I prefer to wear tagless shirts and seamless socks. I cut the tags out of my clothes and would rather go naked than wear wool. *

I wear anything that’s loose and flowy, like caftans. *

The thought of having to walk through the sand to get to the ocean or a lake can ruin the fun of a swim. *

Hugs even from those I'm close to can make me feel uncomfortable. *

When I’m in the car with other people, I’m always asking, “Can we turn down the radio volume?” *

The sound of a dripping faucet or a crack of sunlight coming in from around my shades can wake me out of the deepest sleep. *

Flickering lights — or even worse, strobe lights — send me over the edge. I’m instantly nauseous. *

I avoid walking through the perfume department at all costs. Scented candles — even the most subtle ones — bother me. *

I enjoy high-adrenaline activities. There’s nothing more thrilling than riding in the first car of a rollercoaster, except maybe riding my road bike at top speed and zip-lining from tree tops. *

When everyone else is sweating or shivering, I’m usually somewhere in the middle. *

Daily activities can be hard to do if I'm not able to see what I'm doing. I can’t get dressed or brush my teeth without looking in a mirror. I can’t find the seat belt in my car without twisting to see it. When I type on the keyboard, I have to look at what my fingers are doing. *

I could never be a waitress. I’m constantly bumping into things, knocking stuff over, and generally tripping over my own feet. *

My handwriting is illegible. I'm told I have "difficult-to-read" penmanship. *

I avoid public speaking. The bright spotlight, the possibility of falling off the stage, and the squawking mic make me very anxious. *

Being in a crowded elevator makes me want to break out and run. *

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