We are not just here for autism videos. We are here also for you, Paul! It makes me happy to see you make content like this too. I'd love to hear about your progress on your walk if you have energy to do so! I hope you have an excellent break! Never give us any more than you can comfortably afford. ❤
Got my diagnosis today and I'm officially part of the gang (level 1). You are a large part of why I got a diagnosis this late in my life, Just know that ALL your work is appreciated and can change lives. I think you should take all the time you need to recover from burnout, and post a VLog ONLY when you feel like it wont tax you or hinder your recovery. I speak for everyone when I say a few months without you is better than complete burnout(and the end of your channel); you're a leader and inspiration in the ASD community and burnout is one of the challenges we all face, every time you recover from it, it shows us that it's possible.
@@sarahcauer88 Best of luck Sarah. Try not to worry too much like I did. I was scared the whole time between the 7 sessions thinking that they wouldn't see my autism. After reading the final report I realized it was actually me that didn't see the full extent of my autism. I guess what i'm saying is that they will know what to look for even if you're not 100% sure yourself they can't miss it, even if you're good at masking.
@@arturo_cruz heyyyy! Thank you so much for your message! Actually it was a very interessting day today! I have been two hours into the appointment and the psychologist told that we are not going to waste our time with another five appointments, he gave the diagnosis rightaway because it is like so obvius i am autistic that he does not want to see me again, lol! Now i am already one diagnosed autistic human, yejjjj!!! Best wishes to you!
Camino de Santiago can be life changing. If you are able to do some small vlogs here and there, it would be awesome, but I know that this kind of pilgrimage bring us in another state of mind and emotion and it can be difficult to take the camera and film/edit. Whatever suits you best. The most important thing is that you can recharge. ❤
I also hope that if it isn't too much for you, that you can post occasional updates. Thanks so much for what you're doing! It's helping me understand my life much better.
Addressing burnout in such a positive and proactive manner is the best example you can set. As others have said, make sure your own well being is top priority on your trip, and share with us only if that adds to your wellness! 💞
I would ask that you do what will be the most helpful for you. i can say your weekly videos have helped me tremendously and always look forward to your next video. i hope you are able to achieve the goals you are aiming for in your adventures. Thank you.
Sounds awesome!! 💛 Would love little updates if you want to share something (don't mind the unscripted-ness as it makes it feel 'real'). If you don't feel like sharing, don't feel you have to. I'm trying to counter burnout by getting in touch with my natural flow. Taking time away from the usual obligations seems a great opportunity for this. Most of all, relax, take care, and enjoy yourself! I'm enjoying watching the gentle leaves moving in the background here 🙂 .
If you need a place to stay in europe, i always have a free flat for guests! You would be very welcome! I live near germany, 3h away from munich! Please update us on your jurney! All the best!
I would love to see this!! I was diagnosed 2 weeks ago (YAY!!!) and seeing you go and recover and live your best life would make me so happy, and it would probably give me some hope in my own burnout too! I am so excited for you. So yes feel free to share anything unedited and unscripted, whenever it serves you! Please take care of yourself, and thank you for doing this for yourself!
Hi Paul! How fun for you! 🥰 We can hear you just fine. I would love more of this kind of content. Its refreshing. Hope you get to rest lots and have fun while you are at it. Greetings from Sweden! 🥰
YES! Please share small snippets of your trip! I am really looking forward to seeing short clips of your adventure. We do turn to his channel for sound advise and encouragement, and this trip is a part of that. It helps us see you in real life, and helps us to see that we, too, can find ways to recharge and enjoy life. I appreciate the idea of seeing some “unscripted” time. This all makes your advice more credible. Showing us that what you preach is what you live. Thank you for being willing to share this part of yourself. It gives hope to many that you are being authentic. That, yes, you struggle (as do so many others) but the things you advise can really help.
Camino de Santiago is on my list of world walks to experience, so would love to hear whatever you wish to share. So glad to know that you are taking this time for yourself Paul. I’m looking forward to hearing from you. All the best.
I would love your vlog updates. No pressure but it would be fantastic to keep up with you when you are up to it. I do love this type of video in general as well. I totally get what you are saying about needing down time. I've been almost 3 years recovering from an emotional abusive 36 year relationship and also dealing with daily life - all of which is exhausting. You channel is one that has helped me the most besides Purple Ella
Your individual experiences while traveling and relaxing would be awesome information for all of us. The travel, geography, and nature geeks will eat up the background.
Sounds like it will be a wonderful and necessary trip. A relaxed and casual travel vlog is always fun! :) Would love to hear the tricks and tips you wanna share along the way too, as fighting off burnout is always a struggle!
