Another thing pissing me off this morning is fucking allistics thinking they need to teach me "manners"
So fucking what if I said hey instead of good morning. Don't fucking lecture me over it!
Allistic parents of autistic children need to understand that they can't make a "safe environment" for their kids unless they actually listen to what their kids want and need.
No, Karen, I'm not telling you to let them do everything they want, but try to find a consensus.
Many of us need routines and rituals, but it's important to let us choose or help choosing them; forcing a schedule upon your child doesn't help at all.
Also, give them the liberty to attempt to do things by themselves — if they can't do something then sure, go help them, but let them try first.
Sincerely,
A very tired autistic teen.