Going to the Store & Dealing with the Maddening Crowds

It's Autumn. Autism is high. Hypersensitivity is constantly teetering on overload. Managing functionality by prioritizing what needs to be done and what can wait. That decision aline is stressful.

I found myself shopping at the nearby store amidst a chaotic throng of congested aisles and coughing peoples. The way through the madness was to pretend I was alone. I imagined the others just disappeared.

It was like I put up a 6 inch shield and stepped more inside of myself. The protective, invisible cocoon allowed me to pick up and purchase the necessary items. My imagination felt strong, protective and necessary. Cause I just couldn't deal.

Too many people. Too crowded. Too much.

Done.

Staying indoors or in the wide open out of doors.

Not feeling peopley these days.

Building shields. Staying away.