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Recent content by starlitink

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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    It's okay! I'm a guest on this forum so if I say something that offends the people this site is meant for definitely call me out on it! I appreciate the apology regardless though, so thank you <3
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    This is all really helpful and you've given me a lot to think about! I actually shared this thread with my mods and I think a lot of what you've said resonated with them. Thank you so much for taking the time to speak and educate me :) It means a lot!
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    At work- responding when I can!

    At work- responding when I can!
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    Absolutely!! :grin:
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    One: Agreed! I suppose what I meant was...I want to make sure I properly recognize common traits of people with autism, or behaviors. Two: I agree with this, and that's also why I've come here. I don't want to, essentially, say "Oh she can do what she wants because she has autism." It's both...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    I can understand that. I think the main reason it bugs me so much is due to it reminding me of myself when I was a teenager, because I did a lot of the same things. I also think the behavior comes off (though not intended to be so) as very condescending and self centered. So her behaviors remind...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    Yes- I agree with this. Apologies if I came off as shaming her for her interests, because that's not my intention. I actually have a lot in common with Lisa, mostly in terms of video games, movies, and favorite youtubers. But I ALSO am a feminine girl who likes traditional things. I've said...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    Thank you first of all, this is all super helpful to hear from someone who can relate to Lisa. I'm really sorry about your past experiences; I know that doesn't change anything but it still stinks you had to experience what you did. I don't think Lisa is mean actually; she's often very polite...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    Haha, yes that's true! I always feel bad for finding people annoying though. I WANT to like her. And yes! I agree with all of this. Hopefully I'm not coming off as bashing nerd/"not typical" girls or anything. I'm a nerdly or sort myself but I also enjoy wearing femme clothing and makeup, so...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    I definitely have to keep that in mind, because I want my chatroom to be a comfortable place for all members who are on the spectrum! I think I still have a lot to learn so I can take into account how I communicate differently, so I can make them as comfortable as I can. Thank you so much for...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    Okay, it'll be good for me to keep in mind the information about maturity, thank you! As for Lisa being in the chatroom, I think it makes perfect sense for her to have joined my chatroom considering it's advertised as being a place for people who enjoy video games! I think she has found a...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    Okay! On Mike I'm gonna be more careful in the future- do you think it would be appropriate for me to ask him to speak with me about his autism so I can understand his limits and such? I know each person is different but I wanna get your input on it regardless. With Lisa- yes, I would say it's...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    With Mike- we have specific, themed channels to keep the chat room organized and he often posts in the wrong channels. This isn't an issue when done every so often or accidentally, but he's done it on purpose and said "I know this doesn't go here but it's relevant to the conversation" or...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    I think I misspoke a bit and I apologize- I have no intention of changing either of them, I don't believe in that! It's very possible that everything she said- "I'm a nerdy girl etc etc" is true, but I often see girls saying that while bashing "typical girls" because they try to separate...
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    Question from someone not on the spectrum!

    Hello everyone- I'm Star and I'm not on the spectrum of autism at all; I'm doing my best to learn about it because I'd like to be as respectful and understanding of people who are diagnosed. I have a question that I'll try to make as short as possible, so please forgive me if this does end up...
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