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Hello my lovelies. [Musters ALL the courage] I have made a video about my experience of getting an autism assessment (twice) leading to a diagnosis at age 44. I hope it might help others in a similar situation.
This was so very hard to do (I am ridiculously camera shy), but I felt it was important and I explain why in the video. If you know anyone who is considering getting an assessment later in life, it might help them. I'm also thinking of doing more in the future.
Coming to terms with this diagnosis is a long and complicated and quite lonely journey. I don't want anyone to feel alone when dealing with neurodiversity challenges, trauma and mental illness. So I'm hoping that being more open about it will help someone.
But this has used up all of my bravery for now, so... cup of tea, spot of lunch and then I'll be writing this month's newsletter with the latest free short story, one about love and found family because BLIMEY I needed to write something uplifting! ( http://www.enewman.co.uk/connect/subscribe-to-newsletter )
Oh - someone just asked if it's okay to RT the video at the top of this thread. Yes, please do. I want to help people, and while I am tempted to just keep hiding, the video can't help if no-one knows about it! Phew. Right. Tea.
