Learning that I'm Autistic (for the first time) at 33 #Audhd

Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to my story. Love always, Mikaela x

The Daily Stoic is an amazing book and one I’ve reflected on often. It’s rad that you shared and it’s OK to be a bit on the spectrum, most brilliant and creative people are. It’s a good thing

Im in shock to find your channel. Our history are so much alike. Thank you very much for sharing. hugs from 🇦🇷

Mikaela sending you so much love! I was diagnosed last year at 34, and I msged you previously to say I thought I could see traits in you ❤ I'm a fellow sober autistic gal! Xx

You’re the same person you just gave yourself a label that to us your no one different hear you and your beautiful and wonderful! Why would a label make someone decide not to want to follow you that would makes no sense at all. God bless you and life is wonderful, especially without pouring poison down our throats! ❌❌🙏

You got this sis 👊. Your bravery is really inspiring 🙏.

Happens to the best of us. We don’t come to this planet to be perfect. We are all so far from perfect and we’re all going through something. You are totally fine in my books!

Very honest video. Don’t feel down for too long. In low situations I try and look at what I do have, instead of what I haven’t. Life is your journey. Everyone has bad days and good and you will feel more yourself again. Don’t feel like you need to gain acceptance of others. Be yourself and you’ll attract the right people into your life. Chin up. You’ve got this 👊🏻

Damn Kayla, you’re so honest with yourself and brave to share this.

So glad to hear your connecting with your mum about your experiences. Routin for ya

Im so proud of you💛. Love to take part of your wisdom and honesty💛🌿

Thank you for sharing your video. Everyone has imperfections but we are all unique, given certain talents and skills to make this world a better place. I am now curious about Autism as I share similar traits.

Sending love to you Mikaela, no one is perfect ! Enjoy what you love doing 🥰

It's so lovely to see you back. You are so brave and I'm so glad I found your channel. Sending love and support x

Wishing you the best 🤗

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Same deal here, official diagnosis and yet so many that still think even the diagnosis isn't real either - but honestly a societal lack of embracing and respecting mental health, human nature, etc in America I would argue. Focused on grind and production, many unaware of how much they might be neglecting their own health for sure - sleep for one, diet, fitness - but even the mental health exploration and integration/embracing of a more authentic self.
Feel like I've heard it all when it comes to social criticisms "get with it" - "open up" - "weird" - "strangest most unusual human I've ever met in my life" - and yet I'm not aware of doing anything unusual or anxious or holding back but rather constantly trying to mask and pretend to be neurotypical. Alcohol or other substance abuse certainly can have a chapter in the life of someone dealing with neurodivergent conditions and a much deeper risk of accumulative stress compared to just social anxiety or phobia due to perhaps neglect or poor socialization, etc. The stress with autism is inherent disconnect from socialization neurotypical brains inherently pick up on and take for granted. Further understanding. masking strategies (a good thing in my opinion, a survival skill), and acceptance is key for sure - an integration with the authentic self within, regardless.

I am shocked how similar we feel 😮❤

Hi Mikaela I started watching your videos to help me stay sober and your story is so alike to mine. Now this video is making me question if I am also autistic as I also see my traits in yours. Just wondering how you got diagnosed what was the process ? As I have no idea where to start

What's All This Then? So the plot thickens, eh?
Well shit the bed!
Sounds like your journey just got a bit more interesting! That took guts girl, and you gave me a sadz, but I refuse to be worried, because you are strong & intelligent, and have come too far to get derailed by some ubiquitous underlying neuropsychological deficit! I am confident that the universe will allow you to embrace this as just another part of you, and keep moving in a positive direction, you did say this was a 'clean slate' right, make it work for you!

Very Best Wishes