, It's was a massive struggle at first and I failed at most things and felt lost and useless but the Army is big on order and doing things in a regimented way, this I liked andafter the initial struggle, I able to thrive in such an environment. Having a formal diagnosis would help explain my social awkwardness and why I'm like I am about certain things; most importantly it'll give others an explanation as to why I've been such a challenge for them to be around at times. All that said, I'm content to just put down my behaviour down to me being me and for me to continue to learn how not to upset others with my ways. | |||
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"So my questions are; should I take their advice and why? Or should I just leave things as they? Thank you in advance. " It's up to you, which i realise is a cop out answer There isnt really much medical support for an autism diagnosis once you get it, however you might want to consider whether an ADHD diagnosis would mean you could be prescribed something like ritalin which can make a significant difference to your daily life if that condition has been making it difficult for you to achieve things. if youre interested there are questionnaires you can do online. often the first thing your GP or Health Board referral will do is have you fill out one of these questionnaires as a "screening" assesment. The waiting lists for diagnosis are pretty long (1-4 years depending where you are). part of the diagnosis process usually involves interviewing your parents, siblings or teachers - the medical professional wants to satisfy themselves you've "always been this way".... that could more difficult the older you get , from what ive read some doctors wont grant a diagnosis solely because they can't speak to a parent. Theres advice on overcoming this online, which generally involves building up a folder of self observations that show your struggles, and finding a "friendly" Medical Professional to do the assesment based solely on your self produced evidence "self diagnosis" is accepted as completely valid by the majority of Autistic people, partly because of the difficulties above. By simply accepting you might be autistic, and spending time here and other forums you'll have many "ah-ha" moments where things that have happened in the past might suddenly make sense to you. Thats the path many people take. | |||
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"Due to the adhd I seek the dopamine hit by sexual excitement and get intensely hyper focus on sex and meet fantasy’s..but the autism does have an impact sexual." oh I relate to getting that dopamine hit from sex, well I used to  and I miss that buzz immensely, it used to drive me insane though 
As for not wanting/ managing the social meets there are others out there who don't want the social side, it's just a case of finding them or maybe disclosing your ADHD/Autism if you feel comfortable doing so. | |||
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"What a great thread, you guys seem very knowledgeable, helpful and support about this subject; I'd like some advice please; a close friend told me they think I have ADHD and/or be autistic and that maybe I should consider getting an expert's opinion. My answer was that in not interested in knowing whether or not I have ADHD or if I'm autistic, I'm 61, very happy and get on just fine as I'm, I also said that I couldn't see how a diagnosis for either would bring an more positives into my life. So my questions are; should I take their advice and why? Or should I just leave things as they? Thank you in advance. If you are happy and it genuinely doesn't effect you I'm not sure what benefit it would bring. There's a recurring theme with late diagnosis that we finally understand and make sense of the things we've struggled with throughout our lives. I'm guessing from what you said you've not had those struggles? Thank for your great response; my life is really good now but I have really struggled to find my way in a world where I felt out of place. When I was a child, I found formal learning a challenge, plus it was often hard making friends but I was made to join the Army by my dad; he was in an Army recruiting team so gave me the answers to the initial tests. This changed my life, It's was a massive struggle at first and I failed at most things and felt lost and useless but the Army is big on order and doing things in a regimented way, this I liked andafter the initial struggle, I able to thrive in such an environment. Having a formal diagnosis would help explain my social awkwardness and why I'm like I am about certain things; most importantly it'll give others an explanation as to why I've been such a challenge for them to be around at times. All that said, I'm content to just put down my behaviour down to me being me and for me to continue to learn how not to upset others with my ways." Thanks for sharing
Some people are happy just with self diagnosis after they've done a fair amount of research. Could you explain that you feel like you do xyz because you think you are an autistic ADHDer? Or is it a case of all or nothing in terms of assessment?
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"What a great thread, you guys seem very knowledgeable, helpful and support about this subject; I'd like some advice please; a close friend told me they think I have ADHD and/or be autistic and that maybe I should consider getting an expert's opinion. My answer was that in not interested in knowing whether or not I have ADHD or if I'm autistic, I'm 61, very happy and get on just fine as I'm, I also said that I couldn't see how a diagnosis for either would bring an more positives into my life. So my questions are; should I take their advice and why? Or should I just leave things as they? Thank you in advance. If you are happy and it genuinely doesn't effect you I'm not sure what benefit it would bring. There's a recurring theme with late diagnosis that we finally understand and make sense of the things we've struggled with throughout our lives. I'm guessing from what you said you've not had those struggles? I was thinking the same thing John. Do you mind sharing why your friend thinks you are autistic or are an ADHDer? No problem at all if you don't want to share but it's a little unusual to not think you've got any struggles when you're neurodivergent. " My friend has been receiving therapy for issues that they have; as a result of their sessions, things they've learned about themselves prompted them to make that suggestion. I've had a lot of struggles but I've been able to work through most of them by having a single minded approach; although normally easily distracted, once focused I'd not stop until what ever it was that had to be done was done, this got me noticed and took people's focus away from the aspects of my life where I was hopeless. I'm also great at not feeling emotional about the bad things that have happen in my life. | |||
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"What is a pain for me sometimes is when I have one of them downer days whenever something is on my mind and I would end up overthinking which would have me in a panic and then feel doubtful about myself and the feel down for the rest of the day. Is that generally or before you go to a club? It's happened sometimes before I go to a club and sadly sometimes when I'm at the club if non of my friends are there." There were times that I would then end up leaving the clubs early and would feel down all day and night. | |||
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" As for the kids my nephew was diagnosed at a very early age he’s now 19, one thing I’ve noticed is that because he’s never been forced to try to fit in he doesn’t have any kind of mask that most of us have developed over the years, I guess it’s a good thing but seems to hold him back somehow, I’m wondering if something in between my experience and is his the answer I'm in a similar position with my son. There isnt really any support for Autistic adults (unless they have significant support needs) i do worry that encouraging him to not care what people think is going to make it harder for him as an adult when he needs to fit in with what university, employers and people in general expect. He lost his temper with his friends the other day and threw something on the ground. Hes found it very difficult to make a friend group as a teenager and it was difficult to explain to him that he cant force people to like him, and being loud or aggressive is a behaviour people dont like. he feels hes just venting his frustration if people dont like ideas he suggests, but it can look to other people like being spoiled or volatile. I was the opposite as a kid. too quiet and let people walk over me and became frustrated and angry with myself. As you say if he could find a halfway house between the two it would be better for him socially. no idea how to achieve that though. " It's such a good point! We're encouraged to drop the masks and be authentic but sometimes that could cause more issues depending on your personality. Like you say how do you find a happy medium without causing anxiety and other mental health problems | |||
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"I do object to the whole it’s superpower thing, great for kids, but for me who has always been weird without realising why I’ve not been able to be ‘normal’ up until recently it’s a bloody pain in the arse " Me too-- it's all very well being able to hyperfocus from novice to expert in record quick time, but when the downside is needing a winter duvet all year round or trashing the kitchen for the sake of a sandwich, then it's a bit too much to call it super anything. | |||
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"Hiya, I'm not sure I am in the right place but I find clubs super awkward sometimes, I work in a nursing home and can chat the old people til the cows come home, yet when I'm with normal, my age regular people I'm like "there is a donkey" (there is no donkey...that's how awkward I get!) Also my husband pointed out to me, I'm always starting a hobby but never finished one...knitting, painting, tattooing (yes really), ukulele, the list goes on. I start something but never ever finish it, out house is a constant state of "chic decorating" where I start one room but never finished! Doesn't help my husband (who can talk for England but doesn't always get social cues) is almost the same as me. How we ever get out the house is beyond me lol " Sounds familiar! | |||
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"Hiya, I'm not sure I am in the right place but I find clubs super awkward sometimes, I work in a nursing home and can chat the old people til the cows come home, yet when I'm with normal, my age regular people I'm like "there is a donkey" (there is no donkey...that's how awkward I get!) Also my husband pointed out to me, I'm always starting a hobby but never finished one...knitting, painting, tattooing (yes really), ukulele, the list goes on. I start something but never ever finish it, out house is a constant state of "chic decorating" where I start one room but never finished! Doesn't help my husband (who can talk for England but doesn't always get social cues) is almost the same as me. How we ever get out the house is beyond me lol Sounds familiar! "I'm the aforementioned husband, I feel my hyperfocus usually remain focused for a lot longer than Danish's | |||
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"Great to see so many commenting here - it just goes to show that an Neurodivergent section on fab, is needed! There must be a link between ND and swinging - would love to study it! From who I’ve met, we’re all very open minded, creative, adventurous in bed, not to mention, fucking hilarious, too!!
