ASPIRE-Accepting Special People Into real Environments

ASPIRE-Accepting Special People Into real Environments LIGHTING THE WAY......A group to aide in the socialization and support of people with Autism/ASP burgers A.S.P.I.R.E.

is an akrinime for Accepting Special People Into REAL Environments. I was created to bring people with Autism/ ASPburgers together into group settings , so that the canfind that they are not alone. That there are people like themselves, with the same issues that they are facing on a daily basis.A safe place where they can find support,counciling, knowledge on issues relavent to their problems,interaction,and activities..all based on skill levels of the individuals.

09/18/2020

Hi everyone.. Just an acknowledgement... You are all holding up during the forced isolation of this pandemic!!! You are all just amazing at how many different ways you are using to keep yourselves from crisis!
I am dealing with my own demons lately. I have issues with Fall and Winter! I need ultra violet ( sun light)...if not I get depressed very easily!
Seeing Fall coming so swiftly..fills me with dread! To me the Fall season is not hibernation( as most see it), to me..it is watching all the beauty dying! The drying colored leaves of fall depresses me. Feeling the cooler temperatures on my skin is not welcome. Every day knowing that the Sun is getting farther away from the Earth is one day I have to work harder at keeping a smile on my face and in my heart.
Depression is hard for everyone...it is also different for everyone! No two people go through it or reacts to it..in the exact same way! What may work for you may not work for me and vise versa. I would love to hear your ideas on how you deal with you depression! We can not help everyone...but with your help... We might be ables to help each other!
Thank your for reading my friends!

06/06/2020

Hi friends! I know it has been awhile. You are all doing so well with this quarentine time.
I just want to take a moment to discuss misplaced anger and what to do with it. Everyone in America has been touched by the Rioting and violence that has been happening in the last week or so.
I am asking everyone who reads this to think about your anger. Can you relate to the peaceful demonstrators or those causing violence and termoil?
If you can be peaceful and non violent even when angry you are amazing! Those of you who are being violent ..please... Think first. Why hurt businesses who employ people just like you? Why make them lose their job..stopping them from feeding their families, paying rent, paying their bills..surviving? Why smash other people's vehicles. How will they get to work, take their kids to the doctor, go by groceries? This is thoughtless,.mindless, meanness! Put that anger into healthy channels. Set up peaceful demonstrations, help your neighbors, help strangers. Do a food drive or clothing drive...even call your government officials in you area. If you channel angry emotions into healthy ways that helps yourself and those around you.
You will be amazed how much better you feel and how much you can accomplish!! I know you are all amazing...I see it in the texts you send me! We need to treat all humans with kindness and respect!. Try it and text me how it goes! Live to all of you!

04/08/2020

Hi everyone. I know you are sick of hearing about social distancing...but I need to vent!
One of our members commited su***de yesterday. He didn't reach out, he shut himself away and all he had for comfort were his own demons! He never even said one word to the people that love him...who could help him. He left paranoia and fear be his only thoughts. Now I am not speaking badly of him...just stating facts. I love my friend and always will.
In this time of social distancing we must all pull together. Call each other...call family, friends, co workers...start a group. Walk around your neighborhood....check on elderly and shut ins. Make them feel that someone cares!
But most importantly... Remember people know and live you!!! You are not alone in your feeling...we are all feeling the pressure of isolation! If you have a skill...use it!!! Make masks for the police, fire Department, ambulance workers. Cook food for some of your neighbors. Make hand sanitizer for first responders, anything you can....
I know this is scarey...and if you are infected...stay home , watch tv, feel better, go to the hospital if needed. Whatever it takes to get you healthy. Then ...thank the powers that be and move forward. BY HELPING OTHERS WE HELP OURSELVES!
My Grandma used to say this alot. It took me years to know what that meant.
Everyone is dealing with crap. I am no exception. Just remember to reach out...someone is always here for you!

03/22/2020

Hey everyone! I know a lot of you are becoming anxious over event that are happening in our world right now. I am treating this as a Staycation. Cleaning , working on projects I have put off, getting a jump on candy making for easter. I am trying to keep life here at home as normal as possible. As some of you know I have an autistic brother. Routine and order keeps him calm. I am using the techniques I have used in the past to keep his life as normal as I can. We are doing projects, playing games( even boardgames and puzzels). Even watching our favorite old B- movies! Life is what you make it. You can live is anxiety, depression,& and anger over things you can not change... Or you can be realistic about what you can and can not do ... And live life as best you can...and count your blessings! Reach out to others over the phone, text, or email....you just might be a hero on someone's life. You are all amazing. Message me and let me know how everyone is doing! We are fine here!

