Raising a child on the spectrum and watching you sitting in front of the camera and doing this video so confidently which puts you way above all those non-autistic people I know. That including myself who will not be comfortable at all doing that or be able to talk so rationally and logically. Very inspirational.
As a parent it's important that you understand your child is different and nurture him while teaching and expecting he conform to "social norms". That's a vague term but we need to be equipped with tools to navigate our way through life. One day, your child will leave the nest and he can excel in a field he likes. I was never diagnosed and while life was a challenge, vocationally in the end I did okay. I always just wanted for someone to understand how I felt. I didn't get that until my 3rd wife. Having a diagnosis is a definite advantage. It's not an excuse for behaviors, it's an answer where they come from. Acceptance instead of criticism or scorn. Don't worry about what other's (Neural Typical s) think for they are oblivious to the world and people around them, for the most part they are not looking and seeing critically as we fear. I'm also face blind, have sensory issues and retired after 35 years as a private investigator. I've always known I was "different" and never knew why until age 64 to 68.
I have fairly severe social anxiety and you know what guys? Aspies make me feel comfortable, because they don't pick up on how nervous I am to be talking to them. My partner is an aspie, it works perfectly. I am hyper aware of social conventions and what makes people stare/be aware (because I want to be invisible, lol), so I check him when he does silly things. He is oblivious and keeps me calm when I'm panicking in a crowd.
this interview was super relatable thank you for making it--i'm happy that other people live the way as i do (like learning from games) and i liked the specific mention of dance dance revolution
I have a negative impression of Aspergers because my neighbor is an Aspie with a horribly inconsiderate attitude. Living next to him has been a bit of a nightmare, to be frank. I'm happy to see that this fellow seems like a good guy. Honestly he strikes me as a normal person from watching him on this video.
That is literally a huge part of living the Asperger's life - your neighbor probably doesn't know he's being a jerk. If you simply talk to him in a pleasant manner letting him know what SPECIFICALLY is odd or irritating, he will probably be receptive. He may not know that it is no socially acceptable to play Guitar Hero without a shirt on and the curtains open at 2AM. Be kind. Be specific. Be patient.
It truly is a spectrum, and there are many factors that go into creating a person's identity. I've met a horrendous person with Asperger's, but every other aspie I've met is an angel on earth. It depends 🤍
14:25 This struck me, because it is true and yet only a part of the truth. Truth tends to behave like an orb, i.e. it depends from which angle you look at it. Usually one perspective alone is too narrow to be accurate. Neurodivergent (ND) folks perceive or connect dots that Neurotypicals (NT) - this is a simplification - never will and don’t fall into a lot of traps that work on NTs. The ‚disability‘-part of this stems from being underrepresented in the population. It stems exclusively from the world around us not being built for us, which manifests in functioning worse. Autism can be a disability with lower iq but only because lower iq is a disability. I sometimes even have to ‚lead‘ NT people and feel l constantly use a translator while they are the natives that aren’t capable of communicating properly with me (lol). Just don’t depreciate yourself or others and have a heart, that’s the only rule. In fact, slightly above average iq + autism is a blessing. It’s just, we are a way smaller percentage of population and negative traits usually get more attention than being able to leverage your special interest. The successful autistic people are those who don’t follow the ‚disability‘-route but the ‚different‘-route.
I have struggled with this my whole life and I know I am an Aspie, but I cannot get diagnosed, I can’t find help. What do I do? I need services and help before I end up under the bridge with the rest of the undiagnosed
I think you are awesome brother. Thank you for all you help. We are the mutants and the topicals are trying to destroy who we are. I love having Autism, it’s who I am. I’m not sure where I can be excepted? I wish their was a professor x somewhere. I’m a mutant, I am just trying to coexist
Raising a child on the spectrum and watching you sitting in front of the camera and doing this video so confidently which puts you way above all those non-autistic people I know. That including myself who will not be comfortable at all doing that or be able to talk so rationally and logically. Very inspirational.