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"Hiya, I'm not sure I am in the right place but I find clubs super awkward sometimes, I work in a nursing home and can chat the old people til the cows come home, yet when I'm with normal, my age regular people I'm like "there is a donkey" (there is no donkey...that's how awkward I get!) Also my husband pointed out to me, I'm always starting a hobby but never finished one...knitting, painting, tattooing (yes really), ukulele, the list goes on. I start something but never ever finish it, out house is a constant state of "chic decorating" where I start one room but never finished! Doesn't help my husband (who can talk for England but doesn't always get social cues) is almost the same as me. How we ever get out the house is beyond me lol Sounds familiar!
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"Great to see so many commenting here - it just goes to show that an Neurodivergent section on fab, is needed! There must be a link between ND and swinging - would love to study it! From who I’ve met, we’re all very open minded, creative, adventurous in bed, not to mention, fucking hilarious, too!!
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"Well yeah basically I suffer from a lack of concentration which is very off putting especially in clubs. I find my mind wandering off topic at the time you want it to be on topic and ramping up the speed. My brain is basically miswired" Are you thinking about doing your food shopping when you really want to ask someone to go to a room? Or are changing the subject with the people you're chatting to? | |||
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"Hiya, I'm not sure I am in the right place but I find clubs super awkward sometimes, I work in a nursing home and can chat the old people til the cows come home, yet when I'm with normal, my age regular people I'm like "there is a donkey" (there is no donkey...that's how awkward I get!) Also my husband pointed out to me, I'm always starting a hobby but never finished one...knitting, painting, tattooing (yes really), ukulele, the list goes on. I start something but never ever finish it, out house is a constant state of "chic decorating" where I start one room but never finished! Doesn't help my husband (who can talk for England but doesn't always get social cues) is almost the same as me. How we ever get out the house is beyond me lol Sounds familiar!
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"No doubt in my mind. The amount of people that post on the mental health threads as well! Can't help but wonder if some are ND." Occasionally see profile descriptions and am very sure the poster is ND. they might write "people dont think im interested because my voice sounds monotone and i struggle to make eye contact, but if you can get past that youre in for a good time" i'm never sure whether these are people who are ND, and if they are do they know they are ND? i tried a couple with chat emails along the lines of "i thought your profile seemed very familiar, im kind of the same, how do you get in with meets?" but never got a reply. Thats a pretty vague message, but im sure no-one wants to open their inbox looking for sex and instead to feel accused or outed for being ND. Especially if its something they're struggling with at the time. | |||
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"Hiya, I'm not sure I am in the right place but I find clubs super awkward sometimes, I work in a nursing home and can chat the old people til the cows come home, yet when I'm with normal, my age regular people I'm like "there is a donkey" (there is no donkey...that's how awkward I get!) Also my husband pointed out to me, I'm always starting a hobby but never finished one...knitting, painting, tattooing (yes really), ukulele, the list goes on. I start something but never ever finish it, out house is a constant state of "chic decorating" where I start one room but never finished! Doesn't help my husband (who can talk for England but doesn't always get social cues) is almost the same as me. How we ever get out the house is beyond me lol Sounds familiar!
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"Hello there! I have undiagnosed aspergers(runs in the family like were skywalkers!) I find my sexual appetite is 0 90%of the time then boom, through the roof anything goes for the rest! C is supportive but does feel sometimes that i dont want her, which isnt the case at all! S" Hi
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"No doubt in my mind. The amount of people that post on the mental health threads as well! Can't help but wonder if some are ND. Occasionally see profile descriptions and am very sure the poster is ND. they might write "people dont think im interested because my voice sounds monotone and i struggle to make eye contact, but if you can get past that youre in for a good time" i'm never sure whether these are people who are ND, and if they are do they know they are ND? i tried a couple with chat emails along the lines of "i thought your profile seemed very familiar, im kind of the same, how do you get in with meets?" but never got a reply. Thats a pretty vague message, but im sure no-one wants to open their inbox looking for sex and instead to feel accused or outed for being ND. Especially if its something they're struggling with at the time. " Oh absolutely! I've seen those profiles too, seems like a good way to approach them. | |||
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"Hi I have adhd marie. And it explains soooo much I get so bored at times in meets and clubs then I just can't cope need full on excitement which is hard to find at times and poor hubby gets brunt of my frustration x" Hi
The need to keep chasing dopamine is frustrating, luckily for me the majority of the time just being at a club gives me enough of a buzz to get by.
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"Hi All, No malice or judgement behind this question, but I'm interested. I've seen a lot of posts where someone is desperately waiting for a diagnosis of a neuro divergent condition. What does an official diagnoses actually do for you?" Depends on what type of neurodivergence it is. Adhd is the only one that you can have medication for, but you need to have an assessment to get a prescription. Having an official diagnosis is helpful to be able to get adjustments at work, college uni ect. Also helps with some benefit claims. Some people want assessments to be able to understand themselves better, rather than feeling like they have character flaws. | |||
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"Hi All, No malice or judgement behind this question, but I'm interested. I've seen a lot of posts where someone is desperately waiting for a diagnosis of a neuro divergent condition. What does an official diagnoses actually do for you? Depends on what type of neurodivergence it is. Adhd is the only one that you can have medication for, but you need to have an assessment to get a prescription. Having an official diagnosis is helpful to be able to get adjustments at work, college uni ect. Also helps with some benefit claims. Some people want assessments to be able to understand themselves better, rather than feeling like they have character flaws. " Thank you. | |||
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"Hi All, No malice or judgement behind this question, but I'm interested. I've seen a lot of posts where someone is desperately waiting for a diagnosis of a neuro divergent condition. What does an official diagnoses actually do for you? Depends on what type of neurodivergence it is. Adhd is the only one that you can have medication for, but you need to have an assessment to get a prescription. Having an official diagnosis is helpful to be able to get adjustments at work, college uni ect. Also helps with some benefit claims. Some people want assessments to be able to understand themselves better, rather than feeling like they have character flaws. " For me. Its a lifetime spent not fitting in, not belonging, struggling with so many basic aspects of life that other people manage with ease, it's why I get overwhelmed by noises, by crowds, by bright lights, its about why I struggle with friendships and relationships, why I drank so much, why I never felt I could he myself, and far more besides. And finally understanding why that's and that non if it is my fault | |||
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"Hi, Just found this thread, so first time commenting. This is Mr speaking, and I found out a couple of years ago, in my late forties, that I am a bit on the autism scale. Not much, just enough for it to have been worth asking a few more questions while I was in therapy for a separate issue. But the only real effect that it has, either in daily life or in swinging, is that I can be really up for something for days or even weeks, but a switch can get flicked in my mind for whatever reason and suddenly I am no longer interested. At all. No way, no how. Which when it might come to something on the fuck it list could be frustrating. I've always been like this, and can momentarily freeze mentally on occasions too. The diagnosis does at least allow me to know what's causing it and go with it Much love to everyone else "Omg this happens to me all the time, its full steam ahead whating sex like theres no tomorrow and then all of a sudden no not interested until the next surge comes along. Interesting that it can be to do with ASD. I am not going mad! | |||
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"Evening fellow NDs The weather was nice today so I went out for a walk around town and enjoy the the sunshine. How is everyone tonight?" Hi
Sounds good!
