Why Does Life Have to Be So Hard

Hey everyone, Caleb here. Today I want to share some real talk about how life feels when you’re autistic and dealing with everyday challenges. No fluff, just honesty.

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Sometimes I stop and wonder why life has to be this hard. Why even the small stuff — like remembering to fill my pill organizer or take my meds — feels like climbing a mountain.

People say everyone struggles, and that’s true. But being autistic makes it feel like life is built on Hard Mode from the start. Every single thing takes energy: remembering steps, fighting executive dysfunction, dealing with sensory overwhelm, masking, trying to keep track of time and social cues. Even the simplest tasks can feel huge.

Do neurotypical people have it this hard? Maybe sometimes. Everyone has pain and stress. But the difference is, they don’t usually have to spend so much energy just to keep up with everyday life. The world was built for them. For us, it wasn’t — and that shows in the little cracks we trip over every day.

It doesn’t mean I’m weak. It means I’m carrying extra weight all the time. And sometimes, I get tired of carrying it.

But admitting that doesn’t make me a failure. It makes me honest. And maybe someone else out there feels this way too — and needs to hear they’re not alone.

Even when life is hard, I’m still here. Still trying. And maybe that’s enough.

Thanks for reading. If this resonates with you, you’re not alone. Keep fighting your quiet fight.