Teaching with Aspergers, 27 y.o. guy

[ifightdragons]

Hi everyone!

After 27 years of restless wondering, I'm finally beginning to come to terms with who and what I am.
I try give things a positive spin whenever possible, so I've enjoyed finding out how Asperger's may enable and perhaps strengthen one's positive traits.

Not going to bore or offend anyone with my life's story :unsure: To keep it short and sweet, I'm a Norwegian high school teacher, currently enrolled in a Ph.D program for my doctorate in sociology. I have no idea how I've made it to where I am, and I feel pretty much confused and alone about where I'm going next.

I've been reading these forums for a little while, and just seeing that I'm not in my own solitary, sinking ship - but rather on a huge Aspie caribbean cruise - has made a world of difference!

Thank you for taking time reading, I'm glad I found you

 

[wyverary]

Well, we need to start throwing more parties, with lots of those rum drinks with little umbrellas. (I've been saying this for quite some time. I can get you on board with this, right?) Of course, I'm stuck on a whale, so nobody ever lets me at the helm.

Aspergers can be a liability, but yes, we all work on making it an asset instead. Sometimes that's a rough journey--it was for me, I know.

Bienvenu !

 

[Judge]

I have no idea how I've made it to where I am, and I feel pretty much confused and alone about where I'm going next.

I've been reading these forums for a little while, and just seeing that I'm not in my own solitary, sinking ship - but rather on a huge Aspie caribbean cruise - has made a world of difference!

Welcome. Oh yes, how I understand that question and your metaphor about the sinking ship. "How did I make it this far?" And never being able to really bring it up with much of anyone because I didn't understand until now. And how important and profound it is to discover that we are not alone. I find this place to be a treasure trove of helpful information and support. I hope you do as well.

 

[asnlifecoach]

Optimism breeds success! Keep being optimistic and you'll find what you're looking for.

 

[ifightdragons]

Thank you all for making me feel welcome

Wyverary: I'm in, and I'll even join you on the whale. It can be our after-hours hang out! :smoke:

Judge and asnlifecoach: It really puts a smile on my face seeing like-minded people as yourselves. They're not in abundance!

 

[King_Oni]

Well, we need to start throwing more parties, with lots of those rum drinks with little umbrellas.

As long as there are umbrellas... count me in! But only if there are umbrellas.

Besides that; Welcome ifightdragons

 

[ifightdragons]

There Will Be Umbrellas... (starring Daniel Day-Lewis)

Thanks King Oni, happy to be here

 

[Explosition_Rooster]

I've been reading these forums for a little while, and just seeing that I'm not in my own solitary, sinking ship - but rather on a huge Aspie caribbean cruise - has made a world of difference!

Thank you for taking time reading, I'm glad I found you

I've never been on a cruise before, so this sounds exciting. And nice to meet you!