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"Evening fellow NDs The weather was nice today so I went out for a walk around town and enjoy the the sunshine. How is everyone tonight? Hi
Sounds good!
Shattered after work but not completely out of spoons like I usually am. Counting my blessings!"That's good that you're counting your blessings. It's always good to be home after a day at work. | |||
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"Hello there! I have undiagnosed aspergers(runs in the family like were skywalkers!) I find my sexual appetite is 0 90%of the time then boom, through the roof anything goes for the rest! C is supportive but does feel sometimes that i dont want her, which isnt the case at all! S Hi
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"Hi, Just found this thread, so first time commenting. This is Mr speaking, and I found out a couple of years ago, in my late forties, that I am a bit on the autism scale. Not much, just enough for it to have been worth asking a few more questions while I was in therapy for a separate issue. But the only real effect that it has, either in daily life or in swinging, is that I can be really up for something for days or even weeks, but a switch can get flicked in my mind for whatever reason and suddenly I am no longer interested. At all. No way, no how. Which when it might come to something on the fuck it list could be frustrating. I've always been like this, and can momentarily freeze mentally on occasions too. The diagnosis does at least allow me to know what's causing it and go with it Much love to everyone else "Thats very similar to me, i hyper focus on something for a long time then boom, i dont wanna know:/ sex is a big example. It can certainly complicate matters:/ S | |||
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"Ah that sounds like a tricky situation. Is C neurotypical? May i ask what that is? Im dense lol S" Neurodivergent is often shortened to ND and is anyone who has a neurological condition such as ADHD, Autism etc. NeuroTypical is often shortened to NT and is anyone who isn't Neurodivergent - "normal people" might be one way to put it. "we" often speak about NTs as being anyone who doesnt get us because they see the world differently to us. | |||
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"Ah that sounds like a tricky situation. Is C neurotypical? May i ask what that is? Im dense lol S Neurodivergent is often shortened to ND and is anyone who has a neurological condition such as ADHD, Autism etc. NeuroTypical is often shortened to NT and is anyone who isn't Neurodivergent - "normal people" might be one way to put it. "we" often speak about NTs as being anyone who doesnt get us because they see the world differently to us. " Ah righto! Well my close family members have been diagnosed but a couple of us havnt. My wife(C) is supportive but i sometimes cant help feeling that i let her down with the sex..... until i get into horndog mode then im more nympho than her! S | |||
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"Just thought I’d say hi, just been diagnosed with ADHD, it explains so much
Charlie "Congrats on your diagnosis. Every day I’m learning something new. Diagnosed ADHD at 36. Always wondered why I can play the piano to grade 6 and sing, at the same time, but could never master washing up!!
One of my fave podcasts is ADHD As Females - they always ask,
What’s the most ADHD thing you’ve done this week?!
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"No naughty meet ups of recent/currently. My libido is always high lol. If I masturbate.. one or two days later, my horniness comes back. So it's tricky to refrain from acting on the urge to play and cum aha. But am just focusing on other things really. I come on here every now and again to keep updated with anything. Was thinking about throwing the towel in and giving up on this cheeky area of my life and just living in the world without fan, but then I remembered why I came here.. because it makes it easier to find other mutual people to play with. How are you Kitty? x" Hey Knobin no point in leaving you'll only come back
Is it a case of the more sex you have the more you want? I used to be like that.
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"Hiya, I'm not sure I am in the right place but I find clubs super awkward sometimes, I work in a nursing home and can chat the old people til the cows come home, yet when I'm with normal, my age regular people I'm like "there is a donkey" (there is no donkey...that's how awkward I get!) Also my husband pointed out to me, I'm always starting a hobby but never finished one...knitting, painting, tattooing (yes really), ukulele, the list goes on. I start something but never ever finish it, out house is a constant state of "chic decorating" where I start one room but never finished! Doesn't help my husband (who can talk for England but doesn't always get social cues) is almost the same as me. How we ever get out the house is beyond me lol Sounds familiar!
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Haha I bet you hyperfocus on different things too?
Dungeons and Dragons and things related to it tend to be my hyperfocus and because there's so many facets as one thing stops being interesting I'll find something else to focus on so it's like 1 big hyper focus
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"Hiya, I'm not sure I am in the right place but I find clubs super awkward sometimes, I work in a nursing home and can chat the old people til the cows come home, yet when I'm with normal, my age regular people I'm like "there is a donkey" (there is no donkey...that's how awkward I get!) Also my husband pointed out to me, I'm always starting a hobby but never finished one...knitting, painting, tattooing (yes really), ukulele, the list goes on. I start something but never ever finish it, out house is a constant state of "chic decorating" where I start one room but never finished! Doesn't help my husband (who can talk for England but doesn't always get social cues) is almost the same as me. How we ever get out the house is beyond me lol Sounds familiar!
