Asher Walden

You are the authority over your own mind. No one could possibly understand your mind better than you do: no psychologist, priest, or politician. Experts may share techniques and strategies, offer guidance and wisdom. Accept whatever you can put to use. But never give anyone the power to override your own intuition, your own experience. For as long as I can remember, I was a mystery to myself, and a problem to be solved. I knew that I was different, but I didn't know how or why. Like...

I have been wrestling with the notion that ND (neurodivergent) and NT (neurotypical) people live under different sets of moral obligations. I have deep concerns about suggesting that different sets of rules apply to these two different segments of the human population, partly because I am still conflicted about whether, and to what extent humans should be sub-categorized separately. On the one hand, I am worried that clarifying and solidifying the lines will result in more prejudice,...

This isn’t exactly true, but it is the right way to think about it. You should live as though all that matters is your practice. You should organize your livelihood, your relationships, your physical and social environment, so that everything is maximally conducive to a peaceful and orderly way of life. All other needs must be met fully, but with minimum fuss and effort. The body must be healthy and balanced. Your feelings must be clear. Your desires and pleasures should be modest,...