So I've been struggling to actually feel validated, because I have a lot of social coping mechanisms, but I struggle to believe that neurotypicals don't use these coping mechanisms. I guess it will take time as I've grown up thinking everyone was like this. But it just really blows my mind that this stuff comes naturally to neurotypicals, but not to me? I guess I just can't relate to it, so I can process or understand that they don't deal with it too. Anyone else been through this? Any advice?
I’ve been through this, and generally my NT bff or other friends who don’t share whatever physical/mental disability I have going “no, no I don’t experience that. No not everyone does that. Uh, No, that is how joints work, they are meant to stay in their sockets” was how I figured out I was different to begin with. And then, well, they kind of keep saying stuff like that when I talk about my experiences, which is pretty validating for me.
I’ve also experienced ableism from people who say stuff about things I think or do, and it’s hurtful, but also validating in a way.
So I guess maybe, find some Allistics or NTs and talk to them, ask them about things you’re wondering about. Alternatively, make posts on tumblr starting up a conversation about it.
- Os
Followers, any other ideas?