LehtoriTuomo ,
@LehtoriTuomo@mementomori.social avatar

I'm currently reading Unmasking Autism by Devon Price and it's super interesting. It surely resonates and I recognize myself in many places.

Reading about "female autism" -- which Price criticizes as a label -- was a real eye opener. I too am a very sensitive and likable person who adjusts to new situations quickly.

For instance, I've noticed ages ago that I take cues from the situation, mirror verbal and nonverbal expressions and mannerisms. I might not give much of my real self if the situation doesn't feel safe. It often doesn't. Plus I'm introverted so there's that.

Another example. When writing to others, I tone my reply to fit the recipient or forum. I've loved using emojis but if the recipient doesn't use them, I haven't used them either.

And now I read this is masking. Mind blown.

@actuallyautistic

iita ,
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@LehtoriTuomo @actuallyautistic
Toning replies is considered masking? Wow. Oops. Ouch.

yourautisticlife ,
@yourautisticlife@mast.yourautisticlife.com avatar

@LehtoriTuomo

My own brand of autism is more similar to how females typically present. However, I'm AMAB.

Is it any wonder that I am an enby?

@actuallyautistic

benjamincox ,
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@LehtoriTuomo @actuallyautistic I actually struggled with that book. Do you have any other recommendations?

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