My Autism Life After Diagnosis

My Journal

ABOUT

My name is Louise. I was diagnosed with autism in my late forties.

This blog is my journey from late diagnosis, how I navigate the ups and downs of life, and the strategies I use to cope.

I also write about my lifestyle, my life experiences, and raising awareness about neurodiversity.

Autism is a spectrum, and it can look different in each person. This is one way autism can present.

This blog is for reference and education only, and not professional advice. Please consult a specialist for diagnosis or support.

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My Journal

  • Turning Writing Passion into Productivity

    Over the past few months, I started working on a project. I thought it would be a great idea to put my love of writing to good use. Working as a freelance writer is an ideal future career choice for me. I have the qualifications that would benefit my freelance writing, and I am so… Read more

  • Coping with Anxiety and Nausea in Autism

    Anxiety and nausea have been a large part of my life. I have learned to manage it better now, as I know that nothing awful is going to happen. However, it can be scary as it is such a persistent issue. Anxiety and nausea are separate symptoms, but for me, they have also been part… Read more

  • Autism and Navigating Honesty in Conversations

    I don’t always say the right thing, especially in new situations that I have never experienced before. Sometimes, I say something without thinking, and I feel bad after saying it if it is not helpful. I don’t like to give details of conversations with others on my blog for their privacy, so I will describe… Read more

  • Finding Value in Life: Lessons from Everyday Moments

    Every morning, I sit with my coffee and gaze out my window at the view. It is time to be alone and gather my thoughts for the day ahead. I always wonder why we rush around the way we do. There seems to be no time to think. Life is just a race to see… Read more

  • Embracing Self-Love: A Journey to Personal Growth

    Learning to love myself has been a long journey. It is not about thinking I am perfect, but learning to live happily with the person I live with every day, which is myself. If I feel good about myself, I am more likely to set healthy boundaries. My worth does not depend on praise from… Read more

  • What I Wish My Pet Could Understand

    I do not have one thing, but four. I am not ignoring you on purpose. There are some days I am just really busy, but that does not mean I do not love you or want to spend time with you. I am still your human and treat dealer. You already ate. Don’t continue to… Read more

  • Understanding Autism with Professor Simon Baron-Cohen

    This is a YouTube video by the channel Triggernometry interviewing Professor Sir Simon Baron-Cohen, the world’s leading autism expert. The video uncovers his key discoveries on how we understand the autism spectrum. The World’s Leading Autism Expert – Professor Sir Simon Baron-Cohen uploaded by Triggernometry (embedded from YouTube) Read more

  • Embracing Scotland’s Winter Wonderland: Snow and Family Time

    It has been a long time that Scotland has had snow this deep. Normally, we have snow for a few days and it is away. However, we have had four days of it, then heavy rain one night, so I thought that was going to be the last of it, but it snowed again last… Read more

  • Exploring Temple Grandin: A Revolutionary Autistic Woman

    I have been doing a lot of reading and watching movies lately, and a movie I really enjoyed was Temple Grandin (2010). It is a biographical drama directed by Mick Jackson and starring Claire Danes. The film tells the story of Temple Grandin, an autistic woman who revolutionised the livestock industry through her strong connection… Read more

  • Understanding Asperger’s: A Comprehensive Guide

    This is a book that I enjoyed reading. It is valuable to anyone who has someone in their life with Asperger’s or now called autism spectrum disorder. It is full of real-world examples, clear explanations and the different ways people with Asperger’s see the world. It is valuable for someone who is new to understanding… Read more