Poor Vision and Visual Overstimulation

[AutistAcolyte]

i had this thought this afternoon when i came home and was decompressing: maybe for those with problems with overstimulation, having poor vision is actually a bonus. i can take off my glasses and reduce the amount of information i'm seeing!

 

[VictorR]

When I need a time out to decompress, I usually like to go into a dark quiet room - that way there's nothing but me and my thoughts.

 

[Rodafina]

i can take off my glasses and reduce the amount of information i'm seeing

I do the same thing!

 

[Kisa the tea]

I agree. Though since I can't see anything further than about 7 cm/3 in without my glasses on I typically also take a nap since I'm not able to do much.

 

[Georgia Galaxy]

When I need a time out to decompress, I usually like to go into a dark quiet room - that way there's nothing but me and my thoughts.

For a teenager their bedroom is their haven, as applies to me

 

[Georgia Galaxy]

i had this thought this afternoon when i came home and was decompressing: maybe for those with problems with overstimulation, having poor vision is actually a bonus. i can take off my glasses and reduce the amount of information i'm seeing!

I'm a little sensitive towards the ceiling light, but when a light is warm my eyes can handle it. I also tend to "fuzz things out" on purpose sometimes, refocusing like a camera lense.

 

[Aspychata]

I notice these days, no lights, windows with shades, and wishing myself to slow down and clear my mind, like faux meditation. I probably should start a meditation diet.

 

[Mr. Stevens]

I do the same thing!

I used to do this in meetings a lot, so the eye contact wouldn't stress me out so much. But, then people constantly ask where your glasses are.