Louise Ting
@neuro-observant.bsky.social
Neurodivergent. LGBTQ+ 🌈 Passionate about autism advocacy, mental health, and research. Community volunteer. Love 🐈, PPI, art and learning
Creator of this popular PPI resource (used by research orgs & universities globally):
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Creator of this popular PPI resource (used by research orgs & universities globally):
tiny.cc/PPIdiagram
A day in the life of an autistic person…
TOO MUCH GOING ON by @worry__lines
TOO MUCH GOING ON by @worry__lines
August 7, 2025 at 2:55 PM
A day in the life of an autistic person…
TOO MUCH GOING ON by @worry__lines
TOO MUCH GOING ON by @worry__lines
I’m sorry it’s so tough - I have severe ARFID due to my autism so can totally relate. Taking vitamins & other dietary supplements can help. I also attended a paid workshop run by a national eating disorders charity (UK) and made some rough notes which I’ll share here in case anything is of use ❤️
July 22, 2025 at 7:43 PM
I’m sorry it’s so tough - I have severe ARFID due to my autism so can totally relate. Taking vitamins & other dietary supplements can help. I also attended a paid workshop run by a national eating disorders charity (UK) and made some rough notes which I’ll share here in case anything is of use ❤️
The cat has decided that the pot is no longer for flowers
April 8, 2025 at 9:23 AM
The cat has decided that the pot is no longer for flowers
Reposting for Neurodiversity Celebration Week!
Because we don’t talk enough about autistic strengths
There are so many autistic traits that make the world a better place
❌ harmful deficit-based narrative
✅ strengths, joys and what support autistic people need to live good lives
#autism #AuDHD
Because we don’t talk enough about autistic strengths
There are so many autistic traits that make the world a better place
❌ harmful deficit-based narrative
✅ strengths, joys and what support autistic people need to live good lives
#autism #AuDHD
March 22, 2025 at 3:31 PM
My #ADHD brain really can’t estimate how long most tasks will take
I’ll either:
- put them off then find that something only took a few minutes (rarely)
or
- put them off then be lost in email/ chores hell for 3-5 hours (the norm)
when it seems to take everyone else a reasonable amount of time?
I’ll either:
- put them off then find that something only took a few minutes (rarely)
or
- put them off then be lost in email/ chores hell for 3-5 hours (the norm)
when it seems to take everyone else a reasonable amount of time?
March 1, 2025 at 5:48 PM
My #ADHD brain really can’t estimate how long most tasks will take
I’ll either:
- put them off then find that something only took a few minutes (rarely)
or
- put them off then be lost in email/ chores hell for 3-5 hours (the norm)
when it seems to take everyone else a reasonable amount of time?
I’ll either:
- put them off then find that something only took a few minutes (rarely)
or
- put them off then be lost in email/ chores hell for 3-5 hours (the norm)
when it seems to take everyone else a reasonable amount of time?
There are so many #autistic strengths that aren’t talked about enough.
We are caring, driven individuals with a lot to offer despite all the stigma and discrimination.
We are enough, just as we are ❤️
#autism #neurodivergent
We are caring, driven individuals with a lot to offer despite all the stigma and discrimination.
We are enough, just as we are ❤️
#autism #neurodivergent
February 24, 2025 at 4:19 PM
There are so many #autistic strengths that aren’t talked about enough.
We are caring, driven individuals with a lot to offer despite all the stigma and discrimination.
We are enough, just as we are ❤️
#autism #neurodivergent
We are caring, driven individuals with a lot to offer despite all the stigma and discrimination.
We are enough, just as we are ❤️
#autism #neurodivergent
February 21, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Autistic people live in a world that isn’t designed for us. This can lead to burnout, especially for those who mask a lot or are undergoing big life transitions.
Recognising the signs of #autistic burnout can help you understand what’s happening and how to manage it.
#autism #AuDHD
Recognising the signs of #autistic burnout can help you understand what’s happening and how to manage it.
