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Anonymous May 18, 2026 at 11:19:30 AM

Re: Nobody wants to be a retard. Captivating title for a bad reason. Semitics aside, I think you have internalised ableism (coming from an autistic person). People are disabled *because* the world is not for them. Autism often have comorbid mental health conditions as well so I think getting adequate support- an autistic affirming medical professional does make a difference. Putting a label on a condition can help professionals be specific and understand how to work with you. Take care

Replied on: May 18, 2026 at 11:34:56 AM

Yes, that was my idea with the title. It is not meant to be a 'good' one. I very much do have internalized ableism, it is a constant topic in my journals (which right now I rarely have time to type out in bearblog anymore, sadly). I would never look down on someone else with the same diagnosis but I am unable to extend the same grace to myself. It is a work in progress. One step forward and two steps back whenever something that I deem as 'catastrophic' happens. I have yet to find a mental health professional who is autistic affirming, my last experience with someone who markets themselves as 'specialized in autism' was so bad I physically cannot bring myself to try again. This is also another work in progress. Thank you for taking the time to read and leave another message. Take care as well

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Anonymous May 25, 2025 at 6:42:54 AM

love your blog :)

Replied on: May 26, 2025 at 12:26:19 PM

Aaa Thank you for reading!

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Anonymous May 22, 2025 at 10:59:47 PM

I can feel the ache in "Female Friendships". I wish I could say been there, done that, got the t-shirt but I'm still in the middle of the doing step. Love your writing style.

Replied on: May 24, 2025 at 7:52:02 PM

Oof! We got this (fingers crossed, unsure grimace), and thank you for your words, dearest anonymous reader.

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Sebastian Malloy May 21, 2025 at 7:59:31 PM

Oh my. These posts of yours--these thoughts--are magnificent beams of light piercing a dark room, are sparkling jewels spilled from an antique carved wooden bark, are breadcrumbs leading me along a path I didn't know that I wanted to tread until I stumbled in here. Please keep doing this. It's such a remarkable thing you're making.

Replied on: May 22, 2025 at 10:15:18 AM

This is the most special and the loveliest compliment anyone could've given me. I am honored you took the time to put this into words, and beyond happy you read through Musagates. Thank you so much, Sebastian!