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"Cuckolding has lots of advantages and many risks too. In my (John's) opinion it allows the woman to feel secure in her partners continued fidelity. The fear with women new to sharing or swinging is that he might suggest sex with another man only so he can screw other women too. The fact in Cuckolding it is all/mostly focused on her sexual needs helps overcome this. Meanwhile he gets a, hard for her to understand,thrill at being made to feel second best. He revels in her greater pleasure with others and watching or hearing about her adventures. That is one of the disadvantages too though, because the more submissive he becomes the harder it can be for her to continue to respect him as her masculine partner. Not for everyone it isn't but some of course. Discuss "I'm struggling to see the link to neurodiversity? | |||
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"Afternoon everyone. Hope everything is ok. I'm doing ok although I am feel nervous about going to an event next month for someone's birthday. Just found out it will be a sub dom event and my autistic mind is overthinking again and sending me into a worrying frenzy. I know that some or my friends will be there but the last thing I want is to end up getting upset like I did when I went to a previous event one night." What do you think is worry you the most? | |||
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"First time I’ve seen these threads…but great! I haven’t seen any mention of HSP, tho I haven’t read back in the older ones. I found out about being HSP (highly sensitive, aka sensory processing sensitivity) about 4 years ago. It’s made so much sense to me and I’m much more comfortable with myself for understanding it all. Receive and process more sensory inputs and feel emotions more strongly than NTs, tendency towards overwhelm if not careful. I’m in a relationship with someone who *totally* gets it…and for the first time, I can be completely myself…which is doing great things for my libido!! And being with someone who understands and cares for my feelings and limits means I’m much more able to try things "Hi
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"Neurodiversity among kink/pervy folk is extremely high for obvious reasons. Did ya'll know there's a term for it too? Neurospicy has been coined to give it a nice name. No idea if this has been said on here but there you go." I have but I've also seen people on twitter using the term as an alternative to neurodivergence, so be careful | |||
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"Neurodiversity among kink/pervy folk is extremely high for obvious reasons. Did ya'll know there's a term for it too? Neurospicy has been coined to give it a nice name. No idea if this has been said on here but there you go. I have but I've also seen people on twitter using the term as an alternative to neurodivergence, so be careful "Sure. I think in the confines of sex/kink sites it's being used quite a lot now. So in context I think it's cool | |||
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"Neurodiversity among kink/pervy folk is extremely high for obvious reasons. Did ya'll know there's a term for it too? Neurospicy has been coined to give it a nice name. No idea if this has been said on here but there you go." I've literally never seen neurospicey used in that context, only as an alternative for neurodiversity or neurodiverse | |||
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"Neurodiversity among kink/pervy folk is extremely high for obvious reasons. Did ya'll know there's a term for it too? Neurospicy has been coined to give it a nice name. No idea if this has been said on here but there you go. I've literally never seen neurospicey used in that context, only as an alternative for neurodiversity or neurodiverse " It's used heavily on a dating/kink app I use which I can't mention on here. | |||
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"Afternoon everyone. Hope everything is ok. I'm doing ok although I am feel nervous about going to an event next month for someone's birthday. Just found out it will be a sub dom event and my autistic mind is overthinking again and sending me into a worrying frenzy. I know that some or my friends will be there but the last thing I want is to end up getting upset like I did when I went to a previous event one night. What do you think is worry you the most? " I've never been to that kind of event and it worries me that I'll just be a third wheel. | |||
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"Afternoon everyone. Hope everything is ok. I'm doing ok although I am feel nervous about going to an event next month for someone's birthday. Just found out it will be a sub dom event and my autistic mind is overthinking again and sending me into a worrying frenzy. I know that some or my friends will be there but the last thing I want is to end up getting upset like I did when I went to a previous event one night. What do you think is worry you the most? I've never been to that kind of event and it worries me that I'll just be a third wheel." Could you or your friends ask organisers what to expect from the event? | |||
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"Afternoon everyone. Hope everything is ok. I'm doing ok although I am feel nervous about going to an event next month for someone's birthday. Just found out it will be a sub dom event and my autistic mind is overthinking again and sending me into a worrying frenzy. I know that some or my friends will be there but the last thing I want is to end up getting upset like I did when I went to a previous event one night. What do you think is worry you the most? I've never been to that kind of event and it worries me that I'll just be a third wheel. Could you or your friends ask organisers what to expect from the event? " I'll look into it | |||
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"Neurodiversity among kink/pervy folk is extremely high for obvious reasons. Did ya'll know there's a term for it too? Neurospicy has been coined to give it a nice name. No idea if this has been said on here but there you go. I've literally never seen neurospicey used in that context, only as an alternative for neurodiversity or neurodiverse It's used heavily on a dating/kink app I use which I can't mention on here. " Amd I think you are misinterpreting the context based on the site you are seeing it on. It's a relatively new term, in fact its been around for less than a year bit having googled it (because hey a hyperfocus rabbit hole to disappear down) I literally can't find a single reference to it being sexual in context. Threads in reddit, urban dictionary and several blogs, all say the same thing: that it as an alternative for neurodiversity. | |||
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"Afternoon everyone. Hope everything is ok. I'm doing ok although I am feel nervous about going to an event next month for someone's birthday. Just found out it will be a sub dom event and my autistic mind is overthinking again and sending me into a worrying frenzy. I know that some or my friends will be there but the last thing I want is to end up getting upset like I did when I went to a previous event one night. What do you think is worry you the most? I've never been to that kind of event and it worries me that I'll just be a third wheel. Could you or your friends ask organisers what to expect from the event? I'll look into it" The organisers will likely support you if it's a half decent kink event. But also reach out yo your friends and explain your fears | |||
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"Just thought I'd get something off my chest on my condition and what I was like before I joined this lifestyle. Before I started going to clubs like Cupids, I haven't had much of an outside life nor a social one and have been like that since I was a kid. I was bullied and treated differently at school because of my condition. There were times where I felt like I was ugly and a freak and what I went through had affected me ever since. It had affected how I socialise with people as I grew up and it still kind of does when I go to clubs. I know that people I've seen in the clubs are always friendly but I can't help but be afraid sometimes." You're not alone in that, tbh at the mo im having an ugly freak self doubt phase too, sexual anxiety on the rise, incoming existential spiral | |||
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"Just thought I'd get something off my chest on my condition and what I was like before I joined this lifestyle. Before I started going to clubs like Cupids, I haven't had much of an outside life nor a social one and have been like that since I was a kid. I was bullied and treated differently at school because of my condition. There were times where I felt like I was ugly and a freak and what I went through had affected me ever since. It had affected how I socialise with people as I grew up and it still kind of does when I go to clubs. I know that people I've seen in the clubs are always friendly but I can't help but be afraid sometimes. You're not alone in that, tbh at the mo im having an ugly freak self doubt phase too, sexual anxiety on the rise, incoming existential spiral "Yeah, I know that feeling. It's awful when those negative thoughts go round and round in your head. | |||
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" I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... " We had a similar "autism is my superpower" discussion in the last thread. What is it youve done or achieved with ADHD to make it the best thing ever? i tend to find its just a negative with difficulty focussing, being motivated and doing work etc. But there are 2 kinds of ADHD and im "innatentive" which means i dont get any of the impulsive/hyperactivity many people often experience. | |||
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"I was diagnosed in the early 70s with medical hyperactivity which is totally true ... but never gave me any help, that is normal nowadays. Recently I looked up adult ADHA symptoms and I have them all on steroids But I learned to live with this as my normal, everyone in my life excepted me as me, I learned to use it all to my advantage I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... " Yup, I agree. My life and experiences and repeated patterns in my behaviour made so much sense when I realised what was happening. My life now is so much fuller knowing why i do things the wy I do and why I keep repeating the same stupid behaviours | |||
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"I was diagnosed in the early 70s with medical hyperactivity which is totally true ... but never gave me any help, that is normal nowadays. Recently I looked up adult ADHA symptoms and I have them all on steroids But I learned to live with this as my normal, everyone in my life excepted me as me, I learned to use it all to my advantage I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... " Hi
It's truly wonderful you've had a positive experience, would you mind sharing what your difficulties are?
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"Just thought I'd get something off my chest on my condition and what I was like before I joined this lifestyle. Before I started going to clubs like Cupids, I haven't had much of an outside life nor a social one and have been like that since I was a kid. I was bullied and treated differently at school because of my condition. There were times where I felt like I was ugly and a freak and what I went through had affected me ever since. It had affected how I socialise with people as I grew up and it still kind of does when I go to clubs. I know that people I've seen in the clubs are always friendly but I can't help but be afraid sometimes. You're not alone in that, tbh at the mo im having an ugly freak self doubt phase too, sexual anxiety on the rise, incoming existential spiral
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"I’m autistic, I’m confident and a lot happier in myself since I found out. I find interacting with people very difficult. I thought it would be easier meeting people on here but so far it isn’t." It's lovely to hear you've found your confidence since diagnosis. It's really not easy finding suitable people for meets on here, I hope it doesn't have an impact on your confidence. | |||
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"I was diagnosed in the early 70s with medical hyperactivity which is totally true ... but never gave me any help, that is normal nowadays. Recently I looked up adult ADHA symptoms and I have them all on steroids But I learned to live with this as my normal, everyone in my life excepted me as me, I learned to use it all to my advantage I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... Yup, I agree. My life and experiences and repeated patterns in my behaviour made so much sense when I realised what was happening. My life now is so much fuller knowing why i do things the wy I do and why I keep repeating the same stupid behaviours "Are you talking about impulsiveness? | |||
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"The Quakers' Friends House on Euston Road opposite Euston station says "Warning: Loud hand dryers" in their smart and clean mens' toilets, with a link to the autism.org.uk website. Thank you, Friends, very thoughtful. "We went to Brighton a few weeks ago ajd driving home I got hit by sensory overload at a service station because I couldn't cope with multiple hand driers going simultaneously, this sign is awesome! | |||
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"Autism? I (Mr) listened to a programme on R4 last week randomly on the way home and thought “that’s me” Have completed a RAADS-R assessment and scored 135+ so have an initial assessment next week to se what is what Have others completed the above assessment and if so any useful info on the results it gives ? Xx " Hi
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"I was diagnosed in the early 70s with medical hyperactivity which is totally true ... but never gave me any help, that is normal nowadays. Recently I looked up adult ADHA symptoms and I have them all on steroids But I learned to live with this as my normal, everyone in my life excepted me as me, I learned to use it all to my advantage I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... Hi
It's truly wonderful you've had a positive experience, would you mind sharing what your difficulties are?