03/05/2020

Hi guys! I hope everyone is doing fine! I am sorry that I haven't been responding to all of you. Just those that were in crisis.
I want to talj to you all about handling grief! The lost of a loved one. As always... I can only tell you my issues and hope it helps someone else.
I have 3 daughter in laws and my daughter has a fiance who is amazing.I love ALL my children!!! I have no favorites. I love them all the best I can... In different ways. Because no two children are the same!
My daughter in law passed away last week. We were estranged... But even estranged I never stopped loving my children.
To lose a loved one is truly beyond words painful...nothing stops you in your tracks faster then to have this happen.
I prayed...I hurt so bad I can't cry. Maybe in time...just not now.
For now I am keeping busy. Calling and texting my kids, grandaughter and my friends!
It is great to have a support system. I think in this situation it is the biggest blessing a person can have. I hope none of you have to deal with this. It is not a club anyone needs to be a part of. But if you are one of us and need to reach out....just text me...I am here for you!😢💙

11/23/2019

Hey everyone! Once again the Holidays are upon us! For most people that is a good thing but some of us struggle with these next few weeks... And that's totally ok!!!
No one says that you have to be Cheery, Happy,& Bright 24/7. You get tired, cranky, some get lonely , overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed! And it is ok to have this feelings...everyone has them.
The trick is ... Don't let these feelings consume you or take control over you or your life or your Holiday experience! Find things that you enjoy doing, finding social events, maybe volunteering somewhere! Play Santa, ring a bell for Salvation Army! Anything that makes you feel good and doesn't get you into trouble!
I personally like to go to a tree lighting and sing carolls , get hot cocoa, and watch Santa talk to kiddos! I also take my camera and take pictures of everything that catches my eye! It amazes me when I get home just how many amazing things I have seen and been a part of!
Every morning when I get up, I start by telling myself I will make this day the best I can and be the best me I can be! I know it sounds corny..but it works for me! I try to be there for my family, friends,& neighbors. I volunteer if and where I can. These are things that help me! I hope they help you as well! As always...if you need to talk pm me...no open forem!

08/27/2019

Hello everyone! I hope you are all having an amazing Summer! Mine is going good! Thank you to those who have asked!.
Today I am going out of my comfort zone. Out of my box. Usually I only talk about what I experienced myself ...but I have to speak out on behalf of a cherished friend.
My friend has themself shut tight into a box and have it duct taped so tight that they can't hear or see any opinion but their own! Which has become mangled and twisted from bouncing around that small wee box! Listening to only one opinion with no feedback from others only gives you a warped and twisted ideal.
My friend is a Homosexual, but thinks it is a sickness...an illness! My friend is to the point where they rarely leave the house, refuses to get a job or higher education, has lil to no friends, and social media is basically the only contact they have with the outside world!
As all of you know I do not judge a person. As long as you are kind to me I am kind in return. Several of us have had some tough hard roads together!
I need to get it through my friends head...that they aren't sick! That they are a normal healthy person! They need to get off the couch, get a shower, go find a job...one that could turn into a career( or one that could pay for education toward a career)! Being Homosexual is not a disability!!!! It is like being born with brown hair or blue eyes! You are how you are...Embrace who you are! Be a positive force in the world! Do good things! To all my friends on this page...thank you for bearing with me...I hope this was helpful to my friend and others!

06/20/2019

Hi Everyone! I hope you are all doing well and weathering these storms!
Today I would like to talk to you about a very important topic!
YOURSELF!!!!
As always I can only give you my point of view. If it helps you.... Wonderful!!! If not...please keep looking for what works for you..never stop trying!
Your Body and Your Mind belong to YOU and YOU ALONE!!! Not one single person on this big Blue Planet has the Right to watch it, touch it, smack it, slap, stare at it, yell at it, shame it, abuse it , or break it in any way shape or form!!!
YOU are the ONLY person who can give permission to others access to your mind and body! Be very discreet in who you choose to share yourself with. Not eveyone will want you for a real realtionship....some people just want what they can get, some are just warpped and twisted,,some are in it for the chase, some are hunters & abusers,and some are the real deal!!!
Be aware that friends and family members may have issues you may not be aware of.
Keep your body and mind private! Share only things that you will not regret strangers knowing! Be prepared for those who try to take what you are not will to share.
Remember you are a stronger person both mentally and physically than you think you are! And I am always here as your back up!
Have a great day my friends! Stay strong!

06/02/2019

Hi Everyone! I know I have been MIA for a while...but for those of you who needed me I have only been a PM away! As always!
I have been dealing with my own issues. Yes I have them too! Financial issues, Family problems, money problems, car problems! Yup..when it rains it pours!!!
And yes it gets you down! When you don't have the money to do what needs done, or fix what needs fixing, or decide between medications and food! It feels like there is no one on your side! And BELIEVE ME.... Being the one who is alwys there for everyone... And feeling like that myself...I KNOW it is justa feeling that will pass! There are ways to work around each problem! Just try to stay calm . If need be, talk to a family member or friend for help. Talk to agencies or churches. They are also good at advising people in need.
Never let what is going wrong in your life be all consuming! The hurt, anger, all the bad emotions that are connected to what issues are happening are connected to the present moment. Once the present issues are resolved try to let the emotions attached to those issues fade with those issues.
I am not saying if you lossed a loved one not grieve for them....but...do not lose yourself in that grief! Live for both you and the person you lost! If it was financial..learn to be a money saver, (even if it is just samall amounts). These are things I am trying to say!
Turn your upsets into positives. Help others as others have helped you! And always know that I am here.
Keep up the good work my Friends! Have a Great Summer!

