For Example:

Something interesting I'm noticing that has been happening with me in social situations for the longest time is that when I ask clarifying questions (bc autism) I don't get met with frustration as much as I do belittling (? Not sure if it's the right word. It certainly feels demeaning).

And specifically the word:

Overthinking

For example:

"Can you please elaborate on _? I don't think I get it."

"Don't overthink it, it's a simple task πŸ₯° it's not hard !"

"Oh you're just a worrier aren't you! πŸ₯°"

"There's no need to worry you know! 😊 You'll be fine."

"You're overthinking it, just give it a go 😊"

"How about we just try it first and then see how you get on πŸ₯°"

And I get it. I do happen to be a person who can fall into traps of overthinking. But asking clarifying questions is not an example of that!

When I'm overthinking something, I'm rarely ever asking questions on how to DO something. It's likely something that's been upsetting me that I'll overthink, not a task that has been puzzling me. I enjoy challenges. I know I'm quite smart. Assuming every single clarifying question I have must be me overthinking feels very.. icky. Idk. It feels like you assume I am asking out of some need to be quirky and different. Almost like you think it's cute that I'm confused? Like I'm not trying to be cute I'm trying to do the fucking task you set out for me????

It makes me feel uncomfortable and I am always very very bluntly clear that I am not overthinking and I don't like being told that. It feels almost like an insult to my intelligence.

Am I right in thinking this is some covert thing allistics do to autistic people?? Knowing my track record with gut feelings I am right.

9x out of 10, the thing I want clarity on is something poorly phrased. So yes it is likely a very simple task, but it looks like this to me:

Task, simplified = water the flowers

How it's actually phrased:

"Take the device most known for feeding plant life, use accordingly and with precision."

My clarifying questions:

"How am I supposed to know what the 'device' is in this scenario when you can use many things to 'feed' plants..? What are the plants in this scenario? Does it matter? What do you mean 'with precision'??"

The answer I get:

"You're overthinking it πŸ₯° just give it a try!"

What they actually meant to tell me:

"Water the flowers, try not to be too messy with the watering can."

And then the way I learn that that is what they actually meant is solely through error, like I would water the flowers but I wouldn't do it in a tidy manner so I'd get yelled at. Or, I would Google "device most well known for feeding plants" it would bring up feeding pellets and I'd use those and get yelled at!!!

How am I overthinking something by asking clarifying questions!!!!

It genuinely feels like that word has become so watered down that it's just being used to describe anyone who actually thinks past one thought per task???????

Stop assuming everyone can understand what you're telling them straight away.

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Hi everyone!

I wanted to give some things if you've been having trouble finding agere stuff! Enjoy everyone :)

⭐🌈 Age Regression Support! 🌈⭐

🌟 YouTubers πŸ’«

Moon Candy / Pinksugarhartt

lia ଘ(ΰ©­*ΛŠα΅•Λ‹)ΰ©­*β€ŠΜ€Λ‹ / angellimbed

tt's dollhouse / bwallerina

ItsSageΚ•Β·α΄₯Β·Κ” / ItzMe_Sage

elfipup / elfipup

bunnie! πŸ©·πŸ‡ / vexedbabie

pwincess smol bean / pwincesssmolbean

Chubibunbuns / Chubibunbuns

Minty (* ^ Ο‰ ^) / Mintyssocks

punziebell / punziebell

Babie Dani β™‘/ BabieDani

Sugarplum's Agere / sugarplumsagere7141

AspenSprout/ aspensprout5212

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🎼 Playlists 🎢

age regression / little space playlist! - uncreative

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β™ οΈŽ γ€Œ Agere Music Box Playlist V1 」 β™ οΈŽ - funtomnoms

Silly Kiddo! - An Agere Playtime Playlist - Mikey_LittleSpace

Age regression / little space playlist - Kiki

πŸΌπŸ’€ Gamer baby! β˜†β‹†ο½‘π–¦ΉΒ°β€§β˜… littlespace music box playlist πŸ’€πŸΌ - Tommy

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🍭 Ideas🌷

Draw!

Read!

Play video games!

Watch some shows!

If you have chalk, draw on the sidewalk!

Do a puzzle!

Play with plushies if you have them!

Write about your day!

Make some crafts! It can be bracelets, pottery, or whatever you can find around the house!

Take a walk if you feel adventurous!

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πŸ€ Health 🐸

Make sure to eat plenty of food, you need to be healthy and strong to take on the day.

Drink plenty of liquids as well! It might be fun playing, but staying hydrated is just as important.

If you have any medication that's been prescribed to you, don't forget to take it as well. Don't forget to take care of yourself, and make sure that you have your medicine!

Exhausted? Don't feel afraid to take a nap! If you ever get sleepy, just know that you'll be able to play and have fun in the morning... Make sure to rest up and stay strong :)

Be sure to stay clean as well, and scrub good! Make sure that you wash properly and do a good job. I know it may seem daunting, but it's well worth it.

⭐🌈 Age Regression Support! 🌈⭐

❀ Support and Love πŸ’Œ

Know that without a doubt, I support you, and want you to have a great day / night! You are valid and are such a brave kid, even if you don't think of yourself as brave, I do. Stay your amazing self, and just know that I'm cheering you on every step of the way! :D

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