#autism #AuDHD
February 16, 2025 at 3:36 PM
A shameful secret I’ve held onto for too long:
I used to think of myself as inhuman due to who I was when unmasked. And it made me feel awful. I wanted to erase myself from existence. Which I tried, several times
But now, I realise that that feeling came from somewhere else, not myself
#autism
I used to think of myself as inhuman due to who I was when unmasked. And it made me feel awful. I wanted to erase myself from existence. Which I tried, several times
But now, I realise that that feeling came from somewhere else, not myself
#autism
February 4, 2025 at 3:19 PM
A shameful secret I’ve held onto for too long:
I used to think of myself as inhuman due to who I was when unmasked. And it made me feel awful. I wanted to erase myself from existence. Which I tried, several times
But now, I realise that that feeling came from somewhere else, not myself
#autism
I used to think of myself as inhuman due to who I was when unmasked. And it made me feel awful. I wanted to erase myself from existence. Which I tried, several times
But now, I realise that that feeling came from somewhere else, not myself
#autism
This weekend, I stood up in front of 100 people & told them I was #autistic… before moving onto my actual presentation slides. It was terrifying! So why did I do this? 🧵
- Because representation & visibility in general matters, esp as a disabled autistic POC. I had someone (also POC) come up to me
- Because representation & visibility in general matters, esp as a disabled autistic POC. I had someone (also POC) come up to me
February 2, 2025 at 4:16 PM
This weekend, I stood up in front of 100 people & told them I was #autistic… before moving onto my actual presentation slides. It was terrifying! So why did I do this? 🧵
- Because representation & visibility in general matters, esp as a disabled autistic POC. I had someone (also POC) come up to me
- Because representation & visibility in general matters, esp as a disabled autistic POC. I had someone (also POC) come up to me
Still thinking about the horrors of Neil Gaiman and some of the sickening responses to it, such as those mocking the survivors
How are women expected to feel safe in this world?
Haiku (by me):
“NOT ALL MEN”, you shout
But how do we know which ones?
That’s just it: we don’t
#equality #LGBTQ+
How are women expected to feel safe in this world?
Haiku (by me):
“NOT ALL MEN”, you shout
But how do we know which ones?
That’s just it: we don’t
#equality #LGBTQ+
January 19, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Screenshot of the message asking if self-diagnosis is valid
I think it’s important that we make it safe for people to ask questions (no one knows everything, but we can share knowledge and learn from others!), and I read the query as coming from a place of genuine interest/ without ill intention
I think it’s important that we make it safe for people to ask questions (no one knows everything, but we can share knowledge and learn from others!), and I read the query as coming from a place of genuine interest/ without ill intention
January 18, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Screenshot of the message asking if self-diagnosis is valid
I think it’s important that we make it safe for people to ask questions (no one knows everything, but we can share knowledge and learn from others!), and I read the query as coming from a place of genuine interest/ without ill intention
I think it’s important that we make it safe for people to ask questions (no one knows everything, but we can share knowledge and learn from others!), and I read the query as coming from a place of genuine interest/ without ill intention
3. Autistic people generally identify as such out of wanting to understand themselves better and advocate for genuine needs (support, accommodations, understanding). This is no bad thing. In fact, it literally saves lives
January 18, 2025 at 3:26 PM
3. Autistic people generally identify as such out of wanting to understand themselves better and advocate for genuine needs (support, accommodations, understanding). This is no bad thing. In fact, it literally saves lives
2. Not everyone has the privilege of instead being able to pay $1000s for private assessment
January 18, 2025 at 3:26 PM
2. Not everyone has the privilege of instead being able to pay $1000s for private assessment
In answer to a message I received on here (screenshot at the end)…
Yes, it IS valid to self-ID in my opinion 🧵
Why:
1. Not everyone has the privilege of being able to access #autism diagnosis. The wait for formal assessment can be several months (unlikely!) to 18 YEARS
Yes, it IS valid to self-ID in my opinion 🧵
Why:
1. Not everyone has the privilege of being able to access #autism diagnosis. The wait for formal assessment can be several months (unlikely!) to 18 YEARS
January 18, 2025 at 3:26 PM
In answer to a message I received on here (screenshot at the end)…
Yes, it IS valid to self-ID in my opinion 🧵
Why:
1. Not everyone has the privilege of being able to access #autism diagnosis. The wait for formal assessment can be several months (unlikely!) to 18 YEARS
Yes, it IS valid to self-ID in my opinion 🧵
Why:
1. Not everyone has the privilege of being able to access #autism diagnosis. The wait for formal assessment can be several months (unlikely!) to 18 YEARS
I can’t say this enough:
Unmasking saves lives.
