What's It Like Living With Autism? [CC]

What is it like living with autism? Well in this video, I talk about being autistic from my point of view and how it influences my life. Living with autism can be challenging but it can be very rewarding as well. I actually made this video for my local police services as a way of raising autism awareness to officers in the community. But I hope that this video can be shared to other professionals in other industries. But what's it like living with autism? Well I hope to answer this in the video, enjoy!
NOTE: This video is only based on my experiences of being autistic with autism spectrum disorder. You may relate to some of these things, you may not. But this doesn't mean that my experiences or your experiences are not valid.
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Hello indie people, I'm Andy and I have autism spectrum disorder This channel is focused on raising autism awareness & acceptance of autism. To try and change attitudes towards autism, to educate people about autism for those who are new to the autism world.
I make video on autism from my perspective as an autistic adult. Sharing my autism experiences to help other autistic people and autism families to improve understanding of autism.
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Music used in the end of the video: I've Seen by Dyalla
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[@meagain1112]

Thank you for explaining your way of empathizing. My son is autistic and even though he doesn’t tell me, I see how empathetic and emotional he is. When I’m sick, he will lay beside me in bed most of the day and cuddle me. When I’m sad he will do something to make me laugh. When I’m mad/upset he does something to make me laugh. It’s the little ways he shows me that really mean the most. He is my everything. Thank you. Love your channel!

[@zerofeedback7533]

"I sometimes may not understand jokes", well, you made a good joke right before that :) I am a psychology student, your videos are very helpful. Thank you

[@IndieAndy]

Aww I think it's different when you make jokes because you know in yourself the context. It's harder to get when others make jokes as it's not always clear 😊

[@ToxicAvengerCleanYourMind]

@@IndieAndy Plus not everyone is good at making jokes

[@Hatman]

I think you just broke through another barrier in terms of both on camera performance and editing... I remember, back in the day, when you were just a wee youtuber. My, haven't you come on. Awesome work dude!

[@IndieAndy]

Aww dude this comment is one of those comments that makes me think "Shit I have come quite along way hasn't I?". I guess I'm abit of a better KZbinr these days but still got along way to go :D Thank you so much my friend!

[@SezFrancis1]

Great video, Andy; I loved your perspective and views on Autism. You certainly have a very strong 💪 voice for making differences. 🦋✨

[@IndieAndy]

Aww wow thank you so much Sez! Well I don't think one person can change much, it takes alot of people to make any form of difference. Which I hope others will get on board with! :)

[@Somnia07]

I love your video. I'm autistic and I love your video and it's awareness.

[@ExploringDiaries]

That was expressed rather beautifully. Simple, effective & meaningful. Maybe because, you've shared a story that you are living which makes it more impactful and provides a perspective for the world to build empathy. The point about understanding & being less judgmental is something we should practice in general regardless of autism or not. But most importantly in this videos context, you have delivered a beautiful message and just for that honest effort & a will to share your story here on KZbin is commendable. Much love & best wishes. Cheers, Andy. ~ Amyth

[@IndieAndy]

Aww wow thank you so much for the comment. Yeah judgements and understanding are something we should all be doing I fully agree with you there. Hopefully with enough advocacy some good can come from it. Fully appreciate you watching the video & be sure to subscribe if you haven't already for more videos 👍 Hope you have a great day!

[@whitetigergaming9465]

Im new and im autistic to, im having a hard time at school and having kids at school bulling me and have autism makes it hard to explain stuff

[@IndieAndy]

Hi there, it's nice to meet you! School is really tough and definitely relate to this as I struggle at school. Just people not getting me or understanding the way I did things. I am sorry that you are going through this but all I can say is that it does get better. The people that you bullying you may be going through things themselves hence why they lash out. In no way do I think that's rights though. But once you are out of school then you don't have to think about those people and do your own thing!

[@whitetigergaming9465]

@@IndieAndy thank you for helping me you are very nice have a good day!

[@IndieAndy]

Aww always happy to help when I can! 👍

[@crimsonfilms7710]

I love hearing your insight!!

[@IndieAndy]

Ooh well thank you my dude!

[@robtodd444]

Hi Andy, fellow northerner here, my 5 year old son's autistic, and funnily enough his name's Andrew! Just wanted to say I really like your video and to keep up the good work with raising awareness and helping others to better understand autism. 👍🙂

[@IndieAndy]

Hi Rob! Haha funny coincidence indeed! Well I'm glad that this helped and hope you and your Andrew are doing well 👍

[@AspieAnswers]

Great video as always. Keep it up. Great explanation for this as we know that it is never easy. We just need people to be patient and understand where we are or what we are going through. I feel same in some situations. You done really well with this and l wish you all the best for your channel and your future.

[@IndieAndy]

AWw thank you Kerrin :)

[@AspieAnswers]

Anytime. I am humbled and blessed to support others that are in my community. :D

[@JadeDRail]

I am like that with change too! It doesn't even have to be a negative change. It can be a neutral or positive change and I'll kind of freak out. From what I have seen online, you have a wonderful personality and I wouldn't change you either. :)

[@IndieAndy]

Aww thank you so much Jade :) It's just a lot to take on but nevermind!

[@saintrighteous8416]

I like the creative side of my autism

[@colinrussell3592]

Thanks for this video!

[@IndieAndy]

Aww no worries Colin 😊

[@darrealms]

This is very insightful. Thanks for sharing this with me. 💕💕💕 I’m open to watching so many more of your videos!!! New sub!

