Quotes

When I think of past famous people, I think of quotes… things they’ve said that people have put into books or just continue to share. For the most part, that’s all that is left of these famous people. Motivational, inspirational, wise, etc. things that they’ve said that endure the test of time long after they’re gone.

Now, it may be selfish of me to say it but… I want that. I am not rich, nor famous, nor powerful. I have no lasting impression to leave and no way to make a mark on the world. I would love to be remembered for having made a difference in the world, especially in the world of Autism. But the sad reality is that once I’m gone, family and friends will miss me but that’ll be that.

So it got me to thinking, what do I have to contribute if not money or knowledge? Well, I can write a decent quote, it turns out. At least, that’s what I’m told. And since it’s not usually the charitable work or amazing things that people have done that get them remembered by the vast majority of the people, it’s their quotes, then maybe I can do that too.

Maybe one day, way off in the future, someone will happen upon something I said once and they’ll share it. And even though I will no longer be around, I will not have been forgotten. My words may just touch someone and help them feel a little better, a little wiser or maybe just put a smile on their face.

Yes, it is selfish of me to want that. But it’s all I have to give when I think to the future. And so, I write, and I record the things I say. Maybe one day, it’ll be worth it. I hope you like them.

Below I’ve put together a list of them… some are by others, I’ve put their name in if it is. The rest truly are from me.

• “Forget the shoes, forget the mile long walk... just stop judging each other.”
by Stuart Duncan
• “While fighting for acceptance, we must remember that our own self worth is not determined by whether or not we get it.”
by Stuart Duncan
• “Autism; It's not new just because you haven't heard of it until now.”
by Stuart Duncan
• “Most autistics aren't naturally gifted. They just work so hard at what they love that it seems like they are.”
by Stuart Duncan
• “Autistics want the same things as anyone else such as independence, equality, acceptance and bacon.”
by Stuart Duncan
• “Contrary to popular opinion, you can understand a differing opinion and accept a person for having it without needing to hate them.”
by Stuart Duncan
• “If you get a full night sleep and wake up tired, you've been having to be strong for too long.”
by Stuart Duncan
• “It's doubt and worry that will make your fears come true.
It's confidence and determination that will make your dreams come true.”
by Stuart Duncan
• “Autism changes how you see the world. If you're lucky and willing, you'll meet an autistic that can teach you how to see it differently too.”
by Stuart Duncan
• “Being different is something we should strive for… not be bullied for.”
by Stuart Duncan

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