TL;DR: Completing thoughts can be challenging for many on the spectrum. Strategies like visual aids, journaling, discussing thoughts, structured exercises, and mindfulness can help.
Understanding and completing thoughts can indeed be challenging. Many of us on the spectrum experience similar "quasi-thoughts" or fragmented thinking. Here are a few strategies that have helped me:
1. Visual Aids: Using mind maps or visual diagrams can sometimes help connect fragmented thoughts into a cohesive whole.
2. Journaling: Writing down thoughts as they come, even if they're fragmented, can sometimes lead to clarity as you revisit and expand upon them.
3. Talking It Out: Discussing thoughts with a trusted friend or therapist can provide external feedback and help organize ideas.
You can even try an AI like ChatGPT.
4. Structured Thinking Exercises: Engaging in structured activities like puzzles, logic games, or brainstorming sessions can train the mind to organize thoughts more systematically.
5. Mindfulness and Relaxation: Practicing mindfulness techniques or relaxation exercises can reduce mental clutter and improve focus, aiding in completing thoughts.
Each person may find different methods more effective, so it's about finding what works best for you. You're not alone in this experience, and with patience and practice, completing thoughts can become more manageable.
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ADHD-I(diagnosed) ASD-HF(diagnosed)
RDOS scores - Aspie score 131/200 - neurotypical score 69/200 - very likely Aspie