Paul, yes , it would be great if you could do an occasional vlog during your trip. I believe that you are doing the right thing by taking this important time to recharge and renew. I'm sure that many of your listeners wil gain from the insight which will surely develop from your experiences. Good luck!
Before my diagnoses I found your channel and I recognized myself very much in the things you say. You are also an example for me, I want to be able to listen to myself as much as you do. Now a year later I have made great progress in that area, that process of self-analysis and awareness will never stop. thanks for that! Because you normally discuss very big topics in your videos, these vlogs are like a vacation for the viewer, at least for me. But you have to do what's best for you first and foremost, don't put pressure on it. Greetings from the Netherlands!
I just hope you can understand how helpful you have been to not just me, but I’m sure to many people. It helps me to understand the need to take care of myself as I see you illustrating self-care. I am thrilled that you will be taking four months off. At the same time, it would be really fun to see some quick snippets just like this one was: unplanned, unscripted, as few, or as many as you feel comfortable with. And remember, the most important goal is for you to take care of you.
Yes! I'd love to see this type of video diary. I learned a few months ago that I'm in this camp, and I'm still trying to see how other people cope. I thought that flying off the handle and screaming at people was just me being passionate, so I'd like to see another model that's better suited for life. Be well, buddy.
Great! We love for you to share any knowledge or something personal about yourself. And a change of scenery is good! I really loved this video. It’s a way for an autistic person to connect with others. Being outside talking about yourself really made me feel connected to you! Loved it
Absolutely share your videos along the way! However, please do them only when you feel like it and not as an obligation. 😊 I am encouraged by your ability to know when you need a little more time and space to recharge. It is all too easy to push ourselves to far and many of us have learned from society that we have to keep going and trying even harder through our exhaustion. I am so glad I found your videos! You have helped me immensely. Enjoy!
Brilliant! Some sort of micro Travelvlog... there are special camera's for that too. Super tiny user friendly gimbal and weigh almost nothing but have excellent specs for vlogging; 'Osmo pocket' or so... Very nice for being able to look back at your 2023 pelgrimmage yourself too later. 👍
Your videos give me so much help, hope, tips, that I'm very happy that you allow you this pilgrimage. Do things the way you feel. It would be great to have news about your spiritual journey, but we can wait for you as long as you need. Take care.🇧🇪
Hello Paul, this time if for you so only share IF you feel you can. There are some truly beautiful parts of the world that you will be travelling through so just to see a few of these would be a treat. Your videos have been a great help to me over the last year. From discovering that I could be on the spectrum (at the age of 58 - with not the slightest idea of this, as I could find excuses and reasons for most of my special traits), learning what has helped you and trying to see if these things will help me to finally getting confirmation of being on the autism spectrum at the age of 58. Now I am looking back to your previous videos to see where I can help myself get through life with a new insight. Thank you Neal I hope you find the inner strength and recovery you are searching for.
Yes Paul,I think it's interesting if it's okay for you to share your journey like this. I hope you get a lot of rest and can be better and advise us, you really deserve it. A hug❤
It would be lovely to hear randomly spaced tiny updates of your epic rest and recovery walk. Personally, I would love to have long legs and the what-ever-it-is-that-it-takes to go on a more-than-a-month-long walk. Since I don't have those things, I'd like to hear you vlog about your experiences. I very recently got my diagnosis of being on the spectrum, and it was thanks to your videos that I pushed through everything it took to get the diagnosis. Hope you find perfect rest.
I'll be staying in southern Germany for work for a few months, about an hour's drive from Munich. You're welcome to use my spare room if you want to spend any time in Bavaria!
I really enjoyed you recording from the park! What a beautiful setting! It's still winter, here in Canada. The sound was great, and if you're going to be there walking for practice, it would be great, to come to the park with you.
Hi Paul, I am sorry to hear, that you are not feeling well. Hope you can fully recharge. I am curious, if you find a way to stay charged in the long run. I am on the same path and struggling. If it's not too much for you, some updates would be nice. The brother of my husband walked to Santiago a few years ago. Best wishes from Austria
He's doing fine, he does this every year. It's an annual routine rest schedule he does to prevent having a burnout. He puts a lot of time and work in his videos to help others learn more about "autism from the inside." As a content creator myself, I know first hand that creating videos can be mentally exhausting. I usually prevent my bournouts by doing mini travels like day long road trips usually once a every week as opposed to three months once a year like he does. We have to find our own method that works best for ourselves.