[@IndieAndy]

Aww thanks dude! Hopefully you can take more stuff away from the channel 👍

[@vivekchalasani]

I was diagnosed with autism a few months ago as a 17 year old. The first time i was even aware of what autism was; was when i went to the mental hospital for the first time and some girl asked me "are you on the spectrum". I literally had no idea what she meant so i asked her and she clarified "autism spectrum". I honestly felt so insulted at the time, because i have a very high cognitive ability and was actually a math prodigy when i was younger, and in my head i always thought the reason i didn't interact with people was because I was too "smart" for them, which is of course utter bull, but it was a necessary delusion that got me through school. I am kind of just rambling at this point, so fast forward to the present, where i am still struggling with the idea that i am autistic, but i now realize i can still have a social life.

[@Djdeshmusiq]

Thank you for this video I’m dating someone with autism and this taught me a lot.

[@EvelynJoy]

I just subscribed! My toddler is autistic. I appreciate your perspective! Thank you! :)

[@joelbracamontes6339]

Great video!

[@MrAdriancooke]

I wish I could be more positive about autism seeing as I'm stuck with it

[@tallbeauty]

Thank you for this.

[@georgiaconnelly.5540]

Yea Andy everything u are saying I feel the same way.

[@drhust1955]

Heartwarming video Thanks!

[@IndieAndy]

Aww thank you so much! Be sure to check out the rest of my videos.

[@BlueIris92]

What a great, informative video! 😄 Well done 💙

[@IndieAndy]

Oooh thank you so much Iris :)

[@BlueIris92]

@@IndieAndy You're most welcome 😉😊

[@assassin1756]

I have autism but for whatever reason I did not see my self with it since the day I found out I did

[@georgiaconnelly.5540]

1:53 I feel the same way.

[@georgiaconnelly.5540]

Yea same with me.

[@miriamstephens8695]

Very good program Thank you

[@stevenmckinney4200]

Hi Andy. Good to know there are other ASDs in Indy. I haven’t run into any others. I’ve been thinking it would be nice to put together some meetups to discuss and compare notes. What do you think?

[@IndieAndy]

Hi Steven, if you want to get in touch, my e-mail and social media pages are in the description box. Thanks

[@erisusilva288]

I can actually relate with this. But I didn’t knew that I had autism till last year. I’ve been growing up knowing that I had or have adhd and add my whole life…

[@alancharlesstephens7036]

Wye Aye Andy Man my name Alan from South Wales. When growing up through school, I was in special needs, and during my time in school, to the time I left I was always hiding my special needs. And it was only through a friend through school, who was in the same classes, who shone light on things, that things were brought more to my attention. And in the last year where I work as a cleaner, my co worker brought to my attention, that I may have Aspergers? Whilst watching your videos, and others like yourself has brought to light things until now was, totally at odds with, things like masking, and repetitive routines. I am still yet to receive an official diagnosis, I am 45, and I have been to see the mental health nurse, but at this moment I find them to be quite condesending, but I still plan on following things up, despite this crazy bat shit, that's going on

[@ksmart1235]

I'm autistic too

[@swaizielauzon6411]

I have autism I love your videos

[@IndieAndy]

Aww thank you so much :)

[@le1918]

Your eyes are beautiful

[@teegancaftingchannel6938]

I'm autistic and I have adhd to and also have Psoriasis and also have Sonia

[@teegancaftingchannel6938]

Omg I'm crying right a KZbinr never ❤️ my comment before you made my day :)

[@IndieAndy]

Aww gosh that's great to hear!

[@DiceDecides]

Sounds tough, great vid

[@IndieAndy]

Hmm to be fair dude life is tough. However we just get by somehow and can still do stuff. But doing stuff like this to highlight some of the problems is just as important as anything 😊

[@lucashenson1729]

Get in north east what city

[@IndieAndy]

Newcastle

[@AutismfamilyJC]

i yie yie

[@conmangamer]

I'm making a toy film it's a jurassic park toy film I have one of the carters has Autism it will be redled in September I'm still filming my movie I just follow ed you on Instagram I post pictures of my trips and of my boat and of the beaches I go to

[@aspiewithattitude3213]

This is another "Aspie With Attitude".

[@IndieAndy]

Heck yeah!

[@user-qs8lp7hb9t]

i forgot when i was diagnosed with everything i have autism and ocd and anger all that its rlly hard in school cuz no one plays with me and sometimes i sit alone but i'm going to yr 5 this yr so i might bring fidgets to school to calm down and that what do u think?

[@conmangamer]

you have the best videos , today wendsday may 15th best day ever i made my crush Sarah very happy she sed her day was bad and she was getting carky emals form people and i give her the brasslt i made her she was so happy and i got a hug , and i shwo her my trvale log book , i have cursh on her she a kind human she is butlfle inside and out side . im going to do a go fond me viedo im doing a 5k marathon cold the blue nose marathon im going to try to get peple on youtube to fond me the pordies go to the culb inclson i love going there its a good place for peple with a dissblty even if you have autism like me and you , and today i did not even get a text messge tat was snet to me to mad beace i thot abut that i made 3 peple happy today and i forgot abut the text of some one saying to me you dote look austic i like haveing austim and being with Sarah i love that beace she assps me and she semles like flowers i like the smill of folwers , , i just wonted to tell you i had good day , and i wont to misson you in my next news viedo to have peple sub to you , you are good at KZbin :) and im glad that i came out of my sell to tell you who makes me happy :) you one of the peple that makes me happy i know i did not meat you in person but your viedos make me happy :)

[@IndieAndy]

Aww well I'm glad you had a good day & hope you and your friend are well 😁

[@conmangamer]

@@IndieAndy we are well I in a play today and I'm going to get in a photo with Sarah I love hugging Sarah she really kind to me