Autistic Sweet Sixteen...... Can You Be Autistic & NOT Know It? Part 4

[@IrethAmandil]

I thought for sure after Trevor saying "friends don't rat on each other" he'd go and tell the other boys Lenny tried to hit on him or something mean like that. I'm so glad it didn't turn out that way at all. I guess that was just my experience with people. I never know when people are being genuinely nice or when they're trying to trap me...but i guess that was just my family. I'm glad that's not everyone's experience ❤

[@anne.marie42]

Where's Part 5??? Please do moref

[@karenwilson8958]

I'm one of those looking for number 5 also. You have created a wonderful story here, really wondering how their experiences unfold, deeply grateful for what you have created here, I am learning a lot, gratitude 🙏

[@autolycuse2554]

I didn't expect this, but I am hooked on this series. Thanks for the work you do!

[@ArjanKop]

All these stories are so recognisable that it actually hurts.

[@Azzi0921]

I was both Lenny & Tom during this age period of school.😢 Can't wait for Part 5 & more.🤩🤩🤩

[@shatnoir]

Part 5 please

[@Hiraya198]

You're a mesmerizing story teller. I can't wait for the next in this series.

[@DeborahAnnsuperversatile]

When are you going to post a new episode of adulthood?

[@RussellParkerArt]

No 5????

[@kathryngreaves432]

Hi there will you be making a part 5 please if there is already one please can you leave a link in the comments. Many thanks

[@Lavastaramus]

When Trevor appeared, I was afraid that was going to be a set up for a trap and more bullying. I'm glad to have been wrong. Also, like Lenny, I didn't really start noticing the opposite sex during my teens. I never thought myself as gay, though. I knew I was attracted to women, but that attraction was put away, out of the way of other interests, until my early twenties.

[@ByrdieFae]

I was afraid of that, too. So glad we were wrong!

[@PetiteMinina]

same, later years later I discovered I'm ace (demisexual)

[@keirapendragon5486]

Did part 5 ever happen? I can't seem to find it.

[@MartKart8]

I think it's sad some people get angry over the term label, when a person mentions Autism, as the term label can be used for pretty much everything, the term Homo sapiens is a label used on the last group of human species as other human species went extinct. A human name is a label applied to that person.

[@MrAndywills]

I know what you mean about labels. However, after being subjected to some dodgy labels in my time, I am not ashamed of being labelled autistic. Being labelled autistic is no worse than being labelled a father, a baldy, a lefty etc.

[@Kamishi845]

Can relate a fair bit to Lenny even though I was assigned female at birth, especially the bit about sexuality. I immediately noticed that I didn't seem to think and feel the same about any gender really, like other 15-year-olds did. I'm still on the ace spectrums today as demisexual. Physical attraction just isn't there when I don't like the person whereas everyone else was gushing over how physically attractive someone was.

[@Autistamatic]

Thanks for commenting. Sexuality and romantic preferences often come up when discussing autistic life and far more of us describe ourselves as demisexual than I ever would have expected. You are far from alone in such feelings.

[@Kamishi845]

@@AutistamaticThank you, I feel so reassured having found this community as an adult. It's the first time I see some of my own experiences resonate through others and it feels so good to know I am finally not alone.

[@ar.a5393]

​@@AutistamaticUnexpectedly can also relate as an undiagnosed, also having been on the recieving end of such suspicion myself at that age due to attraction being more than just 'breasts' and 'bums' for me. I surely was not willing to expend energy on 'Masking' my way through romantic relationships with those I feel I could not identify with at all platonically - just to appear normal. Although never cared much then, I've somewhat come to appreciate TNG within last few years oddly enough...

[@ar.a5393]

Unexpectedly can also relate as an undiagnosed, also having been on the recieving end of such suspicion/name calling myself at that age due to perceived appearance, and attraction being more than just 'breasts' and 'bums' for me; I surely was not willing to expend energy on 'Masking' my way through romantic relationships with those I felt I could not identify with at all platonically - just to appear normal. Have also come to somewhat appreciate TNG in more recent years, although didn't care much back then oddly enough...

