#AutismAdventCalendar #DayNineteen
Monday 19th
Today’s post is a little different as I’m looking for a little advice regarding the account. I’m going to post a few questions throughout the day both on Mastadon and on Instagram so any answers or suggestions would be much appreciated. Thank you!
#autism #adhd #advice #neurodivergent #Christmas #festive

#AutismAdventCalendar #DayEighteen
Sunday 18th
Is there anything that you are worried about with Christmas? That’s perfectly normal - as much as the season is exciting, the change can cause stress. My favourite way of managing my stress is by writing about it, so today’s task is to write down your Christmas worries.
#autism #adhd #MentalHealth #worry #Christmas #festive #advent

Okay, so I must confess I did not get round to doing this face-to-face today, so I’m taking to the Internet to test this social rule… why is small talk seen as so important? In some countries it would be seen as weird if you DID try to make small talk but where I am (UK), deciding not to get into a superficial, pointless discussion makes you at best a bit of a loner, at worst rude and anti-social.
#autism #AutismAdventCalendar #wtf #why #adhd #social #SmallTalk #weird #neurodivergent

#AutismAdventCalendar #DaySeven
Wednesday 7th (sorry for the delay folks)
Do you often notice yourself masking your autistic symptoms as a way to fit in, almost subconsciously? When you do it, it can be really draining, so it is important to take breaks for masking. I recommend this every day, but especially today!
#autism #adhd #unmask #AdventCalendar #Christmas #Festive