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Xe/They/He/It/Clown/Pup/Aqua
Autistic, queer, and a nonspeaking AAC user. Most posts are about these things, but some aren't.
NONSPEAKING MEANS PERMANENT OR VERY LONG LASTING.
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Neurodivergent, developmentally disabled, and physically disabled
Gay (Uranic(MLM) gaybian. Separate identities.), greysexual, cupiosexual, multipluralic genderqueer trans boy who uses xenogenders.
I am a professionally diagnosed autistic but I absolutely, fully support self diagnosed! /gen
Side blog for poetry: @nonspeakingpoetry
Religious side blog: @nordic-trails
agere/agedre/coping side blog: @blanketpup
medcore (coping) sideblog: @childrensgown
xenogender sideblog: @notepadmogai
blog françias: @carnetcollectif
Please use tonetags!!
If I don't respond to your comment, reblog, or ask, right away please don't think I am ignoring you. It is EXTREMELY unlikely I am ignoring you, I probably just don't have to spoons to respond yet.
Before you send me an ask about "I'm speaking, but its hard, can I still use AAC?" Read this. If you still have questions then send an ask /gen
Want to write a nonspeaking character and need tips? Read this. If you still have questions, send an ask /gen
Before you ask "I have speech loss episodes! Can I use the term nonspeaking for myself?" Read this. If you still have questions, send an ask /gen
If you are a parent of an AAC user and would like tips, read this. If you have any questions, send an ask /gen
My special interests are: Oddities (especially taxidermy), VOCALOID, Paul Dano, OMORI, DC, human rights and social issues, xenogenders, MCR (And The True Lives Of The Fabulous Killjoys. Really just anything relating back to MCR or any of their members.), She-Ra And The Princess Of Power, adult animation, Popee The Performer, Animal Crossing, horror, clowns, frogs, gastropods, Welcome Home, Euphoria, and theme parks!
DNI:
Endogenics/tulpagenics and supporters, radfems, terfs, pro 4n4/m1a/sh, ed/sh accounts (I DO NOT CARE THAT YOU "AREN'T PRO"), fatphobic/queerphobic/ableist/sexist/antisemitic/racist etc, people named Jer0me, anti xenogender, d0xx3rs, blogs that post about Christianity frequently, rad-queer, pro-capitalists, JKR supporters, Harry Potter fans, proshippers, pro-ABA, anti-self diagnosis, anti ACAB/anti BLM/pro "all lives/blue lives matter", bootlickers, Autism Speaks supporters, people who use the term "aspie", people who post about or have profile pictures related to Inside Job on Netflix, people who post about or have profile photos related to Insatiable on Netflix, people who use ChatGPT, people who use the terms nonverbal/nonspeaking/semiverbal/semispeaking to describe a temporary state even after being told it's incorrect (this list will be updated as needed)
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Having DID so intrinsically connected to autism is at times terrifying.
Most of the alters is somehow tied to our special interest. Our special interest being Marvel.
Agatha is a gatekeeper formed during COVID after we were terrified of catching it.
Asmodai is a version of Billy Russo from a fanfic that holds religious trauma.
Fitz is a symptom holder because the host related to him so heavily during our time of moving that our brain thought it needed him.
Lina is influenced by Gwen Stacy and helps us form healthy relationships with others.
Marc helps defend us from our father like his source fought against his mother.
Natasha’s pseudo memories are allegories for our childhood.
Parker is a caretaker for the older alters just like how in the comics Wade said Peter would be better to go to help for.
Steve protects us like a shield.
Wanda used her influence to help soothe and protect us from the inner world.
Yelena fights against sexual assault.
Without being autistic we wouldn’t be who we are now. Our special interest is such a big part of us the characters have formed as alters so that a child could survive. But as we grow we get lost.
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When you tell them you have ADHD and autism and they say that's fine but then they find out it's not cutesy collecting hello Kitty and bouncy stimming autism and oopsie I can't pay attention ADHD,
its I can't go in the grocery store I can't vacuum I can't do dishes because of the sensory overload
it's we can go eat at a restaurant but as soon as I start getting overwhelmed I'm going to shut down completely and dissociate but tell you I'm fine
It's please snuggle me but I have to keep my headphones on because hearing is too much right now
It's thank you this new shirtjacketbraceletnecklace you bought me is amazing and I love it but I can't wear it because it feels weird
It's I love you but sometimes your voice is too much noise and I can't look into your eyes
It's I need you near me but please don't touch me or talk or breathe too loud or cough because my brain feels like it's about to explode
It's I'm sorry I forgot you asked me to do the dishes but I know when your entire family's birthdays are and will never forget them
It's I meant to cook dinner four hours ago but I got lost in my brain and I just found my way back out and realized it's already 10pm
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When you are overwhelmed:
Find a quieter place
I find it helpful to go outside or on a short walk, possibly with some soft music or white noise.
Getting away from loud or overlapping sounds helps immensely
I also prefer dimmer lights or natural lighting when possible.
Hydrate
Water is essential for all bodily functions, including sensory and emotional regulation.
Have your preferred water bottle with you and sip slowly. Add flavouring or ice if desired
Eat something
Again, taking care of your needs is key
If possible, get a small snack and eat slowly. My system usually keeps oyster crackers with us. They’re bland but have a good amount of salt which is important for us, as we have POTS
Most of our overstimulation is caused by being hungry and not realising it
Identify irritating clothing
Is an article of clothing too tight? Are you too cold or too warm? Is something itching?
Once you’ve identified anything that’s uncomfortable, make any adjustments you can that will remedy the issue
These solutions don’t have to be conventional to be effective. Flipping socks inside out can prevent you from feeling the seams. Dabbing cool water on your wrist and/or ankles can help cool you down.
Stimming
Stimming, or self-stimulatory behaviour, can help calm you down.
Safely stimming can include tapping your fingers, chewing gum, rocking back and forth etc.
There are also stim toys and chewable necklaces for this purpose. I have recommendations if anyone needs them
Identify and Devise a Solution
What led you to feeling overwhelmed?
Write down, either physically or digitally, what caused this and start to plan a solution
If it is a problem with completing a task, We use an app called Goblin Tools. It’s free on the website and the app is $0.99, neither of which have ads. It has a to do list that uses AI to break down your task into steps. It also has a feature to identify tone in writing among other things.
Break down your plan into small, manageable pieces. You don’t need to do everything right now.
Final steps
Communicate your needs to others. If you need to adjust your environment or tasks to accommodate your needs, tell others clearly what you need and how they can help
Breathe. You’re going to be okay. You are not a failure for needing to take a break. You are not a failure for being unable to take on everything at once.
You’ve got this
- Levi
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