[@Domsfun]

Agree it doesn’t change much as you get older. I found coming from regional areas you are made to assimilate but it always feels shallow. Never understood still don’t why girls like lusting over guys.

[@grrrrosey]

Are you going to make another part to this? I am invested!

[@SatansWerewolf]

Is there more of this series? I'm really enjoying it.

[@god-rj5wf]

love this series!! they both hit pretty close to home but lenny's story is the most relatable to me i got diagnosed a bit late (i'm 20, got diagnosed last year) and had to spend the entirety of my formative years like this without explanation, it really messed with my head. if lenny were homeschooled instead, i'd be convinced that this was straight up just my life story lol hope you're having a good day and keep up the good work, quinn! 👌

[@TheCagedCorvid]

I feel like I relate massively with both of these boys, even though I'm 'female' for most intents and purposes... my school life was a mixture of both of theirs. I discovered my autism during the lock downs of 2020 and have recently got my diagnosis. I'm 43, and have spent my whole life struggling with what i thought was 'not being a proper person'... I think knowing makes it easier for me within myself, but harder in society because of stigma, ignorance and (sometimes wilful) misunderstanding. I really hope there's another instalment coming at some point, it's been fascinating listening and you're a great storyteller. I'm quite invested in these two people at this point, I'm really rooting for them😊

[@mariuszwisla3230]

If I was so lucky to get offer of friendship I wouldn't hesitate like Lenny, who cares which gender he prefers but I wasn't in boarding school, and in my city there was a group of boys playing RPGs on Saturdays in old sewing factory, where mom of one of them worked, so he had keys. One of them in my class I joined when I was 16, I did get invited, those were good times, and no bullies there

[@jonathane1976]

Was there ever a part 5?

[@ByrdieFae]

This story is brilliant ♥

[@robscovell5951]

This brought an involuntary tear to my eye. Looking forward to the continuation.

[@em_m5989]

Hi, new subscriber here. Ik it's been two years but what happened to Lenny and Tom? I really wanna know.

[@Dwamak]

Thank you, Quinn, a work well done, as always

[@SymphyBeats]

Hi - loving this series. Is there a Part 5 please? 😍🙏 Discovered this channel today and binge watching your videos. You are an incredible story teller, very articulate. 👏

[@BXLrules]

Same! He cannot just stop that story!

[@pilar289xD]

Loving this series. New follower here from USA. Great work with the videos.

[@Saieras]

Not naming Trevor 'Carl' feels like a missed opportunity.

[@ar.a5393]

...With an appearance of a 'Burns' in Part 5 😃

[@linden5165]

I am very invested in these stories! I hope they've had good lives!

[@adamstephens9043]

Not likely, unfortunately.

[@turtleanton6539]

Awesome video 😊😊😊

[@chikenjr]

Thank you Quinn! 🙏 Much love

[@arsVegas]

*Possible Trigger* In all honesty, I’m surprised Tom made it this far without at least contemplating escaping his circumstances in one way or another as so many autistics, especially those that go undiagnosed and/or unhelped, do.

[@arsVegas]

Thank you, so very sincerely, for this and all that you’ve done and continue to do. Much of my life’s experiences, significant ones that still today remain unseen, have been brought into the light solely due to your tireless work and dedication. You, and your work, are invaluable.

[@ko5709]

thank you for this ❤i love your way to give information through stories and examples, it's a lot easier to understand and also very interesting your videos are very helpful to me, they are a big source of validation ❤❤ from fellow autistic from russia

[@sjargo11]

Would love to see the boys story continued someday❤ will continue to watch your channel regardless.

[@lynettewhite4829]

love the story telling and Madame Frost

[@AppreciateGoodMessag]

Where is part 5? I have searched and can't find it.

[@PamelaSConleyArtist]

Whete’s part 5?

[@robscovell5951]

Found it!

[@PamelaSConleyArtist]

Part 5? Where?