I'm trying to figure out how I could use my shit memory,concentration, internalised hyperactivity, impulsiveness and RSD to name a few to my advantage. If I had all those symptoms on steroids I don't think I'd leave the house. "I don't have any difficulties as it's just my normal tbh ... Being totally hyperactive makes sleep interesting but easy as keep super fit and just wear myself out daily! Never had an issue with my weight for sure! | |||
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"I was diagnosed in the early 70s with medical hyperactivity which is totally true ... but never gave me any help, that is normal nowadays. Recently I looked up adult ADHA symptoms and I have them all on steroids But I learned to live with this as my normal, everyone in my life excepted me as me, I learned to use it all to my advantage I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... Hi
It's truly wonderful you've had a positive experience, would you mind sharing what your difficulties are?
I'm trying to figure out how I could use my shit memory,concentration, internalised hyperactivity, impulsiveness and RSD to name a few to my advantage. If I had all those symptoms on steroids I don't think I'd leave the house.
I don't have any difficulties as it's just my normal tbh ...
Being totally hyperactive makes sleep interesting but easy as keep super fit and just wear myself out daily! Never had an issue with my weight for sure! "Hyperactivity is your only symptom? | |||
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"I was diagnosed in the early 70s with medical hyperactivity which is totally true ... but never gave me any help, that is normal nowadays. Recently I looked up adult ADHA symptoms and I have them all on steroids But I learned to live with this as my normal, everyone in my life excepted me as me, I learned to use it all to my advantage I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... Hi
It's truly wonderful you've had a positive experience, would you mind sharing what your difficulties are?
I'm trying to figure out how I could use my shit memory,concentration, internalised hyperactivity, impulsiveness and RSD to name a few to my advantage. If I had all those symptoms on steroids I don't think I'd leave the house.
I don't have any difficulties as it's just my normal tbh ...
Being totally hyperactive makes sleep interesting but easy as keep super fit and just wear myself out daily! Never had an issue with my weight for sure!
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"I was diagnosed in the early 70s with medical hyperactivity which is totally true ... but never gave me any help, that is normal nowadays. Recently I looked up adult ADHA symptoms and I have them all on steroids But I learned to live with this as my normal, everyone in my life excepted me as me, I learned to use it all to my advantage I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... Hi
It's truly wonderful you've had a positive experience, would you mind sharing what your difficulties are?
I'm trying to figure out how I could use my shit memory,concentration, internalised hyperactivity, impulsiveness and RSD to name a few to my advantage. If I had all those symptoms on steroids I don't think I'd leave the house.
I don't have any difficulties as it's just my normal tbh ...
Being totally hyperactive makes sleep interesting but easy as keep super fit and just wear myself out daily! Never had an issue with my weight for sure!
Hyperactivity is your only symptom?
Nope I have every symptom, And a bit of both types so inattentiveness (though less so), hyperactivity and impulsiveness. Luckily though they have been tempered with age ... though 55 am still hyperactive as
"*Carelessness and lack of attention to detail (so strict with myself) *Continually starting new tasks before finishing old ones (Bite size pieces works wonders) *Poor organisational skills (owned this have most excellent tools) *Inability to focus or prioritise (am so much better at this now) *Continually losing or misplacing things (absolutely terrible) *Forgetfulness (ditto but getting worse with age )
*Restlessness and edginess (episodes now)
*Difficulty keeping quiet, and speaking out of turn (improved with age for sure)
*Blurting out responses and often interrupting others (episodes now)
*Mood swings, irritability and a quick temper (actually well under control)
*Inability to deal with stress (totally mastered this!)
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"I was diagnosed in the early 70s with medical hyperactivity which is totally true ... but never gave me any help, that is normal nowadays. Recently I looked up adult ADHA symptoms and I have them all on steroids But I learned to live with this as my normal, everyone in my life excepted me as me, I learned to use it all to my advantage I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... Hi
It's truly wonderful you've had a positive experience, would you mind sharing what your difficulties are?
I'm trying to figure out how I could use my shit memory,concentration, internalised hyperactivity, impulsiveness and RSD to name a few to my advantage. If I had all those symptoms on steroids I don't think I'd leave the house.
I don't have any difficulties as it's just my normal tbh ...
Being totally hyperactive makes sleep interesting but easy as keep super fit and just wear myself out daily! Never had an issue with my weight for sure!
Hyperactivity is your only symptom? "ADHD until recently was just being hyperactive mentally and physically ADD was just being mentally hyperactive The symptoms are all the same, just different names/labels now I'm 55 and totally have ADHD every symptom my body and brain run flat out 24/7 but I've learned tools and ways of making life easier, coping mechanisms and have always made the most of it to my advantage I don't think of myself as having issues or problems because this is my normal! Literally I don't know any different ... and I like myself! | |||
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"I was diagnosed in the early 70s with medical hyperactivity which is totally true ... but never gave me any help, that is normal nowadays. Recently I looked up adult ADHA symptoms and I have them all on steroids But I learned to live with this as my normal, everyone in my life excepted me as me, I learned to use it all to my advantage I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... Hi
It's truly wonderful you've had a positive experience, would you mind sharing what your difficulties are?
I'm trying to figure out how I could use my shit memory,concentration, internalised hyperactivity, impulsiveness and RSD to name a few to my advantage. If I had all those symptoms on steroids I don't think I'd leave the house.
I don't have any difficulties as it's just my normal tbh ...
Being totally hyperactive makes sleep interesting but easy as keep super fit and just wear myself out daily! Never had an issue with my weight for sure!
Hyperactivity is your only symptom?
