[WePow]

it is so hard to put into words the feelings of autism. This art I did yesterday showing what it feels like out in public. ugggg! Can anyone else on the spectrum relate or get this?

[BadWolfC]

Yep, that's something I can relate to. I have so much difficulty dealing with people I don't know, and being in crowds makes me completely overwhelmed and panicked.

That is your art? It is amazing.

[ToeJam]

That is really good! Also on the spectrum though my issues are auditory... but I get the 'overwhelm' message portrayed here

[CobolCapsule]

Love your artwork! I identify with it completely.
Thanks for the post.

[PrairieCat]

Originally Posted by WePow

it is so hard to put into words the feelings of autism. This art I did yesterday showing what it feels like out in public. ugggg! Can anyone else on the spectrum relate or get this?

Wow! That IS amazing and very good. You're a good artist! I can relate to that. It reminds me of when I was young and felt so very self-conscious and like people were watching me all the time. They weren't but I FELT like they were, so that was my reality. I even stopped talking to most people in high school and would not say hello to anyone for a while. Now that I am much older, I just do not really like people that much and I avoid crowds. But I realize that people are absolutely necessary and should be in my life. I don't feel watched anymore. I am 76 years old.