Things I Will Never Apologize For

I spent years apologizing for existing in a way that made NTs uncomfortable. That's over. Here's what I'm done saying sorry for:

Infodumping You got 20 minutes of free, highly specialized knowledge. You're WELCOME.

Needing the plan in advance I'm not "inflexible." I'm prepared. Spontaneity is just poor planning dressed up as a personality trait.

Leaving early I came. I participated. My battery hit red. Staying would make it worse for everyone.

Asking clarifying questions I'm making sure I do this CORRECTLY. Would you prefer I guess and get it wrong?

Not masking well enough for you My face, my stims, my tone—they're not a performance for your comfort.

Having "too much" knowledge about something Sorry my depth intimidates your breadth.

Needing recovery time after socializing Extroversion is not the default. I'm not broken for needing solitude.

Being direct I said what I meant. The lack of fluff is a feature, not a bug.

Eating the same meal repeatedly It's good. It's safe. It's efficient. Why fix what works?

The bottom line: These aren't flaws. They're features. And I'm done treating them like defects that need management.