About The Blog
I’m blogging about myself, my life, and my ideas. My big 2 topics are autism and writing fiction. But I also talk about Down syndrome, mental health, and more interesting stuff!
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About Me
My name is Luna. I was diagnosed with autism at age 18 and I have medium support needs. My interests include writing and drawing. You may have seen me around before. And don’t worry, wikiHow does have permission to use my artwork.
I’m very close to my family, and occasionally I write about my sister Stella, who has Down syndrome.
About my disabilities and conditions:
- Please call me “autistic,” not a “person with autism.” Being autistic is part of my brain, not an outfit or suitcase.
- I have inattentive type ADHD.
- I’ve struggled with mental illnesses (e.g. generalized anxiety) but have made good progress.
- Please don’t assume I’m “high-functioning” because I can type. My test results tell a different story.
I’m aware that I have haters/bullies on other sites. Please don’t interact with them or tell me what they’re up to. I’d rather not know. Call it “planned ignoring.”
My Positions
I’m going to use bulleted lists for readability.
On autism:
- Autism is a disability. Not all autistic people may identify with the word, but autistic people deserve disability support and accommodations.
- Autistic people deserve respect, acceptance, and accommodation.
- Since autism is inborn, a “cure” would likely mean selectively aborting autistic fetuses. I don’t support that.
- Instead of preventing our existence, researchers should focus on quality of life supports, co-occurring conditions (like epilepsy), and finding ways to make the world more autistic-friendly.
- Good therapy helps us be happier, healthier, and more skilled. It does not train us to mask constantly or adopt unhealthy behaviors (e.g. hiding distress) for others’ convenience.
- If someone can’t speak, that is what AAC is for. Everyone should have a voice.
- We should have a say in how we are treated.
- Higher-support autistics deserve inclusion and respect. The autism conversation should not focus solely on lower-support people.
- We need all the help we can get. Non-autistic allies, such as parents, can be amazing supporters. It’s okay for them to ask questions, and we should be understanding if they make a well-meaning mistake.
- I support the neurodiversity movement.
On intersectionality:
- I’m a feminist.
- I support LGBTQIA+ people, and don’t gatekeep.
- I think it’s important to include women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, and other marginalized groups.
- I’m pro choice. (I don’t love abortion but don’t believe in forcing people to be pregnant against their will. I think the pro life movement fails to use research-based methods to reduce abortions.)
- I may make mistakes or say insensitive things by accident. If so, please tell me so that I can fix and learn from my error.
I have no interest in arguing with people who do not respect me, or who do not respect other human beings. You aren’t “edgy” or “original” or “honest about the hardships that autism causes for burdened family members,” just boring and kind of a jerk. You have a million other places to share your obnoxious opinions. Consider this a “no trespassing” sign.
But to people who want to learn and grow: You are welcome here. You don’t have to be perfect or know everything yet. It’s okay to ask questions respectfully, even if you don’t know the polite wording yet. Life is a learning journey.
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