I would definitely like you to keep posting updates. I need all the information and research I can find about autism in Women. And you have explained so much. You have the perfect way to communicate the things I've been trying to explain to those around me for so long. But I can't seem to get the right words out. I do have adhd. But now after all my research I'm more and more sure I'm Autistic too. But I can't find a way to make them see the real me. They won't take it serious. All of your last videos about the different traits Autistic people seem to share. I have most of those traits. The litteral way of thinking and speaking, makes people misunderstand the things I say all the time. And my need for answers and explanation for why things are the way they are, seems to be annoying some people alot. I know we are really far behind when it comes to diagnosing here in Norway, and even further away when diagnosing Women. So I feel like it's up to me to educate myself and provide research and evidence to prove my case. I just don't have anyone educated or Autistic to talk about these things, and no one to help me answer all the questions I've now got on autism and how I compare with my traits, to someone who was Autistic or someone who knew enough about autism. I don't know where else to find good information that I can use when trying to explain. 🙈 You and your videos have made such a huge difference in my journey to figure out why I'm feeling like I've been left here, on the wrong planet. Your work matters, you make a huge difference in people's lives. Thank you for giving so much of yourself to help.❤️
Yes please 😊 I’d love to hear about your journey physically and emotionally. The calmino is a dream of mine too! Thanks for sharing n being honest about autistic life. You have been a great support in my late diagnosis journey. Currently in burnout/cptsd and dreaming of the day I can live adventures again. May the force be with you friend 😊
I am always interested in what you share whenever you are motivated to do so... I also have walked many places for various reasons and walking is my main meditation practice. Wishing you a wonderful adventure and look forward to Our next interlude❣️
I think it would be great, Paul. I'm really pleased about your plans for the Camino; it's something I'd planned to do many years ago but a worsening disability put paid to it completely. I'll be rooting for you and wish you all the very best. Buen Camino! :)
Amazing I've been thinking about the Camino for years. Where will you start? Edit. I suddenly remembered that a team will do the whole stretch of the Camino all the way from Eastern Europe, was is Lithuania... this May, if im not completely off. Once I talked to a nun in Warsaw, Poland, as I noticed the seashell on her bag. She had completed the Camino from Warsaw in six months!
So you are taking the ancient pilgrimage route, Paul. This is a great way for you to recharge and keep yourself from burnout. I will pray that you obtain your objective and that you find something you never thought to find on this "walkabout." It will be very good to hear from you along the way, as long as you keep it informal and stress-free. God bless.
Yes, please. Your insights and ideas resound very much, with me. Please post, when you have the fuel in the tank, keeping in touch on this fun adventure and importantly - recharge
Hello. Wahoo, thats great and its a wonderful idea. I walk every day, alone most of the time and its very « recharging » to me. By the way, I live in Lyon (France) where the community is active / friendly ! Im recently diagnosed (december 2022)…
YES to vlogs, especially from trip to Europe! Santiago! But in fact Australia is more exotic for me because I live in Europe XD Little reflections in vlog shorts - yes!
Nice video. Vlogs are interesting but I prefer more scripted material like your usual videos. Both are good really. Such a beautiful day in Melbourne in your video right now. It is about 4 am at night here in the UK. Such a contrast and it is wintery here these days. Nice cowboy hat. Sounds like a fun travel plan. Yes make sure you have plenty of rest, make that a priority along with basic needs such as healthy food and warmth. I hope you have a fabulous time.
Just a couple of thoughts: 1) Setting yourself a target, any target, including not having a burn-out in 12 months, is adding to the pressure on you. Relax, targets = pressure! 2) It takes longer to bounce back because you are getting older - sorry! It happens to us all. As for the Vlogs - if you feel like it, do it, otherwise don't. No targets, no pressure ;-)
I like the short vlog format, so it's certainly be interested.I Btw, is that the park where they have Cook's cottage? My great grandfather was involved in moving it, in 1933.
Yes, if it doesn't drain energy from you it would be wonderful to hear updates from your walk in France and Spain. Some topics I'm intresserad in is if the energy spent on walking is restored the next day or if you need more rest than the time you've been walking. (10h walk = 10h rest or more) If mental issues or bad memories come up during the road, does your thoughts get sorted out on the way and if the exercise help resolv the thoughts or make you more draind because of needing to sort them out? Is it harder at the beginning or att the end of the journey or does it vary each day? And of course it's interesting to know what you see on your path and who you meet 😊 Good luck with everything 👍😉
I do hope you continue to share. I just found you and my son is on the spectrum and I think it would be wonderful if he could see how you do Europe given yr spectrum as he is not sure about travel.
As others have commented, yes to vlogs, but only if you feel like sharing at that articular day or moment. Also: I saw your other video saying you would be interested / available for speaking engagements or meetings with autistic communities in Germany and UK… how about Spain?
