Jan 13 • General discussion
🛡️ Setting Boundaries: Your Autistic Shield Against Energy Vampires
Let's talk about protecting your energy when your system processes everything at maximum intensity. Because boundaries aren't just nice-to-have – they're essential fucking survival gear.
Your Energy Protection Protocol:
- Clear limits on social interaction time
- Designated recovery periods between events
- Specific communication preferences stated upfront
- Non-negotiable sensory needs enforced
- Environment modifications when needed
Stop apologizing for your needs. Your sensory sensitivities, processing requirements, and energy limits aren't preferences – they're operating specifications. You wouldn't run high-performance software without proper cooling systems, so stop running your brain without proper protection.
Your Standard Responses:
- "I need to step out for a moment"
- "This environment isn't working for me"
- "I require advance notice for changes"
- "I process information differently"
- "My capacity for this is limited"
Remember: Setting boundaries isn't being difficult or anti-social. It's being honest about your system requirements. People who don't respect your boundaries don't get access to your processing power.
Because protecting your energy isn't selfish – it's essential maintenance.
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🛡️ Setting Boundaries: Your Autistic Shield Against Energy Vampires
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Group of ASD/AUDHD warriors unwilling to identify with 'disabled.' Instead, we weaponize our GIFTS and leverage them for the greatest good.
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