Author: Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

Christa Holmans, an autistic self-advocate from Texas, runs the the internationally recognized neurodiversity lifestyle blog Neurodivergent Rebel. Neurodivergent Rebel opened her blog in 2016 as a way to introduce people unfamiliar with autism to neurodiversity. Her blog, which is sometimes released in written format and also via YouTube video, explores the ideology of neurodiversity and the creative expressions of autistic people. Holmans’ blog pushes for acceptance of neurological differences and respect for the autonomy of neurodivergent people. Holmans is also known as the pioneer of the #askingautistics hashtag, which is often accompanied by a short question about everyday autistic experiences. This simple hashtag connects neurodivergent people who would not otherwise have a reason to engage with each other to foster understanding of the autistic experience.

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Racism in America – An Autistic Perspective – “THIS is Not Okay!”

July 1, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

I saw a protest sign recently that said, “Racism is as American as Baseball” – its true, and THIS is NOT okay. Continue reading Racism in America – An Autistic Perspective – “THIS is Not Okay!”

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To JKR & TA #WeAreNOTConfused

June 11, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

What a time to be an autistic person who is gender nonconforming on the internet. Huh, right, right? #WeAreNotConfused Continue reading To JKR & TA #WeAreNOTConfused

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Autistic Mental Health – Neurodivergent Rebel with Haley Moss & Paul Austin

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

Hey everybody, this is Christa Holmans, Neurodivergent Rebel here and may is mental health awareness month. And however, you know, autistic mental health can differ from non-autistic mental health for a few reasons. And today I am back with Paul Austin, our resident “NT” and Haley Moss, who is the first openly autistic lawyer in Florida, to digest this issue. Continue reading Autistic Mental Health – Neurodivergent Rebel with Haley Moss & Paul Austin

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There are MANY Types of Intelligence – The Problem with IQ

May 15, 2020May 15, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

IQ doesn’t mean that you’re going to be able to get the best job or necessarily be successful in life. Continue reading There are MANY Types of Intelligence – The Problem with IQ

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Stimming & Autistic Movement – An Autistic Perspective (Live Video Replay w/Transcript & CC)

May 13, 2020May 12, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

If I am relaxed, I am just moving. It is my natural ebb and flow. Stimming is like breathing. It just happens and trying to be still is like holding my breath. Continue reading Stimming & Autistic Movement – An Autistic Perspective (Live Video Replay w/Transcript & CC)

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What is Autistic Burnout? What CAUSES Autistic Burnout?

May 4, 2020May 4, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

I don’t want to talk to anybody. I become total recluse. I have no energy. I become basically a zombie, like a hollow shell of myself, and I am just on autopilot. And basically in that burnout stage, I can manage to kind of keep my life coasting along, but I’m really only getting just the bare minimum things of life essentials done and life’s bare minimum. Continue reading What is Autistic Burnout? What CAUSES Autistic Burnout?

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Signs of Abusive People – An Autistic Guide to Detecting Manipulative & Abusive People

April 30, 2020April 29, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

Growing up, our parents teach us, ” sticks and stones will break your bones, but words can never hurt you.” But the mind games that these abusive people play really messes you up. – @NeuroRebel Continue reading Signs of Abusive People – An Autistic Guide to Detecting Manipulative & Abusive People

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Autistic Speech Patterns – Echolalia, Palilalia, & Verbal Stimming

April 27, 2020May 8, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

The minute I hear a new word, I instantly repeat it back out loud. I often don’t even realize I’ve done this… Continue reading Autistic Speech Patterns – Echolalia, Palilalia, & Verbal Stimming

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What IS Stimming? – All About Autistic Stimming (with examples & a word about self-harm & stims)

April 23, 2020May 8, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

I was so excited when I found out about stimming because I am a very, very stimmy autistic person and it was really great to learn more about something that has always been a very big part of my life. Continue reading What IS Stimming? – All About Autistic Stimming (with examples & a word about self-harm & stims)

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The Adulting Autistic Podcast – Adult Diagnosis, Stimming, Friendships, & More!

April 11, 2020 Christa Holmans - Neurodivergent Rebel

I recently had the extreme pleasure of being invited onto the Adulting Autistic Podcast. In this episode we talk about stimming, friendships as an autistic adult, life after an adult diagnosis, and more! Subscribe to the Adulting Autistic Podcast: Spotify … Continue reading The Adulting Autistic Podcast – Adult Diagnosis, Stimming, Friendships, & More!