Ahh, this all makes so much sense. I've often wondered why so many fans find it far easier to have empathy for Shauna versus Misty, and why they frequently bring up Shauna's lack of family details while again glossing over the fact that we know even less about Misty's family. In passing, I've thought to myself how I, perhaps unfortunately, relate the most to Misty, despite finding so many of her actions deplorable. I've also thought that she's probably on the spectrum, like myself, but I've never really connected the dots as you've done here. Which seems frankly absurd since I was diagnosed late in adulthood. I really enjoyed this take. It helps me realize how much I recognize Misty's intensity, desire to matter, and propensity for obsessive daydreaming. I've grown and matured greatly, and I'm not on her level of traumatized, nor am I ruthless... but I do feel strangely seen by her character, and a bit wounded (as in, it hits too close to home) when other viewers find something to like about every other girl EXCEPT her. Thanks for this! It gives me lots to ponder.
I’ve never watched the show, but your writing drew me in. I’m autistic, and as I was reading, before you mentioned autism, I kept muttering “this character they’re describing sounds autistic.” So, yeah. 🌝 I don’t think I’m watch the show, but I really enjoyed this. Thanks!
Ahh, this all makes so much sense. I've often wondered why so many fans find it far easier to have empathy for Shauna versus Misty, and why they frequently bring up Shauna's lack of family details while again glossing over the fact that we know even less about Misty's family. In passing, I've thought to myself how I, perhaps unfortunately, relate the most to Misty, despite finding so many of her actions deplorable. I've also thought that she's probably on the spectrum, like myself, but I've never really connected the dots as you've done here. Which seems frankly absurd since I was diagnosed late in adulthood. I really enjoyed this take. It helps me realize how much I recognize Misty's intensity, desire to matter, and propensity for obsessive daydreaming. I've grown and matured greatly, and I'm not on her level of traumatized, nor am I ruthless... but I do feel strangely seen by her character, and a bit wounded (as in, it hits too close to home) when other viewers find something to like about every other girl EXCEPT her. Thanks for this! It gives me lots to ponder.
I’ve never watched the show, but your writing drew me in. I’m autistic, and as I was reading, before you mentioned autism, I kept muttering “this character they’re describing sounds autistic.” So, yeah. 🌝 I don’t think I’m watch the show, but I really enjoyed this. Thanks!