This read was enlightening and insightful after I learned I was autistic as an adult. It helped me focus on finding a partner that fits my brain rather than trying to make it work with a poor fit.
Yeah, I definitely need my partner to be OK just existing with me. Especially living with someone. Im at home to decompress and regenerate. Constant need for interaction is super draining.
Looking at the parallel play icon reminds me of the day when I knew that my husband was the one. We were sitting in his apartment, each reading our own book while sharing a bag of candy, and I realized how perfectly happy I was that we could spend time together that way.