I am so excited to finally share my @TexasObserver feature on the #Drag Queens of Austin and how they're defying the threat of legal crackdown and persecution in the streets, from the magazine. I spent months putting this together and I am so proud of how it came out... https://www.texasobserver.org/austin-drag-queens-defy-ban/
In some places, that need to examine every detail can be a good thing. Along with our lifetime of experience of understanding things different to what those around us understand. Any time negotiations are required, we can be the leaders in carefully defining scope and terms, and getting everyone on the same page.
@joshsusser@neurodifferent.me @actuallyautistic
@jeanoappleseed@vivaldi.net
Teh Googlze say:
Fear of missing out (FoMO) is a unique term introduced in 2004 to describe a phenomenon observed on social networking sites. FoMO includes two processes; firstly, perception of missing out, followed up with a compulsive behavior to maintain these social connections.
I think the only time I'm really "in the moment" is when it's just me and the dogs and the parrot. In the backyard, the dogs sniffing everything, Scooter the Gray getting head scratches in my lap, and just enjoying the day and each other. I'm completely at peace in those times.
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Are you an autistic adult who was identified later in life?
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We will be working on topics like unmasking, self-regulation, and advocacy.
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https://www.theautisticcoach.com/late-diagnosed-late-identified-autistic-workshop
re: tw: discussion of meltdowns, trauma, internalized ableism, and the word neurotypical
@jeanoappleseed@vivaldi.net
I've known people who are always calm and composed while something is going on and they fall apart later, when it's all over.
And it's funny you mention The Good Wife, because I'm just finishing the series up, in a re-watch marathon.
Everyone has sore spots, and unfortunately they're invisible until you come up against one.
But I'd be looking for the most efficient way, how to get more on in the same space. I'd drive my manager nuts.
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@wakame @pathfinder @H2O @ratcatcher@neurodifferent.me @Zumbador
Even whether they're superpowers or impediments can be contextual. I'm good at analysis and spatial visualization - both those things are a great benefit in my current job. They'd be useless, or even detrimental, if I worked stocking shelves at a grocery store.
@pathfinder @H2O @ratcatcher@neurodifferent.me @Zumbador @actuallyautistic
I tend not to boost in here, because that lists it to anyone and everyone who follows me, not just the people in this group.
I've been told people don't mind, and some miss the boost, but it still feels like I'm telling other peoples' secrets, and I just can't do it.
Well, now I can tell everyone I have a very nice ASS.
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Good luck, but I have to ask - am I the only person who is offended by that trailing D?
Disorder? Really, that has to be tacked on?
It's what is damaging the company I've worked for the last 20 years. Everything has to be done with a "sense of urgency" - meaning do it faster. This leads to mistakes, which have to be undone, it it can be, or scrapped and a new assembly built, if it can't be. Higher costs and schedule slips in production are the result.
I've already broadcast that I refuse to work with a sense of urgency, and I fight it on my programs.
@lmemsm@fosstodon.org
"Also, any tips for dealing with complicated, long term grief?"
I'm guessing "shove it down and pretend it's not there" (my coping mechanism) isn't what you're looking for?
Part of my current job is to look at processes and systems and ask "OK, where could this all go horribly wrong?" and point out whatever I can think of. Anything from the arrangement in the labs to someone dropping an assembly (that's happened.)
Not a fan of pears - they're grainy, with little lumps. Same reason I don't like Red Delicious apples.
So... me. Work in aerospace, more space, not as much aero. Can fix my own car, choose not to. Can fix the random appliance of your choice. Hardcore introvert in person, which is why I love online. Lifelong science fiction fan. Read constantly. Scalzi is my favorite author, because he mixes exactly the right amount of snark into his writing. Together with a guy 30+ years, married since it was legal. Own a home in CA and don't plan to leave unless I immigrate to another country.