Oh you are not so far from me, I live in the south of France, welcome. _Thank for sharing, that's explain why, between each job I did, I did long break without working. Thing that many people and society don't find normal, because we have to justify the period where we didn't work, in the curriculum vitae (resume) and that it reduces the chances of having a job. I didn't know how to justify myself before, my ex boyfriend and parents surely found me lazy, and didn't understand why I took so much time to find a another job. _I was diagnosed only 2 months ago, that explain a lot of things in myself and my life. _When I did athletics younger, I needed 2 or 3 times longer than the others to find a resting heart rate and my breath. Have a good trip, rest well it's important. The color of your t-shirt is my favorite color.
Yes mini vlogs would be good 👍🏼 Video’s really helpful so if you’re in the UK at all you’re welcome to come for Chanel trip on my barge.. 🤔 some short vlogs with subscribers/followers from along your route would be good..
Only if you would like to share because you're peaceful or excited... But if we don't hear from you from the whole four months we know you are taking care of yourself... We will wait!
Share your experiences when YOU feel the need. You and your welfare come first. You don't need the pressure of your patrons and followers need for content interfering with your well-deserved rest and reset.
Absolutely here for any casual thought-of-the-day content you'd like to share along the way. A camera mounted mic with a wind baffle muff thing may be worthwhile if you're making a habit of it?
@Autism From The Inside, I would be happy with some still shots from your day after you stop moving, with a tiny bit of commentary on the facts - how far, how high, how anything else you want to record as noteworthy - and maybe a shot of the map that shows your progress, Itchy Boot style. [See start of S7 E10 for example, but sometimes she does it at the end of an episode.] Your walk will be the quintessential opposite so maybe a walker's map which shows the physical geography in greater detail, would be needed. Max 5 mins. Then rest!
Hello 🙌 You're so lucky you get to not only take three month breaks every year which is pretty not possible to do for most people but get to travel to different countries which is something I've always wanted to do since traveling is one of my "special interests". Your also lucky your girlfriend let's you do this too as this is also not possible for most people in relationships- especially with families.
Above all, i would like to see/hear some unscripted videos! I find it really challeging to walk this way and would like to see, how you manage all that, what kind of people you meet, and what thoughts and feelings you have, if you like to share these with us!
Just keep listening to your body and vlog or don't vlog, accordingly. In my experience, healing burnout demanded a lot of inner listening and reflection and giving up pleasing others. And it took years. Take extra good care of yourself. Yes, I'd love to see vlogs from your walk but only if it enhances your energy!
Hey Paul, thank you for your channel and the work you do! I had a question about the term "neurodivergent." My understanding is that the term was developed by and for Autistic people, but that it has also been used to describe people with severe anxiety, depression, and bipolar. I myself am in the latter group with depression and bipolar, and I have liked the term and found it more humanizing than others. I was wondering how you felt about people with conditions like mine using the term, and if you knew how the wider community of people on the spectrum felt about other people adopting the term.
We are not just here for autism videos. We are here also for you, Paul! It makes me happy to see you make content like this too. I'd love to hear about your progress on your walk if you have energy to do so! I hope you have an excellent break! Never give us any more than you can comfortably afford. ❤
Got my diagnosis today and I'm officially part of the gang (level 1). You are a large part of why I got a diagnosis this late in my life, Just know that ALL your work is appreciated and can change lives.
I think you should take all the time you need to recover from burnout, and post a VLog ONLY when you feel like it wont tax you or hinder your recovery.
I speak for everyone when I say a few months without you is better than complete burnout(and the end of your channel); you're a leader and inspiration in the ASD community and burnout is one of the challenges we all face, every time you recover from it, it shows us that it's possible.
Best wishes to you! I have my autism diagnostic prozess started on friday...
@@sarahcauer88 Best of luck Sarah. Try not to worry too much like I did. I was scared the whole time between the 7 sessions thinking that they wouldn't see my autism. After reading the final report I realized it was actually me that didn't see the full extent of my autism. I guess what i'm saying is that they will know what to look for even if you're not 100% sure yourself they can't miss it, even if you're good at masking.
@@arturo_cruz heyyyy! Thank you so much for your message!
Actually it was a very interessting day today! I have been two hours into the appointment and the psychologist told that we are not going to waste our time with another five appointments, he gave the diagnosis rightaway because it is like so obvius i am autistic that he does not want to see me again, lol! Now i am already one diagnosed autistic human, yejjjj!!! Best wishes to you!
Welcome! Congratulations!!
Assigning levels to autism is absurd, but these are still the times we live in 😅 xxx
Camino de Santiago can be life changing. If you are able to do some small vlogs here and there, it would be awesome, but I know that this kind of pilgrimage bring us in another state of mind and emotion and it can be difficult to take the camera and film/edit. Whatever suits you best. The most important thing is that you can recharge. ❤
I also hope that if it isn't too much for you, that you can post occasional updates. Thanks so much for what you're doing! It's helping me understand my life much better.
