Today’s episode explores autistic temporality, arguing that the common perception of autistic individuals as “late” or “delayed” stems from a linear, clock-based societal framework rather than any inherent deficit. The author of the source article, Dr. Jaime Hoerricks, posits that autistic time often operates recursively and non-linearly, allowing for deeper processing and understanding to emerge at its own pace. She advocates for “sovereignty” over one’s own rhythm, suggesting that this slowness is an ethical stance and a form of attention that is often misconstrued as dysfunction within typical institutional structures. Ultimately, Dr. Hoerricks champions a perspective where time is a lived landscape, experienced in seasons and meaningful openings rather than strict schedules.
Here’s the link to the source article: https://open.substack.com/pub/autside/p/it-takes-as-long-as-it-takesand-thats
Let me know what you think.
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