Hi everyone, I’m here again…

SPOILER WARNING for The Heart Principle

Tw: serious mental health stuff

As per the recommendations on my last post, I have read The Heart Principle and i have been trying to recover from it emotionally for three days now.

Don’t get me wrong, I adored the book. It’s a 6 out of 5 stars for me… however, I AM Anna.

I too was diagnosed with autism in adulthood. I too grew up in a family of high achievers and was blamed for a lot of my autistic traits. My family is trying but it’s still a very difficult work in progress.

I too dated my Julian and let him abuse me, use me sexually and take the blame for being “too difficult”. I too had to learn how to say no and it is still not easy. I too needed to find my Quan to understand realize how badly I was treated and to learn that I deserve compassion and kindness.

I too experienced autistic burn out, in fact, I am currently back at my parents’ as I just had to drop out of university. I too am struggling with suicidal ideation and slowly recovering from the whole ordeal.

The book was just a little too real but I am glad I have read it now. Although it was something of an emotional gutpunch, it made me feel a lot less alone. I have also asked my wonderful boyfriend to read it as it explains what I am going through better than I ever could . Thank you all for the recommendation and for being such an amazing community. You guys rock!