Hi pretty lady. How are you and your family doing today? And how is the weather over there???
Addressing burnout in such a positive and proactive manner is the best example you can set. As others have said, make sure your own well being is top priority on your trip, and share with us only if that adds to your wellness! 💞
I would ask that you do what will be the most helpful for you. i can say your weekly videos have helped me tremendously and always look forward to your next video. i hope you are able to achieve the goals you are aiming for in your adventures. Thank you.
Yes to the videos, as long as it fits into your own goals, energy levels etc. :)
Sounds awesome!! 💛 Would love little updates if you want to share something (don't mind the unscripted-ness as it makes it feel 'real'). If you don't feel like sharing, don't feel you have to.
I'm trying to counter burnout by getting in touch with my natural flow. Taking time away from the usual obligations seems a great opportunity for this. Most of all, relax, take care, and enjoy yourself!
I'm enjoying watching the gentle leaves moving in the background here 🙂 .
Yes take us with you
If you need a place to stay in europe, i always have a free flat for guests! You would be very welcome! I live near germany, 3h away from munich! Please update us on your jurney! All the best!
I would love to see this!! I was diagnosed 2 weeks ago (YAY!!!) and seeing you go and recover and live your best life would make me so happy, and it would probably give me some hope in my own burnout too!
I am so excited for you. So yes feel free to share anything unedited and unscripted, whenever it serves you! Please take care of yourself, and thank you for doing this for yourself!
Hi Paul! How fun for you! 🥰 We can hear you just fine.
I would love more of this kind of content. Its refreshing. Hope you get to rest lots and have fun while you are at it. Greetings from Sweden! 🥰
YES! Please share small snippets of your trip! I am really looking forward to seeing short clips of your adventure. We do turn to his channel for sound advise and encouragement, and this trip is a part of that. It helps us see you in real life, and helps us to see that we, too, can find ways to recharge and enjoy life. I appreciate the idea of seeing some “unscripted” time. This all makes your advice more credible. Showing us that what you preach is what you live. Thank you for being willing to share this part of yourself. It gives hope to many that you are being authentic. That, yes, you struggle (as do so many others) but the things you advise can really help.
Camino de Santiago is on my list of world walks to experience, so would love to hear whatever you wish to share. So glad to know that you are taking this time for yourself Paul. I’m looking forward to hearing from you. All the best.
I would love your vlog updates. No pressure but it would be fantastic to keep up with you when you are up to it.
I do love this type of video in general as well.
I totally get what you are saying about needing down time.
I've been almost 3 years recovering from an emotional abusive 36 year relationship and also dealing with daily life - all of which is exhausting.
You channel is one that has helped me the most besides Purple Ella
Yes love mini vlogs!
Your individual experiences while traveling and relaxing would be awesome information for all of us. The travel, geography, and nature geeks will eat up the background.
Sounds like it will be a wonderful and necessary trip. A relaxed and casual travel vlog is always fun! :) Would love to hear the tricks and tips you wanna share along the way too, as fighting off burnout is always a struggle!
Absolutely! 🙏🏼 But Please don’t burn yourself out in the process. Take good care of yourself 🙏🏼
Hi pretty lady. How are you and your family doing today? And how is the weather over there???
Yes, you're wonderful even unscripted. I love your raw thoughts.
Yes,yes! Definitely share your adventures with us as you are able. Excellent therapy for autism, when you share with those who care! ❤❤
Paul, yes , it would be great if you could do an occasional vlog during your trip. I believe that you are doing the right thing by taking this important time to recharge and renew. I'm sure that many of your listeners wil gain from the insight which will surely develop from your experiences. Good luck!
Yes, would love to see a few snippets of your journey. Unprepared and short is absolutely acceptable!
do what all around works for you. get rest. get excited. can't answer that for you.... delighted to check in as i go about my journey. a pleasure.
Before my diagnoses I found your channel and I recognized myself very much in the things you say. You are also an example for me, I want to be able to listen to myself as much as you do. Now a year later I have made great progress in that area, that process of self-analysis and awareness will never stop. thanks for that!
Because you normally discuss very big topics in your videos, these vlogs are like a vacation for the viewer, at least for me. But you have to do what's best for you first and foremost, don't put pressure on it.
Greetings from the Netherlands!
Yes please to more updates on your trip like this. Thank you for all the videos and many blessings on your road from burnout. Peace and Mush Love.X
I just hope you can understand how helpful you have been to not just me, but I’m sure to many people. It helps me to understand the need to take care of myself as I see you illustrating self-care.
I am thrilled that you will be taking four months off. At the same time, it would be really fun to see some quick snippets just like this one was: unplanned, unscripted, as few, or as many as you feel comfortable with. And remember, the most important goal is for you to take care of you.
