David, thank you for sharing your kind thoughts, experiences, and support for those who may have not only the autism spectrum, but also any kinds of challenges. You also help those who haven't known such hardships even exist. You are a great educator and a wonderful person to help us. I am in Japan traveling at this moment, so often my responses are delayed. I have learned a great deal when I attended a show by Jenn Freedman, who is a dancer and choreographer and has diagnosed with Asperger three years ago. She performed and educated the audience through her production using music, video footage and her own dance of how she has felt in the world of "ordinary" since she was a little girl. Empathy, kindness, and further actions come from what we truly understand. So, thank you for being you, David. Love to you!
David, this is a wonderfully thoughtful and candid piece. There are so many good lines and wonderful analogies. Here's one line I liked:
Give people with Asperger's the tools and the support they need to navigate a strange world they did not create.
You are 100% right that we need to do a better job of meeting neurodivergent people where they are and not making them conform to the way we might see things. You bring a ton of creativity and intelligence to our world, so you would be exhibit A of what neurodivergent people can offer.
btw, at least in the States, I've been coached to not use "Aspergers," which has some very negative associations and I think either originated or was used by Germany at some bad point in time.
A very good read, David. I know someone with Asperger's and it is as you say. He's had a hard time of it at times, but seems to have found his way. He sees things differently. Has a steady job. Very bright and friendly. Good on you in finding your way through.
Fascinating and so informative. Thank you for opening up. There are more forms of neurodivergence out there than neurotypical people realize--like dyscalculia which I discovered in myself only this past year. "
David, thank you for sharing this post on being a writer with autism. It is perhaps the most profound and honest piece I have read on Substack. I have met other creative people who are as you described, and frankly, I am fascinated. I believe this line sums it up so well: "Put simply, we have a different way of thinking, processing and interacting than the rest of the world, and we are, intentionally or not, often punished mentally and socially for not thinking the way the rest of the neurotypical world does."
I found your article very relatable, David. As someone on the spectrum, social media obligations come with difficulty for me as well. My nine-year-old daughter was born three months prematurely and has had to play neurological catch-up. Her progress gives me hope.
I learned a lot about Asperger's today - you explained it clearly and in depth so ppl who are not familiar could better understand and empathize - I see the numerous challenges you may be facing and the fact that it is an invisible disability just adds to it all - I appreciate you for your amazing
talent as a writer and also for being wonderful supporter! 💙
I appreciate you sharing your experiences and reality, David--thanks. You are a community-guy, to my mind. Always grateful for your supportive approach!
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David, thank you for sharing your kind thoughts, experiences, and support for those who may have not only the autism spectrum, but also any kinds of challenges. You also help those who haven't known such hardships even exist. You are a great educator and a wonderful person to help us. I am in Japan traveling at this moment, so often my responses are delayed. I have learned a great deal when I attended a show by Jenn Freedman, who is a dancer and choreographer and has diagnosed with Asperger three years ago. She performed and educated the audience through her production using music, video footage and her own dance of how she has felt in the world of "ordinary" since she was a little girl. Empathy, kindness, and further actions come from what we truly understand. So, thank you for being you, David. Love to you!
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Very informative and helpful, David. Is your book on Amazon?
David, this is a wonderfully thoughtful and candid piece. There are so many good lines and wonderful analogies. Here's one line I liked:
Give people with Asperger's the tools and the support they need to navigate a strange world they did not create.
You are 100% right that we need to do a better job of meeting neurodivergent people where they are and not making them conform to the way we might see things. You bring a ton of creativity and intelligence to our world, so you would be exhibit A of what neurodivergent people can offer.
btw, at least in the States, I've been coached to not use "Aspergers," which has some very negative associations and I think either originated or was used by Germany at some bad point in time.
A very good read, David. I know someone with Asperger's and it is as you say. He's had a hard time of it at times, but seems to have found his way. He sees things differently. Has a steady job. Very bright and friendly. Good on you in finding your way through.
Nice article. While I haven't been diagnosed with Asperger's, I skew heavily to that spectrum. I can definitely relate to your challenges.
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David, that was such a fascinating and thoughtful read. I will do my best to be more aware with my online presence. Blessings to you, my friend! 💜
Fascinating and so informative. Thank you for opening up. There are more forms of neurodivergence out there than neurotypical people realize--like dyscalculia which I discovered in myself only this past year. "
Thank you for this insight, David. It really helps me to understand the challenges that you face.
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David, thank you for sharing this post on being a writer with autism. It is perhaps the most profound and honest piece I have read on Substack. I have met other creative people who are as you described, and frankly, I am fascinated. I believe this line sums it up so well: "Put simply, we have a different way of thinking, processing and interacting than the rest of the world, and we are, intentionally or not, often punished mentally and socially for not thinking the way the rest of the neurotypical world does."
Thank you for the very kind words, Joan.
I found your article very relatable, David. As someone on the spectrum, social media obligations come with difficulty for me as well. My nine-year-old daughter was born three months prematurely and has had to play neurological catch-up. Her progress gives me hope.
I learned a lot about Asperger's today - you explained it clearly and in depth so ppl who are not familiar could better understand and empathize - I see the numerous challenges you may be facing and the fact that it is an invisible disability just adds to it all - I appreciate you for your amazing
talent as a writer and also for being wonderful supporter! 💙
I appreciate you sharing your experiences and reality, David--thanks. You are a community-guy, to my mind. Always grateful for your supportive approach!
Thank you, David, for insights into Autism/Asperger's that don't get enough consideration or discussion in our world.
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