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Slouching Toward Joy: My Best 6 Phases To An Actually Autistic Relief

johnnyprofane1
10 min readFeb 6, 2024

In my 70s, I face the reality of my autism. It’s a raw journey. No miracles. No hacks. But daily, gritty acceptance. And moments of radiant joy in the authentic self.

“Maybe I’m Autistic. And Just MayBE, I’m not,” original digital illustration by author. A Renaissance Harlequin jester in elaborate custume, three- pointedhat, and yellow teeth laughs in the foreground of a selfie. In the blurred background, a dark shadow of the same jester frowns.
“Maybe I’m Autistic. And Just MayBE, I’m not,” original digital illustration by author.

🚨Content note: strong emotion, profanity, opinionated, disturbing images, mental illness, death…

Transcript

Intro

In this AutisticAF Out Loud? Let’s explore living authentically autistic… after adult diagnosis.

Hi, I’m Johnny Profane.

I share how I found relief at age 70. My 6 phases, my challenges, my joys… and my tips.

How I embraced my neurodiversity. Dealt with sensory overload. Talked to others about my autism… and found my own tribe.

Are you autistic, care about one… wonder if you are one…?

This epi may help you find your own solutions… quicker than me.

Join me on this journey… slouching toward joy. Let’s celebrate our differences together!

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johnnyprofane1
johnnyprofane1

Written by johnnyprofane1

One Voice. Raw. Real. Fiercely Neurodivergent.

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