Be lovely to hear your reflections Paul. You are a very insightful bloke and it's an opportunity to - without too much effort - help a lot of people.
Yes! I'd love to see this type of video diary. I learned a few months ago that I'm in this camp, and I'm still trying to see how other people cope. I thought that flying off the handle and screaming at people was just me being passionate, so I'd like to see another model that's better suited for life. Be well, buddy.
Great! We love for you to share any knowledge or something personal about yourself. And a change of scenery is good! I really loved this video. It’s a way for an autistic person to connect with others. Being outside talking about yourself really made me feel connected to you! Loved it
I'd love to hear from you during your time in Europe! As much as you like and able to. As others wrote, we're also here for you.
Absolutely share your videos along the way! However, please do them only when you feel like it and not as an obligation. 😊 I am encouraged by your ability to know when you need a little more time and space to recharge. It is all too easy to push ourselves to far and many of us have learned from society that we have to keep going and trying even harder through our exhaustion. I am so glad I found your videos! You have helped me immensely. Enjoy!
Brilliant! Some sort of micro Travelvlog... there are special camera's for that too. Super tiny user friendly gimbal and weigh almost nothing but have excellent specs for vlogging; 'Osmo pocket' or so... Very nice for being able to look back at your 2023 pelgrimmage yourself too later. 👍
I miss your videos like this from way back when you started!! Of course you should share your vlogging with us, Paul!! Best wishes and full support!
Safe traveling, and yes, updates as you can and feel like doing, would be lovely. You've helped me understand my partner so much more!
Your videos give me so much help, hope, tips, that I'm very happy that you allow you this pilgrimage. Do things the way you feel. It would be great to have news about your spiritual journey, but we can wait for you as long as you need.
Take care.🇧🇪
Yes, please do the quick videos
Yes please, would love to see mini video updates, but only if it don’t interrupt your recovery.
Hello Paul, this time if for you so only share IF you feel you can. There are some truly beautiful parts of the world that you will be travelling through so just to see a few of these would be a treat.
Your videos have been a great help to me over the last year. From discovering that I could be on the spectrum (at the age of 58 - with not the slightest idea of this, as I could find excuses and reasons for most of my special traits), learning what has helped you and trying to see if these things will help me to finally getting confirmation of being on the autism spectrum at the age of 58.
Now I am looking back to your previous videos to see where I can help myself get through life with a new insight. Thank you Neal
I hope you find the inner strength and recovery you are searching for.
Yes Paul,I think it's interesting if it's okay for you to share your journey like this. I hope you get a lot of rest and can be better and advise us, you really deserve it. A hug❤
I just watched Liam Brown on the hike you mentioned in France/Spain. Have fun!Yes please keep us updated.
It would be lovely to hear randomly spaced tiny updates of your epic rest and recovery walk. Personally, I would love to have long legs and the what-ever-it-is-that-it-takes to go on a more-than-a-month-long walk. Since I don't have those things, I'd like to hear you vlog about your experiences. I very recently got my diagnosis of being on the spectrum, and it was thanks to your videos that I pushed through everything it took to get the diagnosis. Hope you find perfect rest.
I am so happy for your new adventure! Definitely interested in you keeping us posted. You are such an inspiration. Enjoy!
I'll be staying in southern Germany for work for a few months, about an hour's drive from Munich. You're welcome to use my spare room if you want to spend any time in Bavaria!
I really enjoyed you recording from the park! What a beautiful setting! It's still winter, here in Canada. The sound was great, and if you're going to be there walking for practice, it would be great, to come to the park with you.
Hi Paul, I am sorry to hear, that you are not feeling well. Hope you can fully recharge. I am curious, if you find a way to stay charged in the long run. I am on the same path and struggling.
If it's not too much for you, some updates would be nice. The brother of my husband walked to Santiago a few years ago.
Best wishes from Austria
He's doing fine, he does this every year. It's an annual routine rest schedule he does to prevent having a burnout. He puts a lot of time and work in his videos to help others learn more about "autism from the inside." As a content creator myself, I know first hand that creating videos can be mentally exhausting. I usually prevent my bournouts by doing mini travels like day long road trips usually once a every week as opposed to three months once a year like he does. We have to find our own method that works best for ourselves.
I would definitely like you to keep posting updates. I need all the information and research I can find about autism in Women. And you have explained so much. You have the perfect way to communicate the things I've been trying to explain to those around me for so long. But I can't seem to get the right words out.
