Josey Pickering
Bio
Autistic, non-binary, queer horror nerd with a lot to say.
Stories (252/0)
The Kindness of Others
I spent years being too afraid to ask for help. I would worry about the judgement, worry about people talking behind my backs and making up stories about me. I was afraid of being seen as a liar and so many other things. In the past, at my lowest of lows, I didn’t ask for the help I needed and just let myself suffer, even at the hands of people who helped me before.
By Josey Pickering2 years ago in Humans
It’s not the “Big Stall” it’s the Disabled Stall
I have mixed mobility. Depending on the day, I may be able to walk more. However, if I walk too much or push myself too hard, I may be paying for it for days or weeks. This is why I prefer to use mobility aides to help me when I’m out and about in the world. When using the bathroom, I have my wife assist me so I don't fall and with any other needs I may have. It's usually a pretty solid system for us...until it comes to other human beings.
By Josey Pickering2 years ago in Humans
Embracing the Disney kid in Me
Disney Adults tend to get a bad wrap. That's not to say there aren't Disney adults who can be obnoxious, but there's obnoxious people in every group of people, and certainly in every fandom. When I find myself getting annoyed at someone for how strongly they love something, I try and remind myself that you never truly know why something means something to someone. Also, what does it matter what brings someone joy, as long as it isn't hurting anyone?
By Josey Pickering2 years ago in Geeks