Today I’m reflecting on a few of the conversations that unfolded in the Nook this week— one around family pride, and another around internalized ableism and self-appreciation.
As Autistic Pride Day approaches, I’ve been sitting with the concept of pride, and reflecting on my relationship to adoration, delight, and admiration. I’m also reflecting on how our current experiences of being experienced positively often trace back to early attachment experiences — how we were (or weren’t) adored, affirmed, or seen.
💬 Conversation Entry Points:
What has your experience been with delight, adoration, or pride?
Are there certain kinds of appreciation or affirmation that land more deeply for you? For example, does being adored feel different than being admired?
How do you relate to adoring or feeling proud of yourself? Are there moments when internalized ableism shows up in that relationship?
What parts of your neurodivergence that feel easier to delight in — and what parts feel harder to hold with co…