I do have adhd. But now after all my research I'm more and more sure I'm
Autistic too. But I can't find a way to make them see the real me. They won't take it serious. All of your last videos about the different traits Autistic people seem to share. I have most of those traits. The litteral way of thinking and speaking, makes people misunderstand the things I say all the time. And my need for answers and explanation for why things are the way they are, seems to be annoying some people alot. I know we are really far behind when it comes to diagnosing here in Norway, and even further away when diagnosing Women. So I feel like it's up to me to educate myself and provide research and evidence to prove my case. I just don't have anyone educated or Autistic to talk about these things, and no one to help me answer all the questions I've now got on autism and how I compare with my traits, to someone who was Autistic or someone who knew enough about autism. I don't know where else to find good information that I can use when trying to explain. 🙈
You and your videos have made such a huge difference in my journey to figure out why I'm feeling like I've been left here, on the wrong planet.
Your work matters, you make a huge difference in people's lives. Thank you for giving so much of yourself to help.❤️
Yes, do some live feeds when you can and show some discussions with fellow travellers who are autistic too.
Yes please. Photos or unscripted videos are great. Whenever and whatever works for you!
Yes please 😊 I’d love to hear about your journey physically and emotionally. The calmino is a dream of mine too! Thanks for sharing n being honest about autistic life. You have been a great support in my late diagnosis journey. Currently in burnout/cptsd and dreaming of the day I can live adventures again. May the force be with you friend 😊
Yes update us when you can. I took 5 months off and it was very beneficial.
I am always interested in what you share whenever you are motivated to do so... I also have walked many places for various reasons and walking is my main meditation practice. Wishing you a wonderful adventure and look forward to Our next interlude❣️
I think it would be great, Paul. I'm really pleased about your plans for the Camino; it's something I'd planned to do many years ago but a worsening disability put paid to it completely. I'll be rooting for you and wish you all the very best.
Buen Camino! :)
Amazing I've been thinking about the Camino for years. Where will you start?
Edit. I suddenly remembered that a team will do the whole stretch of the Camino all the way from Eastern Europe, was is Lithuania... this May, if im not completely off.
Once I talked to a nun in Warsaw, Poland, as I noticed the seashell on her bag. She had completed the Camino from Warsaw in six months!
Enjoy! Eat healthy food, build some muscle, and enjoy nature!
Yes please do, I have done 284 km of the Camino (pulled Achilles tendon). And thoroughly enjoyed. Recommend doing it alone
It will be fantastic to be a part of your journey!❤
I like it! Please keep in touch but only if you really feel like it, Paul.😊
Greetings, my good man! I look forward to your posts and would happily watch a vlog-style series if you made one. No pressure, of course!
🌱🌏💚 Yes please for vlog videos. Because I will miss you & curious to know what you are doing.
Good on you Paul. You really are a legend. Love that idea and your work.
Oh, yeah, I'd LOVE to see vlogs.
So you are taking the ancient pilgrimage route, Paul. This is a great way for you to recharge and keep yourself from burnout. I will pray that you obtain your objective and that you find something you never thought to find on this "walkabout." It will be very good to hear from you along the way, as long as you keep it informal and stress-free. God bless.
Yes, please. Your insights and ideas resound very much, with me. Please post, when you have the fuel in the tank, keeping in touch on this fun adventure and importantly - recharge
Of course we want tiny vlogs, we can walk it with you!
Good work.courageous.thanks.💯⛳🐾👒
Hello. Wahoo, thats great and its a wonderful idea. I walk every day, alone most of the time and its very « recharging » to me. By the way, I live in Lyon (France) where the community is active / friendly ! Im recently diagnosed (december 2022)…
YES to vlogs, especially from trip to Europe! Santiago! But in fact Australia is more exotic for me because I live in Europe XD
Little reflections in vlog shorts - yes!
Do what updates you can. I always enjoy your videos.
Nice video. Vlogs are interesting but I prefer more scripted material like your usual videos. Both are good really. Such a beautiful day in Melbourne in your video right now. It is about 4 am at night here in the UK. Such a contrast and it is wintery here these days. Nice cowboy hat. Sounds like a fun travel plan. Yes make sure you have plenty of rest, make that a priority along with basic needs such as healthy food and warmth. I hope you have a fabulous time.
Flying to the other side of the world and going on a pilgrimage is so far outside my executive ability that I can’t even imagine doing it.
Yes please! You’re videos and your personal journey help so much! Thank you for including us. You make our challenging road just a bit easier 😊
Well done Paul, your inspirational 🤗
Absolutely!! But only if the informal updates don’t cause you burnout.
Just a couple of thoughts:
1) Setting yourself a target, any target, including not having a burn-out in 12 months, is adding to the pressure on you. Relax, targets = pressure!
2) It takes longer to bounce back because you are getting older - sorry! It happens to us all.
