I’m 56 years old. About 1 year or so ago I became aware I’m on the spectrum. In some ways this has helped by giving me the why behind the what. In other ways it’s made it harder to filter life through the Asperger’s lens. I used to think that I was just socially challenged now I know it’s the reality of being Neurodivergent. Probably my biggest challenge is making friends and even when I do I’m always facing internal wrestling as to how to navigate the friendship. I have a close friend now but it seems like I’m always off a few degrees when it comes to interactions. I even find this with my wife, I feel a little bit of a gap in understanding even though we’ve been married 38 years. I guess knowing I will never be neurotypical makes me sad. Yes I’ve learned to cope over the years but I’m always going to be a little different.

Posted by Brandon08 at 2025-03-11 17:43:24 UTC