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Ello sweet and lovely Friendos

Another Toot that goes out especially to my #NeuroSpicy 🌶️ #ActuallyAutistic Friendos!

Yesterday I shared a bit of info on Autistic Burnout, as I realized that I am currently struggling with it... 😔 I got some very sweet replies, fankoos for that! and I noticed the Toot getting some likes and boosts.

For those who aren't familiar with #AutisticBurnout, I found some info that I'll share here, with the link to the original source.

> Recognizing the signs of autistic burnout is the first step towards recovery. Some common indicators include:

1. Increased difficulty with social interaction and communication
2. Heightened sensory sensitivities
3. Extreme fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest
4. Loss of executive functioning skills (e.g., planning, organizing, decision-making)
5. Increased meltdowns or shutdowns
6. Difficulty performing tasks that were previously manageable
7. Increased need for alone time or reduced tolerance for social situations
8. Feelings of overwhelm, hopelessness, or being “stuck”

🔗 https://neurolaunch.com/autistic-burnout-recovery/

There are many tips on this page on how to deal with the burnout in the "best way". There are many tips for different types of situations, and they could help you to find a way to recovery (or help you to find help for recovery).

Hope this helps a bit to those that, like me, feel like they're "not doing well" at the moment...

Much 💜 🫂 in your journey to recovery...

@autistics

Ello sweet and lovely Friendos

With a special wink towards my #NeuroSpicy 🌶️ friends, especially the #ActuallyAutistic ones...

I felt like I was struggling again with the dark monster (depression). But, after some DuckDuck scrolling, I came to a site where they had an article on "Autistic Burnout".

I read more and when I came to these bits, I felt like they had been writing about me!

I hope I used the right symbol to show that these texts are quoted, original link to the article is below the 3 quoted bits.

> Meltdowns and shutdowns, those intense reactions to overwhelming situations, might become more frequent. You could find yourself losing control over your emotions in situations you’d previously learned to manage. These episodes can be frightening and embarrassing, further fueling the desire to retreat from the world.

> Even your special interests, those passions that have always brought you joy and comfort, might lose their luster. The hyperfocus that once allowed you to dive deep into your favorite subjects now feels elusive, replaced by a fog of disinterest and fatigue. This loss can be particularly distressing, as these interests often form a core part of an autistic person’s identity and coping mechanisms.

> Self-care routines that once anchored your days might start to slip. Keeping up with personal hygiene, maintaining a tidy living space, or preparing healthy meals can feel like insurmountable tasks. The structure that once provided comfort now feels like a series of impossible demands.

🔗 https://neurolaunch.com/autistic-burnout-symptoms-adults/

I will definitely try to find more about this... But I wanted to share this, and if I find more info, I'll try to share!

Catch you all later folks!

💜 🍀 🐾

#PixysJourney

@autistics