ADHD until recently was just being hyperactive mentally and physically
ADD was just being mentally hyperactive
The symptoms are all the same, just different names/labels now
I'm 55 and totally have ADHD every symptom my body and brain run flat out 24/7 but I've learned tools and ways of making life easier, coping mechanisms and have always made the most of it to my advantage
I don't think of myself as having issues or problems because this is my normal! Literally I don't know any different ... and I like myself! "It's good that you don't think you've got problems, others will have the same opinion too, but many people do and they will describe themselves as disabled quite rightly too. We need to acknowledge just as NT people aren't all the same ADHDers aren't either. The fact that 1 in 5 ADHDers attempt suicide speaks volumes. | |||
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" I wish instead of a poor me diagnosis we could instead teach those with this diagnosis how to live with it and make it the best thing ever! And it truly can be ... " I'm glad you have such a positive story. But I hate hearing any variation of "Autism is my superpower and therefore it should be yours too". Because for me it most definitely isn’t a positive | |||
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" ... being totally hyperactive makes sleep interesting but easy as keep super fit and just wear myself out daily! Never had an issue with my weight for sure! " I had a friend who I suspected was ADHD who would do things like wake up at 3am and do 30 mins of weighted hulahoop without even thinking about it. Generally I think inattentive ADHD people (like me) tend to struggle with their weight. I read that 75% of people who are assessed for Gastric Band surgery are found to have undiagnosed ADHD. Presumably thats inattentive ADHD. | |||
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"No naughty meet ups of recent/currently. My libido is always high lol. If I masturbate.. one or two days later, my horniness comes back. So it's tricky to refrain from acting on the urge to play and cum aha. But am just focusing on other things really. I come on here every now and again to keep updated with anything. Was thinking about throwing the towel in and giving up on this cheeky area of my life and just living in the world without fan, but then I remembered why I came here.. because it makes it easier to find other mutual people to play with. How are you Kitty? x Hey Knobin no point in leaving you'll only come back
Is it a case of the more sex you have the more you want? I used to be like that.
I'm actually feeling well enough for a visit to Chameleons tonight super excited to be hitting the jacuzzi with Rod, we haven't been in the jacuzzi since I had my nipple pierced in August. We can't wait "Haha possibly. I think I may actually leave to be honest. If I do, I wish you, rod and the other ND's on this site well x. I think so, but also my sex drive is high anyway, so naturally I enjoy lots of sex if the opportunity is there lol. Did it go well?? Am pleases to hear you're feeling good. xx | |||
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"No naughty meet ups of recent/currently. My libido is always high lol. If I masturbate.. one or two days later, my horniness comes back. So it's tricky to refrain from acting on the urge to play and cum aha. But am just focusing on other things really. I come on here every now and again to keep updated with anything. Was thinking about throwing the towel in and giving up on this cheeky area of my life and just living in the world without fan, but then I remembered why I came here.. because it makes it easier to find other mutual people to play with. How are you Kitty? x Hey Knobin no point in leaving you'll only come back
Is it a case of the more sex you have the more you want? I used to be like that.
I'm actually feeling well enough for a visit to Chameleons tonight super excited to be hitting the jacuzzi with Rod, we haven't been in the jacuzzi since I had my nipple pierced in August. We can't wait
Haha possibly. I think I may actually leave to be honest. If I do, I wish you, rod and the other ND's on this site well x. I think so, but also my sex drive is high anyway, so naturally I enjoy lots of sex if the opportunity is there lol. Did it go well?? Am pleases to hear you're feeling good. xx"Oh no Knobin! I'll be sad to see you go! But I completely understand. Thanks for your contributions and I hope life treats you well and you get enough sex in the real world
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"As said in my original post ... I wish instead of just a diagnosis, which is often thought of as negative, coping strategies and tools would be taught instead of nothing! I've had this for 55 years and it was unheard of until a short while ago ... so please don't think it's been a walk into the park! Or I've had any help because it hasn't been and I haven't ... I learned to live with this a hard way and everytime I got everything wrong I had to put it right by learning and changing It's no joke and it's never easy but I learned to live with it, I learned to use it to my advantage, I've found all the tools that work for me, I've researched and tried everything I thought might help and found my coping strategies and yes, I have used it to my advantage, a positive, and I do like myself but please don't think it's been an easy journey, don't think it hasn't been difficult but it has been a journey, my life, and yes I like myself ... I have and never would belittle anyone's journey in this world ... But am blessed now to be able to share, work with and help others on their journeys which is awesome " Oh yeah they should most definitely offer support with coping strategies post diagnosis. | |||
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"So my kids are all on the spectrum as are my sister and hers, I noticed that I have more than a few traits in common. I figure at 38 I've already developed coping mechanisms so there would not be much benefit in an official diagnosis. Anyone else in a similar position? " It's all about coping mechanisms, these unfortunately aren't taught and can honestly say that, in life, an actual diagnosis can hold you further back than actually having the problem If you can lead a happy productive life around your coping mechanisms then no a diagnosis won't make it better or easier | |||
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"At 46, I was diagnosed with combined ADHD a month ago. I always knew I was different and in a lot of areas of my life I just thought I was lazy. I've spent years beating myself up about my exam results, the dangerous situations I got myself into sexually in my 20's, the clumsiness, forgetfulness, horrific time keeping - the list is endless! I feel good knowing there is a reason why I am the way I am. If it hadn't been for the perimenopause completely destroying my ability to mask and the lack of focus, being so easily distracted, significantly affecting my ability to do my job, I'm not sure I would have gone for diagnosis or considered medication. I have another 5 months to wait before I can start meds but if they will help me get my focus back, i'm all in
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"So my kids are all on the spectrum as are my sister and hers, I noticed that I have more than a few traits in common. I figure at 38 I've already developed coping mechanisms so there would not be much benefit in an official diagnosis. Anyone else in a similar position? " It's difficult to answer these type of questions. I think it's about self understanding, self acceptance and coping mechanisms. Which you seem to have already have that worked out. So it could just be a case of preparing for the worst case scenario, by this I mean nothing is certain in life and we never know when we might hit crisis for whatever reason. Having to wait for assessment in these circumstances is really difficult, which isn't made any easier by mental health professionals trying to treat you like you're neurotypical. It's worth also considering that a diagnosis can support applications for benefits like pip, plus any accommodations that might be required for work. | |||
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"At 46, I was diagnosed with combined ADHD a month ago. I always knew I was different and in a lot of areas of my life I just thought I was lazy. I've spent years beating myself up about my exam results, the dangerous situations I got myself into sexually in my 20's, the clumsiness, forgetfulness, horrific time keeping - the list is endless! I feel good knowing there is a reason why I am the way I am. If it hadn't been for the perimenopause completely destroying my ability to mask and the lack of focus, being so easily distracted, significantly affecting my ability to do my job, I'm not sure I would have gone for diagnosis or considered medication. I have another 5 months to wait before I can start meds but if they will help me get my focus back, i'm all in
I do use the term neuro-spicy. I'm definitely more spice than vanilla
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I've read stories like yours so many times! Those pesky hormones really do cause havoc for ladies with ADHD. I'm glad you've got answers and hope all goes well with titration for you. "Thank you I have friends who have gone through a kind of grieving process, for the life they could have had, if they'd been diagnosed earlier. I may go through something similar once I start medication, but as it stands, I wouldn't change anything from my past as it has made me who I am today. It would be nice to have less of a struggle in the future though xx | |||
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"At 46, I was diagnosed with combined ADHD a month ago. I always knew I was different and in a lot of areas of my life I just thought I was lazy. I've spent years beating myself up about my exam results, the dangerous situations I got myself into sexually in my 20's, the clumsiness, forgetfulness, horrific time keeping - the list is endless! I feel good knowing there is a reason why I am the way I am. If it hadn't been for the perimenopause completely destroying my ability to mask and the lack of focus, being so easily distracted, significantly affecting my ability to do my job, I'm not sure I would have gone for diagnosis or considered medication. I have another 5 months to wait before I can start meds but if they will help me get my focus back, i'm all in
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I've read stories like yours so many times! Those pesky hormones really do cause havoc for ladies with ADHD. I'm glad you've got answers and hope all goes well with titration for you.
