Adult with Autism | Things I Changed Post Autism Diagnosis part 2 | 76

Its hard to realize that you've been acting all your life, and that no one really appreciates the toll it puts on you. It is nice to finally find a community online😺

I relate to what you say about not being able to speak (about autism) in your "real" life. It can be very cathartic for us viewers, too, to hear you speak and sometimes put words to what we feel and experience. Thank you, Paul.

My journey has definitely begun. I’m glad you’ve had this as a place for your voice. You’re amusing and cover serious topics. I really like that your channel is unique and not a copy of the others. Thanks!

Brilliant video as always Paul, I relate so much with what you say, at 55 years of age discovering this year why I’ve always struggled to fit in, is a strange thing to understand. I’ve gone from thinking all my life that I’m just nuts to realising that there’s a reason, learning to understand myself and what works for me is a long process. Thank you for doing these videos I promise you they help me a lot.

I feel so much comfort in knowing that every single thing you pointed out I completely agree and do as well! Especially solitude, no children, learning to never feel shame for your decisions, and embracing your hobbies/interests! I feel like these are all things I would say too if I had a platform to discuss my own experience!!! Thank you!

I like the waffling. It’s more like we’re having a conversation. Even the waffling strains of thought are helpful because those things are relatable and helps me to feel less misunderstood. Thank you for what you are doing.

"WOW" 😮 I wish I'd found you years ago! We've lived parallel lives. Thank you so much! It's all starting to make sense now the way you explain it.

I love how you do these videos. Speaking with so much honesty, and depth to your experiences and like you said, with the intention of others hearing a nugget that relates to them. The person that emailed about you not talking so much, and getting to a point t or whatever they said, well 'stay in your own lane mate' is what I always think when someone wants you to do it 'their way' Watched quite a bit of your content now and the whole premise of your videos is to do things 'your' way and I really respect that Paul because for so long, I was a people pleaser, and looked to others for how to be, but like you, I've had to unapologetically find my own way in life the last few years for self preservation... and I LOVE my own company these days !! 😂 I like to see people on my own terms now. I do what feels 'right' at any given moment. Your fiercely strong convictions on lots of subjects is admirable and I've found lots of nuggets in what you talk about. Thank you 🙏

Thank you Paul for doing these videos, you’re a light in the darkness

I am spending my birthday binge watching your videos. This is another 100% spot on for me. You help me immensely. Take care Paul. Waffle on brother. Speak your mind. I really enjoy it.

Just had an "emotion overload " Hearing you while trying to sleep helped a bit... It was like hearing myself talking

I wish more people would explain things the way you do, so much easier to follow and understand different points of view to things. Also we are kind of lucky to live in a time where it's easier to hear the voices of people that would otherwise be invisible to the world, especially those of us who find traditional social interaction difficult or exhausting.

Learning to "lean into my autism" 🙌 I hear you. My diagnosis is the elephant in the room at family events (when I have the energy!) because none of them will say a word about it or even say the autism word. Thanks!

Thanks Paul. I was diagnosed at 36 and your channel has helped a hell of a lot with the mental adjustment

I love this whole video! I enjoy hearing your candid sincere expressions. It's not rambling, it's like when you take a long walk with someone and the same way the trail goes this way and that, the conversation of the one you're listening to is relaxed, occasionally you're walking a little farther apart and sometimes you are bumping shoulders together because you're both immersed. I really enjoyed this stroll !!

Because I'm quite most of the time, I could never create Videos as you do, even if I absolute relate to your type of autism. As diagnosed as an adult, I feel very good with your Videos, because we have experienced this fucked up world in a similar way.

This guys deep real & rare love him ❤

"All I have to do is what I need." Thank you for the effort you put into this. I appreciate it

You are an extraordinary human being Paul. I know your intent is not to make «lessons» but at the end your videos are always full of wisdom and spirit. You are a philosopher of the purity, of the beautiful and mindful simplicity. Thank you Paul.

Thank you for finding your voice Paul. This video was as riveting as the first. The segment on your work history and how you stayed in a job where you were not well treated out of loyalty, really resonated for me. I stayed in a job for 10 years where I was repeatedly bullied, also out of loyalty. I ended up with a major depressive disorder and complex ptsd. I’ve just had an 8 week hospital admission and treatment that has helped. I just want to move forward now with my life and with continuing to research and understand my late autism diagnosis. Thanks Paul 🙏🌻