As a parent it's important that you understand your child is different and nurture him while teaching and expecting he conform to "social norms". That's a vague term but we need to be equipped with tools to navigate our way through life. One day, your child will leave the nest and he can excel in a field he likes. I was never diagnosed and while life was a challenge, vocationally in the end I did okay. I always just wanted for someone to understand how I felt. I didn't get that until my 3rd wife. Having a diagnosis is a definite advantage. It's not an excuse for behaviors, it's an answer where they come from. Acceptance instead of criticism or scorn. Don't worry about what other's (Neural Typical s) think for they are oblivious to the world and people around them, for the most part they are not looking and seeing critically as we fear. I'm also face blind, have sensory issues and retired after 35 years as a private investigator. I've always known I was "different" and never knew why until age 64 to 68.
“I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to handsome there” 😂 that’s smooth man!
I have fairly severe social anxiety and you know what guys? Aspies make me feel comfortable, because they don't pick up on how nervous I am to be talking to them. My partner is an aspie, it works perfectly. I am hyper aware of social conventions and what makes people stare/be aware (because I want to be invisible, lol), so I check him when he does silly things. He is oblivious and keeps me calm when I'm panicking in a crowd.
Been living with it for over 40 years, beyond tired of it as well
"Ladieeeeesssss. Sorry, I didn't mean to be handsome there". This guy is incredibly funny. Amazing sense of humor.
this interview was super relatable thank you for making it--i'm happy that other people live the way as i do (like learning from games) and i liked the specific mention of dance dance revolution
I have a negative impression of Aspergers because my neighbor is an Aspie with a horribly inconsiderate attitude. Living next to him has been a bit of a nightmare, to be frank. I'm happy to see that this fellow seems like a good guy. Honestly he strikes me as a normal person from watching him on this video.
That is literally a huge part of living the Asperger's life - your neighbor probably doesn't know he's being a jerk. If you simply talk to him in a pleasant manner letting him know what SPECIFICALLY is odd or irritating, he will probably be receptive. He may not know that it is no socially acceptable to play Guitar Hero without a shirt on and the curtains open at 2AM. Be kind. Be specific. Be patient.
I think it's just like anyone else, they choose good or evil and then the good or evil spreads out from them
It truly is a spectrum, and there are many factors that go into creating a person's identity. I've met a horrendous person with Asperger's, but every other aspie I've met is an angel on earth. It depends 🤍
Great interview! Many thanks ! ✌️
14:25 This struck me, because it is true and yet only a part of the truth. Truth tends to behave like an orb, i.e. it depends from which angle you look at it. Usually one perspective alone is too narrow to be accurate. Neurodivergent (ND) folks perceive or connect dots that Neurotypicals (NT) - this is a simplification - never will and don’t fall into a lot of traps that work on NTs. The ‚disability‘-part of this stems from being underrepresented in the population. It stems exclusively from the world around us not being built for us, which manifests in functioning worse. Autism can be a disability with lower iq but only because lower iq is a disability. I sometimes even have to ‚lead‘ NT people and feel l constantly use a translator while they are the natives that aren’t capable of communicating properly with me (lol). Just don’t depreciate yourself or others and have a heart, that’s the only rule. In fact, slightly above average iq + autism is a blessing. It’s just, we are a way smaller percentage of population and negative traits usually get more attention than being able to leverage your special interest. The successful autistic people are those who don’t follow the ‚disability‘-route but the ‚different‘-route.
this video is so helpful for me because im an aspie
I wish i had a friend like him.
Also, I'd date him, hehe
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He had me at
"I love dance dance revolution"
I gots the Asperger's syndrome :) it's hard sometimes. But I like it because I am very smart.
I have struggled with this my whole life and I know I am an Aspie, but I cannot get diagnosed, I can’t find help. What do I do? I need services and help before I end up under the bridge with the rest of the undiagnosed
I'm Aspie too!
Explains us very well. Thank you.
Odd. It never occurred to me to learn anything from Mario and Sonic. I thought I played them just to pass time.
It’s OK I understand the way you think not your experiences but at least probably the way you think I am on the spectrum too life’s complicated for us
I want to ask if aspie love to receive material gifts? And are they also giving gifts to thier partner/gf?
Im an aspy to finally someone like me
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I think you are awesome brother. Thank you for all you help. We are the mutants and the topicals are trying to destroy who we are. I love having Autism, it’s who I am. I’m not sure where I can be excepted? I wish their was a professor x somewhere. I’m a mutant, I am just trying to coexist
They have to learn how to have conversations
I hope that he has a girlfriend now, if that is what he is longing for 🫶. Bet he will make a better boyfriend than many out there (with girlfriends)