Struggles, mental health, could it be autism?

Briefly and quickly touching on elements in my life that added up to an Autism diagnosis.
“Finding out I was neurodivergent was like turning on windshield wipers in a rainstorm”…. I nicked this quote from @catholicOnTheSpectrum because it was perfect and I’m not that inventive!
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[@thankyu4themusic]

Well done Emma ❤

[@charlottajarman5640]

Proud of you Em xx

[@mrmdgower]

Very brave - good on you. I recognise parts of your journey, and relate to how some things are for myself, too. Thanks for sharing. ❤

[@emmabrackenartist6239]

We are very alike my dear cousin xx I hope you are well and happy

[@gillhoward7975]

Oh Emma, you've struggled so much in your life. I just hope you realise what a special person you are. Through your gift of being a wonderful artist you have loads of friends and supporters, not only because of your talent but because you're you. I hope now you have confirmation of your autism it all makes sense. I've followed your journey on Facebook and truly can't wait to see what the future holds for you. Keep strong my friend. X

[@emmabrackenartist6239]

What a beautiful comment, thank you so much. Thank you for your encouragement. Xx