Believing people when they tell you they’re autistic saves lives.
Accommodating and supporting autistic people (especially those who have unmasked, and may be anxious about judgment or rejection) saves lives.
Kindness saves lives ❤️
#autism
Unmasking saves lives.
Believing people when they tell you they’re autistic saves lives.
Accommodating and supporting autistic people (especially those who have unmasked, and may be anxious about judgment or rejection) saves lives.
Kindness saves lives ❤️
#autism
January 15, 2025 at 3:27 PM
I can’t say this enough:
Unmasking saves lives.
Believing people when they tell you they’re autistic saves lives.
Accommodating and supporting autistic people (especially those who have unmasked, and may be anxious about judgment or rejection) saves lives.
Kindness saves lives ❤️
#autism
Unmasking saves lives.
Believing people when they tell you they’re autistic saves lives.
Accommodating and supporting autistic people (especially those who have unmasked, and may be anxious about judgment or rejection) saves lives.
Kindness saves lives ❤️
#autism
🧵 Instead of “so much over-diagnosis of autism and ADHD these days”,
how about
“so much under-diagnosis of autism and ADHD before”?
There are lots of #autistic people who have suffered greatly from previous under-diagnosis
👇
how about
“so much under-diagnosis of autism and ADHD before”?
There are lots of #autistic people who have suffered greatly from previous under-diagnosis
👇
January 13, 2025 at 3:20 PM
🧵 Instead of “so much over-diagnosis of autism and ADHD these days”,
how about
“so much under-diagnosis of autism and ADHD before”?
There are lots of #autistic people who have suffered greatly from previous under-diagnosis
👇
how about
“so much under-diagnosis of autism and ADHD before”?
There are lots of #autistic people who have suffered greatly from previous under-diagnosis
👇
For anyone who needs to hear this today:
- there is no one way to “be autistic”
- self-diagnosis is valid
- you are not broken
- it’s ok to have needs
- you are more than your struggles
#autism #mentalhealth #neuro-observant
- there is no one way to “be autistic”
- self-diagnosis is valid
- you are not broken
- it’s ok to have needs
- you are more than your struggles
#autism #mentalhealth #neuro-observant
January 8, 2025 at 3:12 PM
For anyone who needs to hear this today:
- there is no one way to “be autistic”
- self-diagnosis is valid
- you are not broken
- it’s ok to have needs
- you are more than your struggles
#autism #mentalhealth #neuro-observant
- there is no one way to “be autistic”
- self-diagnosis is valid
- you are not broken
- it’s ok to have needs
- you are more than your struggles
#autism #mentalhealth #neuro-observant
2024 was a rough year.
But, looking ahead…
2025 is a good time to:
- be kind to yourself
- know that you are enough
- surround yourself with people that lift you up
- focus on your needs rather than those of others
#autism #AuDHD #autistic #neuro-observant
But, looking ahead…
2025 is a good time to:
- be kind to yourself
- know that you are enough
- surround yourself with people that lift you up
- focus on your needs rather than those of others
#autism #AuDHD #autistic #neuro-observant
January 1, 2025 at 4:44 PM
2024 was a rough year.