As for the Vlogs - if you feel like it, do it, otherwise don't. No targets, no pressure ;-)
Thankyou for everything you do
I like the short vlog format, so it's certainly be interested.I
Btw, is that the park where they have Cook's cottage? My great grandfather was involved in moving it, in 1933.
Go for it! Prayers for you! 🙏❤️
Yes, if it doesn't drain energy from you it would be wonderful to hear updates from your walk in France and Spain. Some topics I'm intresserad in is if the energy spent on walking is restored the next day or if you need more rest than the time you've been walking. (10h walk = 10h rest or more) If mental issues or bad memories come up during the road, does your thoughts get sorted out on the way and if the exercise help resolv the thoughts or make you more draind because of needing to sort them out? Is it harder at the beginning or att the end of the journey or does it vary each day? And of course it's interesting to know what you see on your path and who you meet 😊 Good luck with everything 👍😉
Yes to vlogs!❤
Mini videos would be great Paul, thank you. Enjoy your break as well. Very crucial to take time out.
I do hope you continue to share. I just found you and my son is on the spectrum and I think it would be wonderful if he could see how you do Europe given yr spectrum as he is not sure about travel.
I def feel y’a on that recharge. These mini vids are great and can def hear you.
As others have commented, yes to vlogs, but only if you feel like sharing at that articular day or moment. Also: I saw your other video saying you would be interested / available for speaking engagements or meetings with autistic communities in Germany and UK… how about Spain?
I'd love to see updates from El Camino if you have the energy for it ❤
Oh you are not so far from me, I live in the south of France, welcome.
_Thank for sharing, that's explain why, between each job I did, I did long break without working. Thing that many people and society don't find normal, because we have to justify the period where we didn't work, in the curriculum vitae (resume) and that it reduces the chances of having a job. I didn't know how to justify myself before, my ex boyfriend and parents surely found me lazy, and didn't understand why I took so much time to find a another job.
_I was diagnosed only 2 months ago, that explain a lot of things in myself and my life.
_When I did athletics younger, I needed 2 or 3 times longer than the others to find a resting heart rate and my breath.
Have a good trip, rest well it's important.
The color of your t-shirt is my favorite color.
Absolutely interested if you can post updates. But please take care of yourself 🤗
Yes mini vlogs would be good 👍🏼 Video’s really helpful so if you’re in the UK at all you’re welcome to come for Chanel trip on my barge.. 🤔 some short vlogs with subscribers/followers from along your route would be good..
Lol canal!
Yes..please…smile ❤❤❤
Only if you would like to share because you're peaceful or excited... But if we don't hear from you from the whole four months we know you are taking care of yourself... We will wait!
Share your experiences when YOU feel the need. You and your welfare come first. You don't need the pressure of your patrons and followers need for content interfering with your well-deserved rest and reset.
I'd love to share your journey and insights.
love this for you!
Absolutely here for any casual thought-of-the-day content you'd like to share along the way. A camera mounted mic with a wind baffle muff thing may be worthwhile if you're making a habit of it?
@Autism From The Inside, I would be happy with some still shots from your day after you stop moving, with a tiny bit of commentary on the facts - how far, how high, how anything else you want to record as noteworthy - and maybe a shot of the map that shows your progress, Itchy Boot style. [See start of S7 E10 for example, but sometimes she does it at the end of an episode.] Your walk will be the quintessential opposite so maybe a walker's map which shows the physical geography in greater detail, would be needed. Max 5 mins. Then rest!
Hello 🙌 You're so lucky you get to not only take three month breaks every year which is pretty not possible to do for most people but get to travel to different countries which is something I've always wanted to do since traveling is one of my "special interests". Your also lucky your girlfriend let's you do this too as this is also not possible for most people in relationships- especially with families.
Good for you!!
Above all, i would like to see/hear some unscripted videos! I find it really challeging to walk this way and would like to see, how you manage all that, what kind of people you meet, and what thoughts and feelings you have, if you like to share these with us!
when are you going and what trail are you taking? You inspired me to walk El Camino Frances this June and July!
Just keep listening to your body and vlog or don't vlog, accordingly. In my experience, healing burnout demanded a lot of inner listening and reflection and giving up pleasing others. And it took years. Take extra good care of yourself. Yes, I'd love to see vlogs from your walk but only if it enhances your energy!
Hey Paul, thank you for your channel and the work you do! I had a question about the term "neurodivergent." My understanding is that the term was developed by and for Autistic people, but that it has also been used to describe people with severe anxiety, depression, and bipolar. I myself am in the latter group with depression and bipolar, and I have liked the term and found it more humanizing than others. I was wondering how you felt about people with conditions like mine using the term, and if you knew how the wider community of people on the spectrum felt about other people adopting the term.