I was doing a circle stim in the driveway this morning, and Ming took a video. We laughed when I changed direction. It was a breezy morning. Felt good to have some fresh air and movement while it was still cool outside, and say hello to the world with circles. Thank you for recognizing my… Continue reading circle stim
Month: May 2022
Asian and autistic
My friend shared a link to a blog by someone who’s Asian and autistic. I like this listicle and its whole project, although not all the items on the list feel applicable to me. Well, the list items are mostly relatable, but the sign isn’t. Then again, I’m not an employee. My disabilities combine to… Continue reading Asian and autistic
diagnosis
I had a friend who was struggling with his needs and differences, so he was seeking diagnosis. He’d been homeless for a while, and getting on disability seemed a great idea for a source of income. Diagnosis would be part of that. Maybe he had autism–maybe he had something else. Psychiatrists and other doctors had… Continue reading diagnosis
how not to be anxious interacting with people
A friend who’s also neurodivergent asked me if I know how not to be anxious interacting with people. So this is the poem-list of tips that I gave to my friend. how not to be anxious interacting with people I limit the time I’ll spend, to keep my stress low. tell myself, Ming, and maybe… Continue reading how not to be anxious interacting with people
invitation
Would you like to write an essay / blog post for this i like your stims website? This is your invitation. Please consider what you have to share about autistic liberation, neurodivergence, health, meeting the needs of people with social differences and sensory differences, resources you enjoy, your own experiences, ideas, tips. possible topic ideas… Continue reading invitation
Thunder Junction All Abilities Park
My supportive spouse Ming and I visited Thunder Junction All Abilities Park in St George, Utah. I was unprepared for how much fun I would have there and how much food for thought I would eat. Yum yum! I loved the egg shells to rest in. Ming went in an egg shell and let… Continue reading Thunder Junction All Abilities Park
disabled comedy
Hello! I watched this stand up comedy by Josh Blue, a person who has cerebral palsy. I liked the jokes about disability best. And the jokes about homelessness. Seems important to laugh about these serious concepts, to transform shame and silence into joyful insight. I had a good friend when I was young who has… Continue reading disabled comedy