But, looking ahead…
2025 is a good time to:
- be kind to yourself
- know that you are enough
- surround yourself with people that lift you up
- focus on your needs rather than those of others
#autism #AuDHD #autistic #neuro-observant
But, looking ahead…
2025 is a good time to:
- be kind to yourself
- know that you are enough
- surround yourself with people that lift you up
- focus on your needs rather than those of others
#autism #AuDHD #autistic #neuro-observant
I see a lot of beauty when people advocate for neurodiversity (the concept that the diversity of human minds is both natural and valuable) because it communicates:
- my mind is open
- I see you
- you’re not broken
- I want society to be better
#autism #AuDHD #neuro-observant
- my mind is open
- I see you
- you’re not broken
- I want society to be better
#autism #AuDHD #neuro-observant
December 31, 2024 at 5:07 PM
I see a lot of beauty when people advocate for neurodiversity (the concept that the diversity of human minds is both natural and valuable) because it communicates:
- my mind is open
- I see you
- you’re not broken
- I want society to be better
#autism #AuDHD #neuro-observant
- my mind is open
- I see you
- you’re not broken
- I want society to be better
#autism #AuDHD #neuro-observant
Autistic self-care is so important after the overwhelm of Christmas. Especially if, like me, you couldn’t safely unmask very much
So here are some things you might want to consider (see poster)
I’m trying to focus on rest, relaxing hobbies, sensory needs & alone time ❤️
#autism #burnout #selfcare
So here are some things you might want to consider (see poster)
I’m trying to focus on rest, relaxing hobbies, sensory needs & alone time ❤️
#autism #burnout #selfcare
December 27, 2024 at 3:41 PM
One of my special interests is looking at doors with festive wreaths on...
Everyone else today cared about walking for the sake of walking whereas I couldn't help gazing longingly at every single pretty door we passed! 😅
#autisticjoy #photography
Everyone else today cared about walking for the sake of walking whereas I couldn't help gazing longingly at every single pretty door we passed! 😅
#autisticjoy #photography
December 26, 2024 at 3:05 PM
One of my special interests is looking at doors with festive wreaths on...
Everyone else today cared about walking for the sake of walking whereas I couldn't help gazing longingly at every single pretty door we passed! 😅
#autisticjoy #photography
Everyone else today cared about walking for the sake of walking whereas I couldn't help gazing longingly at every single pretty door we passed! 😅
#autisticjoy #photography
One of my special interests is looking at doors with festive wreaths on…
Everyone else today cared about walking for the sake of walking whereas I couldn’t help gazing longingly at every single pretty door we passed! 😅
Everyone else today cared about walking for the sake of walking whereas I couldn’t help gazing longingly at every single pretty door we passed! 😅
December 26, 2024 at 3:02 PM
One of my special interests is looking at doors with festive wreaths on…
Everyone else today cared about walking for the sake of walking whereas I couldn’t help gazing longingly at every single pretty door we passed! 😅
Everyone else today cared about walking for the sake of walking whereas I couldn’t help gazing longingly at every single pretty door we passed! 😅
My partner and I have been discussing what we’re having for dinner at his parents’ house tonight and sometimes it’s really not hard to figure out which one of us is autistic
I do love his quick summary of us:
Him: "We'll have to wait and find out 🙂”
Me: "We'll have to wait and find out ☹️”
#autism
I do love his quick summary of us:
Him: "We'll have to wait and find out 🙂”
Me: "We'll have to wait and find out ☹️”
#autism
December 24, 2024 at 4:08 PM
My partner and I have been discussing what we’re having for dinner at his parents’ house tonight and sometimes it’s really not hard to figure out which one of us is autistic
I do love his quick summary of us:
Him: "We'll have to wait and find out 🙂”
Me: "We'll have to wait and find out ☹️”
#autism
I do love his quick summary of us:
Him: "We'll have to wait and find out 🙂”
Me: "We'll have to wait and find out ☹️”
#autism