plus knowing the way i cope w humor, i’d accidentally joke about it or use it as an explanation for something i do with family or the wrong person and then their idea of me changes forever

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I understand but at the same time having a diagnosis has given me so much validation and peace:) I don’t like tell ppl I’m autistic bcz of the stigmas but the ppl who truly matter will stick around❤️ not trying to pressure you just sharing my experience:)

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