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Scenario

How social judgment kills autistic joy and special interests

My autistic special interest is considered 'weird' by everyone I know and I'm starting to hide it even though it brings me pure joy.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The fear of being seen as strange extinguishes the very things that make life meaningful.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Neurodivergent identity — autism and ADHD?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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