"Being Autistic can be f___ing frustrating!"

The title of this blog post is what I said when I felt frustrated because I wasn't picking up a skill at Roller Derby training. Learning the basic skills has been a struggle for me at times because my brain processes things differently. For example, it took me ages to learn how to do transitions and I only started being able to do it because I learnt it another way. Derby is not the only place where I feel frustrated at times. Trying to fit in to a neurotypical's world is frustrating because I cannot be myself as people would look down upon me if I am. I feel frustrated about not being able to understand why people do things the way they do (another reason to get rid of the Roller Derby stall starts please). I feel frustrated that people would turn on me even though I never had done anything wrong to them. On the flip side, being on the spectrum can be epic too. I am a determined young woman, once I say I want to do something, I will do it, no matter how long it takes. I like to keep positive and enjoy what I do, even if it means walking in the rain to get to the things I do. I like to use my passions and talents to help others. I like to be me and show my capabilities.

A bit about me

Hello there people.

A little bit about me. I was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at 8 years of age. I am into roller derby as a freashmeat skater with Mount Militia Derby Crew, swimming with Special Olympics Tauranga, autism advocacy, music and keeping out of trouble. I am writing this blog so I can share my adventures through derby and life.

Enjoy my blog!
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Karleigh