Instead of classifying Autism as a social deficit disorder, it’s crucial for society to start recognizing that Autistics actually DO have distinct and beautiful social cultures, diverse/complex social needs and the ability to form deep, meaningful connections. #ActuallyAutistic
What has disrupted my ability to form healthy relationships/friendships is society’s rigid, standardized practice of socialization that values verbal communication, conformity, and that’s groups people together based on superficial similarities that I as an Autistics don’t see.
I was conditioned to think that Autistics are unable to have lasting connections or intimacy without intervention or therapy. However, since exploring my own natural instincts I have learned the opposite is true-
My ability to deeply feel and connect is actually unlimited.
My ability to deeply feel and connect is actually unlimited.
When it comes to communication, society could really benefit from learning these lessons from Autistics: That what isn’t spoken is just as valuable as what is, true intimacy doesn’t need to be physical, and that differences aren’t deficiencies, but identities. #AutismAcceptance
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