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[–] asukii@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Online shopping my beloved

Unless it's for clothing, cause then I need to feel the fabric texture first (unless the online store has a really good return policy and I can just ship most of it back)

[–] BackOnMyBS@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

yes! texture is also my primary criterion when choosing clothes. however, I might be okay with risking buying a shirt online depending on their return policy. I've committed to leaving reviews regarding the feel on clothes I buy. Something like, "Autism texture sensory approved. Feels like a loving mom telling you everything is okay."

[–] zxo@sopuli.xyz 4 points 1 year ago

Seriously though, sometimes the music pisses me off so much at restaurants and whatnot. I'm not really that interested in random songs playing so loud that I can't hear myself talk while I go places! I'd just rather stay home or go outside instead.

[–] sandblast@lemmy.one 3 points 1 year ago

I'm not autistic but I still dissociate in shopping malls. So many fragrances, logos, commotion. Sensory overload!

[–] VoidCrow@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

God fr every time I get so excited to go to the mall with friends because woag!! Lots of cool stuff everywhere !! Then boom overstimulated 😔

[–] Ace_Addams@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago