Problem: Article: When your girlfriend asks you for input on a significant life decision, it shows that she trusts you and values your opinion. On the other hand, if she often makes substantial life decisions without asking your input, this could be a sign that she does not fully trust you or feels that your opinion is not valuable. Major decisions include, for example, a change in job or career path, a change in housing, or planning and executing a long-term vacation. If your girlfriend trusts you and values you as an important part of her life, she'll likely introduce you to her close friendsboth male and femaleand to her parents, siblings, and other family members. On the other hand, if your girlfriend keeps you away from the people in her life who matter most to her, you probably do not have her trust. Introductions to family members and close friends will generally take place within the first 6 months of a relationship. Don't expect your girlfriend to make these introductions within the first few weeks of being together. In any healthy relationship, respect and trust go hand in hand. It's nearly impossible to trust someone that you do not respect, and vice versa. If your girlfriend respects you, she'll treat you kindly and compassionately, ask about your day, and generally show that she enjoys being with you. These behaviors will indicate that she trusts you, as well. Respect, along with many other healthy emotional connections, works both ways. You need to show your girlfriend respect in order for her to develop respect for you also. It's a clear sign of mistrust if your girlfriend shows constant suspicion of your whereabouts, friendships with other women, or actions when you're not with her. If you're concerned by this type of behavior from your girlfriend, ask her about it calmly but directly. Signs of suspicion or a lack of trust can include: trying to unlock your phone or read your texts, reading your emails, following you when you're out with friends, or searching through your clothing or possessions. Say something like, "I noticed you reading through some of my texts and emails yesterday. I don't appreciate you doing that, and I hope I haven't given you a reason to be suspicious of me. Do you feel that you can't trust me?"
Summary: See if your girlfriend involves you in major decisions. Pay attention to who she introduces you to. See if your girlfriend treats you with respect. Be cautious if your girlfriend treats you with suspicion.

Problem: Article: (If you have no autistic friends, then go find some and come back.) Explain that you think you may be autistic, and that you're wondering if they've observed any signs of autism in you. They may ask you questions to better understand your experiences. Explain that you've been curious about your early childhood, and ask when you met different developmental milestones. It's normal for autistic children to hit their milestones late or out of order. See if they have any videos from your childhood that you could watch. Look for stimming and other signs of autism in children. Consider late childhood and teen milestones too, like learning to swim, ride a bike, cook, clean a bathroom, do laundry, and drive. Explain that when you read it, it reminded you of yourself. Ask if they also see similarities. They may point out things that you didn't realize about yourself. Keep in mind that no one understands what's going on inside your head. They do not see all the adjustments you make to appear more "normal," and thus might not realize that your brain works differently. Some autistic people can make friends and interact with people without anyone realizing that they are autistic. once you feel that you're ready. Consider seeing a specialist to get diagnosed. Many health insurance plans will cover various therapies, such as speech, occupational, and sensory integration therapy. A good therapist can help you improve your skills to best adapt to a neurotypical world.
Summary: Ask your autistic friends about it. Ask your parents or guardians about your developmental milestones. Show a close friend or family memberan article on signs of autism (such as this one). Talk to your family

Problem: Article: Tour guides work at parks, historic homes, sightseeing companies, cruise ships, and many other locations. Consider where you'd most enjoy working. Narrow your search to those types of positions. To get started, enter something like "Be a tour guide on a cruise ship to the Caribbean" into your favorite search engine. You can then browse through tour guiding jobs with different companies, job requirements, and salaries. In order to decide where you want to work, attend a variety of tours. Go to museums and historic homes in your area and book a tour on a sightseeing bus. Make note of the pros and cons of different kinds of tour guide jobs. You may need to space these tours out, as some could get expensive. Budget in one tour every two weeks or so. While you're looking for jobs, go on tours instead of going out to eat or doing other fun activities. Invite friends and family to take tours with you. They'll be able to share their likes and dislikes with you, which will help you be a better guide once you find a job. When you go on tours, be sure to bring a notebook with you to keep track of your thoughts about the experiences. You can refer back to these notes later if you're weighing different job offers. The notes may also help you develop your own tour guiding style. Many cities, countries, and regions have professional organizations of tour guides. These organizations help guides advance their careers and promote tour guiding as a positive aspect of international tourism. They can help you find educational opportunities, and they may point you in the direction of job openings. For more information and to find a list of associations located around the world, visit: http://www.beabetterguide.com/tour-guide-associations/. Travel agencies may partner up with local sightseeing companies for advertising. Take the brochures they keep in their office, and ask which companies they recommend to their clients most often. Contact the best companies using the information you find in the brochure and ask about openings. Be aware that travel agents may tell you they love a certain company if the two are in a partnership together, even if they know the company has some issues. Be sure to do your own research by going online or visiting the company's offices. Especially if you live in a big city or even a larger town, there are probably sightseeing companies right down the road from you. Get in touch with these companies via email or phone and ask whether they've got openings. These local opportunities could be a great place for you to start your career as a guide. You can also look online to see if the companies have open jobs, as many will list these positions on their websites. If you're hoping to become a tour guide to travel, this might not be your favorite option. Remember that doing work locally can help you build your resume and gain experience while staying in your comfort zone. You can always keep looking for travel-oriented jobs while you're working!
Summary:
Look online for a variety of job postings. Take tours to see which ones you like. Take notes to record your thoughts about different tours. Check out tour guide associations' websites. Visit your local travel agency to pick up brochures. Contact major sightseeing companies in your area.