#AcuallyAutistic
Recently, I was diagnosed as being autistic. At 45, it was quite a discovery to make. It brings a lot of things into perspective.
I want to share my reflections and interests. If you feel inspired to join me please take a look. #acuallyautistic
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A Way Illuminated: Starting a New Chapter - A Way Illuminated
Hi everyone, and a warm, friendly welcome to my new blog, "A Way Illuminated." I'm Mark, and I'm pleased you've stopped by.
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May 28, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Also, are you aware that #AcuallyAutistic people like to have things fully explained?

Or maybe you're just so blissfully neurotypical that you're perfectly happy with everything being vague and undefined?

Good for you, asshole.
May 19, 2025 at 11:31 PM
There are studies that show that autistic people have lower average lifespans? Why? Because of cooccurring conditions, bullying leading to suicidal ideation, poor support systems and economic stability. This needs to change.

#AcuallyAutistic
April 22, 2024 at 3:45 AM
As an Autistic adult, I've learned through all my life that love is the one thing I have left in me to give, and I give to all allies for autistic lives! Sweet clip from my Black Autistic Adults panel back in April of this year! #disabledlivesmatter #blacklivesmatter #lovematters #acuallyautistic
October 17, 2024 at 10:04 PM
I love the 24 Hours of Le Mans car race, and each year I go all-in, it’s my life for half a week. This year is the first time that I’ve realised how much being #acuallyautistic drives my obsession and perpetration, so I thought I’d write a little bit about it, and how I go about watching the […]
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June 17, 2025 at 6:22 AM
#You'reAlreadyAware Month, Day 2:

Many #AcuallyAutistic folks "find out," through association with other neurodivergent people, not dx.
So, who "got" you?

I "got along really well" with autists at the group home in undergrad & as a new SpEd teacher. It was weird how well I understood them... 🤔🤯
April 2, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Oliver is one of the most amazing storytellers you could ever meet, so we knew we were in for a treat as soon as he sat down with his pens, paper and props. Needless to say, he did not disappoint... brilliant work, Oliver!
👏📖😯
#AcuallyAutistic #Inclusion #Imagination
June 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM