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It was only the comment by cjniya that brought me back to your blog.
I’m now 74 and I’ve been working very hard recently to ‘complete’ something of the journey of my life, but I do find myself wondering how often we try to do things in our own strength – doing things which seem to be right and then asking God to bless it.
I know that you are a psychologist. I have realised for many years that I was an introvert but it was in the summer of last year that I came to realise as a result of an online questionnaire that I have lived with Aspergers Syndrome all my life. That for me was an exciting discovery because it helped to make sense of so many things that I had always been doing – and how I couldn’t make friends partly because of an inability to make eye contact.
Much has changed over the last year and I recently wrote something on my web site explaining the impact that AS has had on my life.
I realise that as someone completely outside the walls of traditional church that I have what some consider to be some heretical beliefs. But after your own wilderness experience I wonder whether you would like to share some of your thoughts on the journey that I have tried to describe.
Pete, I’m sorry I’ve neglected you! School seems to be getting in the way but I’m back for the time being. I think it’s so refreshing to know that you’re okay in Christ, that his love envelops you no matter where the journey takes you.
Just to clarify, I’m about two and a half years away from meeting psychologist requirements but I am a counselor with a masters degree. And what I’ve discovered is that whether or not we experience the world as an introvert, extrovert, or have Aspergers we are who we are. What is heretical is failing to love and accept others in whatever situation they’re in. In my experience, learning about our tendencies or even the discovery of AS can be incredibly freeing. As a believer I think it’s wonderful that we can welcome God in to that space. And he loves us where we are, no questions asked. I think it’s that love that is transforming.
I’m thrilled that you may be gaining some insight to yourself over your life-span. That kind of freedom and understanding must be refreshing. I wish you the best brother, Jeff.