Thank you I have friends who have gone through a kind of grieving process, for the life they could have had, if they'd been diagnosed earlier. I may go through something similar once I start medication, but as it stands, I wouldn't change anything from my past as it has made me who I am today. It would be nice to have less of a struggle in the future though xx"Oh absolutely! Loving your positivity there's nothing we can do but move forward. Having that understanding of yourself is priceless, instead of feeling like a rubbish human all the time. | |||
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"At 46, I was diagnosed with combined ADHD a month ago. I always knew I was different and in a lot of areas of my life I just thought I was lazy. I've spent years beating myself up about my exam results, the dangerous situations I got myself into sexually in my 20's, the clumsiness, forgetfulness, horrific time keeping - the list is endless! I feel good knowing there is a reason why I am the way I am. If it hadn't been for the perimenopause completely destroying my ability to mask and the lack of focus, being so easily distracted, significantly affecting my ability to do my job, I'm not sure I would have gone for diagnosis or considered medication. I have another 5 months to wait before I can start meds but if they will help me get my focus back, i'm all in
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I've read stories like yours so many times! Those pesky hormones really do cause havoc for ladies with ADHD. I'm glad you've got answers and hope all goes well with titration for you.
Thank you I have friends who have gone through a kind of grieving process, for the life they could have had, if they'd been diagnosed earlier. I may go through something similar once I start medication, but as it stands, I wouldn't change anything from my past as it has made me who I am today. It would be nice to have less of a struggle in the future though xx
Oh absolutely! Loving your positivity there's nothing we can do but move forward. Having that understanding of yourself is priceless, instead of feeling like a rubbish human all the time. "Oops, I managed to respond from the wrong profile last time! - anyone would think I wasn't paying attention to what I was doing haha That is exactly right, getting my diagnosis has been life changing for me already because I have spent so much of my life beating myself up. I was convinced my assessment would come back saying I didn't have it (total imposter syndrome). Things can only get better! and if anyone reading this now has D:Ream in their heads - you're welcome xx | |||
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"I’m autistic, I’m confident and a lot happier in myself since I found out. I find interacting with people very difficult. I thought it would be easier meeting people on here but so far it isn’t. It's lovely to hear you've found your confidence since diagnosis. It's really not easy finding suitable people for meets on here, I hope it doesn't have an impact on your confidence. Thank you, I think most of my confidence is self generated so it doesn’t affect me much. Totally agree about finding the right people xx " | |||
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"At 46, I was diagnosed with combined ADHD a month ago. I always knew I was different and in a lot of areas of my life I just thought I was lazy. I've spent years beating myself up about my exam results, the dangerous situations I got myself into sexually in my 20's, the clumsiness, forgetfulness, horrific time keeping - the list is endless! I feel good knowing there is a reason why I am the way I am. If it hadn't been for the perimenopause completely destroying my ability to mask and the lack of focus, being so easily distracted, significantly affecting my ability to do my job, I'm not sure I would have gone for diagnosis or considered medication. I have another 5 months to wait before I can start meds but if they will help me get my focus back, i'm all in
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I've read stories like yours so many times! Those pesky hormones really do cause havoc for ladies with ADHD. I'm glad you've got answers and hope all goes well with titration for you.
Thank you I have friends who have gone through a kind of grieving process, for the life they could have had, if they'd been diagnosed earlier. I may go through something similar once I start medication, but as it stands, I wouldn't change anything from my past as it has made me who I am today. It would be nice to have less of a struggle in the future though xx
Oh absolutely! Loving your positivity there's nothing we can do but move forward. Having that understanding of yourself is priceless, instead of feeling like a rubbish human all the time.
Oops, I managed to respond from the wrong profile last time! - anyone would think I wasn't paying attention to what I was doing haha
That is exactly right, getting my diagnosis has been life changing for me already because I have spent so much of my life beating myself up. I was convinced my assessment would come back saying I didn't have it (total imposter syndrome). Things can only get better! and if anyone reading this now has D:Ream in their heads - you're welcome xx"Is there a single person that doesn't get imposter syndrome linked to their assessment? Very unlikely I reckon. Ahh damn it the song is indeed in my head now | |||
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"The Big Issue, number 1555, 13 March 2023 has a page on neurodiversity. The author, Pete Wharmby, wrote that he once signed up to a free 3 month subscription to Empire movie magazine. He meant to cancel after three months, but didn't. After two years he moved house but failed to tell the subscription company. After three more years of paying but not receiving the magazine he finally cancelled it. Altogether he "lost something in the region of £300 in this enterprise". Does that sound familiar to you?" Ahh I follow him on twitter, used to be a teacher before he had a bad burnout. He's got a new book out called untypical. I avoid subscriptions because I know I won't cancel them. | |||
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"The Big Issue, number 1555, 13 March 2023 has a page on neurodiversity. The author, Pete Wharmby, wrote that he once signed up to a free 3 month subscription to Empire movie magazine. He meant to cancel after three months, but didn't. After two years he moved house but failed to tell the subscription company. After three more years of paying but not receiving the magazine he finally cancelled it. Altogether he "lost something in the region of £300 in this enterprise". Does that sound familiar to you? Ahh I follow him on twitter, used to be a teacher before he had a bad burnout. He's got a new book out called untypical. I avoid subscriptions because I know I won't cancel them. " Wouldn't it be easier to make a list and a note in your diary once a year (or when they're due etc) to check all (or that particular one) subscriptions? Life is about having coping strategies for everything but it's the same for everyone regarding subscriptions regardless of anything wrong with them? (though his story is the extreme end!) | |||
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"The Big Issue, number 1555, 13 March 2023 has a page on neurodiversity. The author, Pete Wharmby, wrote that he once signed up to a free 3 month subscription to Empire movie magazine. He meant to cancel after three months, but didn't. After two years he moved house but failed to tell the subscription company. After three more years of paying but not receiving the magazine he finally cancelled it. Altogether he "lost something in the region of £300 in this enterprise". Does that sound familiar to you? Ahh I follow him on twitter, used to be a teacher before he had a bad burnout. He's got a new book out called untypical. I avoid subscriptions because I know I won't cancel them. Wouldn't it be easier to make a list and a note in your diary once a year (or when they're due etc) to check all (or that particular one) subscriptions? Life is about having coping strategies for everything but it's the same for everyone regarding subscriptions regardless of anything wrong with them? (though his story is the extreme end!) " Pete is autistic I don't think he is AuDHD. | |||
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"The Big Issue, number 1555, 13 March 2023 has a page on neurodiversity. The author, Pete Wharmby, wrote that he once signed up to a free 3 month subscription to Empire movie magazine. He meant to cancel after three months, but didn't. After two years he moved house but failed to tell the subscription company. After three more years of paying but not receiving the magazine he finally cancelled it. Altogether he "lost something in the region of £300 in this enterprise". Does that sound familiar to you? Ahh I follow him on twitter, used to be a teacher before he had a bad burnout. He's got a new book out called untypical. I avoid subscriptions because I know I won't cancel them. Wouldn't it be easier to make a list and a note in your diary once a year (or when they're due etc) to check all (or that particular one) subscriptions? Life is about having coping strategies for everything but it's the same for everyone regarding subscriptions regardless of anything wrong with them? (though his story is the extreme end!) Pete is autistic I don't think he is AuDHD." | |||
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"The Big Issue, number 1555, 13 March 2023 has a page on neurodiversity. The author, Pete Wharmby, wrote that he once signed up to a free 3 month subscription to Empire movie magazine. He meant to cancel after three months, but didn't. After two years he moved house but failed to tell the subscription company. After three more years of paying but not receiving the magazine he finally cancelled it. Altogether he "lost something in the region of £300 in this enterprise". Does that sound familiar to you?" Not at all familiar and I've never had to cancel a debit card because I cam see subscriptions coming off it but have no idea what it is for. Nope, definitely never done that | |||
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"The Big Issue, number 1555, 13 March 2023 has a page on neurodiversity. The author, Pete Wharmby, wrote that he once signed up to a free 3 month subscription to Empire movie magazine. He meant to cancel after three months, but didn't. After two years he moved house but failed to tell the subscription company. After three more years of paying but not receiving the magazine he finally cancelled it. Altogether he "lost something in the region of £300 in this enterprise". Does that sound familiar to you? Not at all familiar and I've never had to cancel a debit card because I cam see subscriptions coming off it but have no idea what it is for. Nope, definitely never done that "Haha! love it!
