(via Autism Awareness does not prevent Autistic Masking. Autistic Acceptance does.) Autistic Awarene

(via Autism Awareness does not prevent Autistic Masking. Autistic Acceptance does.) Autistic Awareness Image Description: Words forming the shape of a head from the side saying “Why do you always have to be so sensitive?” “Stop making such a fuss over nothing.” “Control yourself.” “Take a joke.” “Stop moving.” “You need thicker skin.” “It’s not that loud.” “Calm down.” “Try to fit in.” “Look me in the eye.” “Overdramatic.” “Sit still.” “Man up.” “Relax.” “You’re no fun.” “Quiet hands.” “You’re so quiet.” “Chin up.” “Grow a pair.” “Stop talking so much.” “Nobody will hire you.” “Stop overthinking.” “Use your words.” “You won’t last a second in the real world.” “You can’t do that in public.” “Use your manners.” “Ridiculous.” “Tattletale.” “Drama queen.” “People will think you’re crazy.” “If you loved me, you would…”versusAutistic Acceptance Image description: Image is on a black background and features a silhouette of a nonbinary person with curly hair and is made of rainbow text. The title reads, “on autistic unmasking.” the image reads: “Stim freely.” “Just be you.” “I love the way you think.” “Your difference is beautiful.” “You can love what you love as much as you like.” “I’ll help you with that.” “Seek out joy.” “You can say no.” “Tell me about your special interests.” “You don’t have to sing it right.” “You can take up space.” “Communicate injustice.” “Enjoy your space.” “Delight in your passions.” “You can rest.” “You are the rite of movement.” “Stim all you like.” “Your sensory needs are valid.” “Spend time where you thrive.” “Access your community.” “Be all of you.” “You can change your mind as many times as you need.” “I hear you.” “Let me know if it’s too much.” “Learn your way and what works you.” “I will respect your ‘no’.” “I believe you.” “You deserve mercy.” “You’re right.” “It’s okay to cry.” “Enjoy with gusto.” “Show me what you need.” “I’m sorry.” “You can grow.” “You have a right to communication.” “You can rebel.” “Dance because it doesn’t matter who’s watching.” “There’s no wrong way to move.” “You put so much thought into things.” “I’ve got your back.” “I love you as you are.” -- source link

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