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Meet My Autistic Brain

Autistics are Oblivious?

Feb 10, 2023
The podcast explores the concept of being oblivious as an autistic person and how traits can impact us. It discusses the impact of autism on various aspects of life, including decision-making, sleep, social situations, and artistic pursuits. The speaker reflects on their own experiences and discusses the concept of identity and how discovering their autism can change their perspective on the past and future.
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Quick takeaways

  • Obliviousness is an autistic trait that can lead to misinterpretation of communication and unawareness of certain social situations.
  • Autism permeates every aspect of an individual's life, influencing decision-making, emotions, and social interactions.

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Realizing the Impact of Obliviousness

In this episode, the host discusses the concept of obliviousness as an autistic trait that deserves recognition. Autistic individuals may be unaware of their own lack of conscious awareness, leading them to misinterpret communication or be oblivious to certain aspects of social situations. The host shares personal examples, such as initially not understanding the significance of a question about loud noises, only to later realize that certain noises do bother her. Through self-reflection, the host acknowledges that autism permeates every aspect of her life, influencing decision-making, emotions, and social interactions.

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