>when we in the rare state of so-called flow we perform well. Usually above average. I would say this is part of the so called "superpower" that autism provide

>when we in the rare state of so-called flow we perform well. Usually above average. I would say this is part of the so called "superpower" that autism provides. Once a subject becomes interesting enough to allow for flow, the associated hyperfocus facilitates hours of intense, deep work. The downside is that most subjects are not remotely engaging. I liken autism to a very narrow, but large Q factor (resonance). Most subjects are uninteresting, but when something does resonate, the interest is engrossing and intense. So life can easily become a monotony punctuated by moments of passion. I also may be describing ADHD to some extent.