01/27/2019

Hey everyone! It is nice to see everyone is being busy and moving forward!
I have been seeing that a few of you are getting restless and moody. Don't get freaked out...it is just the weather!!!
Don't let the cold weather and gloomy skies get into your heads! Just 9 more weeks and the weather will start to change, the sky will get brighter, the birds will sing... Even the breezes will be nicer!
Until then...find things to keep you occupied and your mind off of the cold! Have you cleaned out those dresser drawers lately?? How about reorganize thos shelves and cupboards??? Bedrooms need rearranging?? Now might be just the time!!!
How about now that you rearranged your house...invite some friends over for a game/movie night?? Or even a sleep over....adults can build tents in the livingroom and binge watch their favorite cartonns/ anime/ shows too!!!
Fun is fun...just don't have so much I see it posted on the police pages!!!
But please message me a few pics so I can see some of the cool ways my friends are enjoying their Winter!

10/04/2018

Hi everyone! Welcome to October! Thank you all for your feedback! We are growing as a group!
Today I want to talk about misunderstandings and how to avoid them.
Again...I can only give MY opinion on this...my method after trial and error.
First of all.. You have to realise that not every thing can be prevented from being misunderstood. Either you did not speak correctly, the other party did not listen correctly, or the other party just chose not to comprehend the words you were saying!!
For the most part I try to be very direct. I try to always say exactly what I mean...and mean what I say! I do not lie and I do not lead people to believe something that could or could not be true. If I do not know...I simply say...I DO NOT KNOW or I HAVE NO ANSWER TO THAT!
You can not give a truthful answer if you do not know the facts!
Do not take blame if you did nothing wrong...but except responsibility if you did do something wrong. Do not allow someone to take the blame and suffer for your wrong doing!
Don't lead someone on just to get things...if you know you have no future with them..tell them so and let them go...it is the kindest thing you can do!
To cling to someone for what you can get is selfish and shallow...go out and earn your own money and buy your own things...the knowledge that you can support yourself is an awesome feeling!
Never try to make someone feel less to make yourself feel superior....
It is a losing game. You will feel worse in the end.
Build yourself up. Learn new things as often as possible! Fun things, fact things...whatever you are into!
Build others up as well. Tell your friends, neighbors, co workers that they look nice, you like their hat or shoes, their yard...whatever! Smile at strangers.
Be blunt in your conversations if you have to. Some people will try to manipulate you. Do not let people push you where you do not wish to be. If you feel frustrated...walk away , hang up, go off line...however you are dealing with these people.
In my case....I say exactly what I mean. I am polite but firm. If people deliberately misread my intentions then they are not in my life for long. Drama is not in my vocabulary.
I tell you this....because of an incident in my own life. I spoke 3 times. I said the exact same thing 3 times and yet a person CHOSE to twist my words and attempt to make me think I said something different. To make ME feel like a bad person or less of a person because things did not go the way they wanted. THAT is MANIPULATION!! It is cruel and wrong! Not one single person has the right to do that to you. But guess what!! No one can manipulate you ...unless YOU allow them too! That's right... You can stop them dead in their tracks...just like I did! Just tell them...no that is NOT what I said. Those wete NOT my words. I REFUSE to do this!
You are the boss of your heart, your mind, your body,& your soul! Only YOU get to make choices that involve YOU!!!
Manipulating is a form of bullying! Do not tolerate it my friends! Peace & love!

09/17/2018

Hi everyone! I am so happy with the progress some of you are accomplishing! You are succeeding on your own! I am very proud of you!
I do want to talk about Depression. About not thinking you are good enough , or smart enough, or good looking enough,or thin enough! I used to feel like that ...every single second of every single day of my life!!
But I changed my self, my mindset, my way of seeing life and myself...even the world around me.
First I accessed all the Good & Bad things about myself...truthfully, HONESTLY, openly!
Second I. Acknowledged everything..good and bad...even the so so stuff!
Third I kept the Good, worked on the so so.....and here is the hard part faced up to, admitted my faults...fixed what I could...and FORGAVE MYSELF!!! I forgave others for their misdeeds in the past...no matter how bad(and there was some awful crap)...I left it all go!!!
Every single day I wake up it is a new beginning! Everyday is one more chance to be better than the day before! Each morning I say..."it is gonna be a great day" even before I get out of bed! I smile at anyone who looks like they need a smile! I complement people on their clothes, or shoes, or hats, or vehicles!
It might be the only happy thing that has happened to them all day, or week, or month! By being kind you could save a depressed person's life...and it helps you get a handle on your own!
It isn't wrong to do nice things for people. It is a dying are that nerds to be brought back. If you have older eople around you...help them...for free!!! Talk to them...become friends with them!!!you will be surprised what you learn and how good you feel helping other people...for no reason other than just doing it!!!
Just enjoy who you are!! Look into your eyes and see the person behind the shadows!!! If you smile every time you look at yourself...pretty soon you wont have to force that smile...because you will like who you see! I believe in all of you!
Have a great week my friends!!!

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