My Autism Life After Diagnosis

My Journal

ABOUT

My name is Louise. I was diagnosed with autism in my late forties, and two years later diagnosed with ADHD.

This blog is my journey from late diagnosis, how I navigate the ups and downs of life, and the strategies I use to cope.

I also write about my lifestyle, my life experiences, and raising awareness about neurodiversity.

Autism and ADHD can look different in each person. This is one way they can present.

My aim is to promote understanding of neurodiversity, share my personal experiences, and encourage inclusive education and employment.

The views expressed are my own, and are not intended to represent any employer or educational institution.

This blog is for reference and education only, and not professional advice. Please consult a specialist for diagnosis or support.

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My Journal

  • How We View Autism: Simon Baron-Cohen on Changing Our Perspective

    The Institute of Art and Ideas (IAI). We Need to Change How We View Autism – Simon Baron-Cohen. Embedded from YouTube. I found this short interview particularly interesting because it encourages us to think differently about autism. It is a perspective I feel is worth considering. It looks beyond a focus on what autistic people… Read more

  • Two Small Appliances That Create Simple Cooking Methods

    I love to keep cooking simple, and preparing a meal does not have to be complicated. These days, a rice cooker and air fryer do most of the work in my kitchen. They make preparing tasty meals easy without getting overwhelmed by lots of different stages of preparation. Maintaining a daily schedule of complicated meal… Read more

  • The Impact of My Humanities Degrees on My Personal and Intellectual Development

    When I first began studying my humanities degrees, I expected to gain knowledge in creative writing, English language, and philosophy, which I did. However, I didn’t realise the extra value that they had and the additional skills I would learn. They reshaped how I thought, communicated and understood the world around me. They taught me… Read more

  • Why Studying Performance Skills Improves Self-Confidence

    I often felt dread at the thought of performing in front of others, worrying about making mistakes and what people would think of me. Teaching and performing require many similar skills, but they are not the same. Some great teachers find performing challenging, and some great performers are not so good at explaining techniques or… Read more

  • Why Special Interests Are So Important to Me as an Autistic Person

    🎹🪈✍️ Having something in my life that is fulfilling and rewarding is so important. It is not just about how enjoyable it is, but it also has to give me a sense of purpose. My special interests can change. One month I am interested in working on my piano skills, and the next, on flute… Read more

  • What’s Next for My Autism Life? Future Plans, Ideas and Goals for the Blog

    While resting, I have been thinking about new ideas as I continue this blog. I have so many, and since I have started music and writing categories, I have decided to develop these alongside my ongoing neurodiversity posts. I love writing about my experiences. However, being neurodivergent is only one part of who I am.… Read more

  • Learning to Rest Without Guilt: I’ll Be Back Soon

    I am going to take a month away from the blog to focus on my well-being. Thank you all for your patience, and I’m looking forward to sharing new posts again. Read more

  • My 1st Anniversary

    My first year done, with many more stories to come. Thank you to all my subscribers and readers for all your support. Read more

  • The Cost of Wasted Talent in Today’s Workforce

    Have you ever thought that you were in the wrong job? Some people have never had the opportunity to reach their full potential for many reasons. Richard J. Murphy is a political economist, and he explains how some people’s talent is being wasted and has never been discovered. Work is essential for society to function.… Read more

  • The Benefits of Playing Musical Instruments

    Music has been recognised as more than just entertainment. As Dr Tracey Marks explains in her video, music can have a beneficial effect on our mental state. Playing a musical instrument can exercise and improve our minds. I play the piano, the recorder and the flute. I find my mood improves significantly when I play,… Read more

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