Can't say I've not known what my subscriptions were but I just kept forgetting to cancel and remembering them at the most inappropriate times. Oh the joys haha.
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"It was a bad sensory day yesterday for me and it is still hanging on slightly, which isn't great due to P being in hospital. C" Sorry to hear that, will you be able to manage some self care today? Hope P is okay! | |||
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"It was a bad sensory day yesterday for me and it is still hanging on slightly, which isn't great due to P being in hospital. C Sorry to hear that, will you be able to manage some self care today? Hope P is okay!" I am fine thanks for asking, just some baby related things, hopefully going home tomorrow morning. C is considerably better today over yesterday but definitely still needs more recovery time. The children are at their dads so tonight hopefully will be easier on him. P | |||
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"It was a bad sensory day yesterday for me and it is still hanging on slightly, which isn't great due to P being in hospital. C Sorry to hear that, will you be able to manage some self care today? Hope P is okay! I am fine thanks for asking, just some baby related things, hopefully going home tomorrow morning. C is considerably better today over yesterday but definitely still needs more recovery time. The children are at their dads so tonight hopefully will be easier on him. P" Ahh fingers crossed you make it home tomorrow and C manages to get some down time. | |||
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"It was a bad sensory day yesterday for me and it is still hanging on slightly, which isn't great due to P being in hospital. C Sorry to hear that, will you be able to manage some self care today? Hope P is okay! I am fine thanks for asking, just some baby related things, hopefully going home tomorrow morning. C is considerably better today over yesterday but definitely still needs more recovery time. The children are at their dads so tonight hopefully will be easier on him. P Ahh fingers crossed you make it home tomorrow and C manages to get some down time. " Thank you P | |||
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"Similar situation to me as I've been made aware that I'm likely to be ADHD and now in my 50s. As you mentioned, you've adapted to this through your life so why change anything now? I wouldn't consider taking any medication as I avoid any pharmaceutical products wherever possible. The question to ask is what difference a diagnosis would make to you? " Who was this reply aimed at? | |||
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"Hello waiting on an autism assessment.. I find navigating dating and swinging and anything else to do with women so difficult I never pick up on when women are actually into me and don’t even know where to start. It’s so fustrating " Hi hope all goes well with your assessment! How are you with socialising in general? | |||
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"Thankyou.. Not great to be honest I am fine with people I know but struggle meeting new people " Would you need to chat to someone for a while before meeting? | |||
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"How do people manage sensory issues ? There are certain things like noises (from kissing ) and feelings (like air / breath near my neck ears ) that send me into sensory overload and instantly turn me off ! I have managed them with the hubby as we can talk more openly but that’s not really very sexy in a swinging sense lol " That must be difficult to manage! Other than discussing it before hand I'm not sure how I'd get around that. Some people don't kiss is that something you would consider? Maybe certain positions would help too. I'm sure you've thought of all that. I'm the complete opposite so not the best person to give advice. It would be good to hear if you work it out. | |||
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"How do people manage sensory issues ? There are certain things like noises (from kissing ) and feelings (like air / breath near my neck ears ) that send me into sensory overload and instantly turn me off ! I have managed them with the hubby as we can talk more openly but that’s not really very sexy in a swinging sense lol " I’m fine with touching, especially in a sexual situation, I am very tactile. My problem starts in an environment with multiple sources of sights, sounds and smells. It becomes overwhelming | |||
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I'm neurodivergent myself, I'm self aware of my personality disorder and looking to get therapy for my cluster B + C traits
It comes from a traumatic childhood and neglect. Unfortunately I ended up spending 2/3s of my life wandering about thinking I was just depressed but now I know what's wrong with me I'm trying to turn my life around. It has, quite tragically, lead to a great deal of pain in my life and loss of happiness and opportunity, even up until recent months
It's nice to see there's a corner for people like us to come out of the woodwork instead of hiding | |||
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would anyone like to start part 15? | |||
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"Never thought I'd see a thread about this...
I'm neurodivergent myself, I'm self aware of my personality disorder and looking to get therapy for my cluster B + C traits
It comes from a traumatic childhood and neglect. Unfortunately I ended up spending 2/3s of my life wandering about thinking I was just depressed but now I know what's wrong with me I'm trying to turn my life around. It has, quite tragically, lead to a great deal of pain in my life and loss of happiness and opportunity, even up until recent months
It's nice to see there's a corner for people like us to come out of the woodwork instead of hiding"Sorry to hear you've had such a difficult time, hope you manage to get the therapy and it helps. I think it's important to discuss ND on here because there will be so many diagnosed/undiagnosed people thinking they are alone! But the scene seems to attract so many of us it makes sense | |||
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"Never thought I'd see a thread about this...
I'm neurodivergent myself, I'm self aware of my personality disorder and looking to get therapy for my cluster B + C traits
It comes from a traumatic childhood and neglect. Unfortunately I ended up spending 2/3s of my life wandering about thinking I was just depressed but now I know what's wrong with me I'm trying to turn my life around. It has, quite tragically, lead to a great deal of pain in my life and loss of happiness and opportunity, even up until recent months
It's nice to see there's a corner for people like us to come out of the woodwork instead of hiding
Sorry to hear you've had such a difficult time, hope you manage to get the therapy and it helps.
I think it's important to discuss ND on here because there will be so many diagnosed/undiagnosed people thinking they are alone! But the scene seems to attract so many of us it makes sense "Thanks, I'm doing what I can to make a better life for myself. And this should definitely get more attention in the forums, I think a lot of people on the site are unaware of their neurodivergence and therefore their mental health worsens if they don't have the experience they hope for from the site and lifestyle | |||
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"Never thought I'd see a thread about this...
I'm neurodivergent myself, I'm self aware of my personality disorder and looking to get therapy for my cluster B + C traits
It comes from a traumatic childhood and neglect. Unfortunately I ended up spending 2/3s of my life wandering about thinking I was just depressed but now I know what's wrong with me I'm trying to turn my life around. It has, quite tragically, lead to a great deal of pain in my life and loss of happiness and opportunity, even up until recent months
It's nice to see there's a corner for people like us to come out of the woodwork instead of hiding
Sorry to hear you've had such a difficult time, hope you manage to get the therapy and it helps.
I think it's important to discuss ND on here because there will be so many diagnosed/undiagnosed people thinking they are alone! But the scene seems to attract so many of us it makes sense
Thanks, I'm doing what I can to make a better life for myself. And this should definitely get more attention in the forums, I think a lot of people on the site are unaware of their neurodivergence and therefore their mental health worsens if they don't have the experience they hope for from the site and lifestyle"Oh absolutely! But it's likely that those people have issues in multiple areas of their lives and if people just happen to stubble across our posts it could make a difference to other people too all hopefully see everyone in part 15. If not take care! Look after yourselves xx | |||
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