This is what you could do...

Understand that I may say or do things that are unexpected.
Be patient and kind, don’t judge me.
Work with me to structure my day with the things that give me energy (strengths and interests).
Creating an environment that supports my needs allows everyone, including me, to thrive.
Support change constructively.
Respect my needs.

Understand that I express my feelings and thoughts in my own ways and at my own pace - embrace this as part of who I am.
Listen to the words I am using or what I am saying. Don’t read into the tone or my body language.
Learn to speak my “language” (how I like to communicate).
If you want to know how I am feeling, feel free to ask directly.
Understand that the way I respond may not reflect how I feel.
Understand that I experience emotions deeply, even if they might not be recognised or understood by others.

Spend time finding out about what my interests are.
Be patient as I may want to talk about my interests.
Be prepared to listen and show interest (or read).
Encourage me to engage in passion projects – things I am interested in.
Don’t expect me to be good at everything.
Pair me up with someone who has complimentary and different skills so we can learn from each other.
Understand that I can be productive with the right tools and strategies. I want to feel helpful and useful.

Some days may be better for me than others so be patient.
Try avoid the things that cause me distress.
If you are going to make changes to my routine, let me know and give me time to adjust to the changes in my own way.
Understand that I may need to take a break or step away.
Understand that I may be using strategies to cope with sensory overload like using headphones.
Let me set my own pace, some situations may be overwhelming.
Check in with me. I may benefit from having breaks.

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