A happy Lyric, in their RV, wearing a black outfit, including a black tank top that says “refusing assimilation into Neurotypical society - NeuroDivergent Rebel.

Stop Telling Me My Autism Isn’t ‘Real’: Late Diagnosis Doesn’t Mean ‘Autism Lite’

Stop Speaking Over Autistic Adults – Autism Isn’t a Tragedy (But the Lies I Believed About Myself Were): They Blamed Me. They Shamed Me. Then I Discovered I Was Autistic – And It Wasn’t My Fault.
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Lyric, posing, happily in their RV, wearing a black shirt that says “You can’t erase us” in trans pride flag colors. They are also wearing black pants. The shirt is from Stevie Bees.

Trump’s Dangerous Due Process Double Standard—Why It Could Strip Your (or Anyone’s) Rights Next

Due process means the government must follow explicit rules before taking away someone’s rights, property, or freedom. It is supposed to act as a shield, protecting people from unfair treatment (by ensuring they get notice and a chance to defend themselves against accusations).

Some examples of where people are entitled to due process include (but are not limited to) a police officer arresting a suspect, a person being removed from the country, or a judge sentencing a criminal once convicted.

When universally applied, due process acts as a powerful deterrent against abuses of power and is a key tool needed for upholding justice.

If we don’t provide everyone with due process, anyone could be easily punished or jailed (without evidence or an opportunity to share their side of things). Continue reading Trump’s Dangerous Due Process Double Standard—Why It Could Strip Your (or Anyone’s) Rights Next

TikTok’s Return: A Government Plot or a False Hope? The Oligarchy’s War on Free Speech – TikTok, Trump, and What’s Really Going On

Is TikTok’s Return Just a Distraction? From TikTok Ban to Censorship: The Rise of Digital Authoritarianism in America & How the US Government’s War on TikTok is Just the Beginning
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The Fear That Keeps Me Up at Night: Inauguration Day, the TikTok Ban, and the Future of America Under President Trump

Since the election results were announced over the past few weeks, I’ve felt an impending sense of dread, worried over all the “promises” 47 has made to do great harm to many people I care about (and people like me).

It’s like watching a train crash slowly while powerless to stop the inevitable damage resulting from its impact. Continue reading The Fear That Keeps Me Up at Night: Inauguration Day, the TikTok Ban, and the Future of America Under President Trump

Learning I was NeuroDivergent at 29: Do I wish I could have found out sooner? No! And here’s why….

Once I finally received my Autism diagnosis, I had many mixed feelings. On one hand, the Autism diagnosis brought a sense of relief, validating many of my lived experiences. It was a moment of profound understanding and acknowledgment. Yet, simultaneously, … Continue reading Learning I was NeuroDivergent at 29: Do I wish I could have found out sooner? No! And here’s why….

NeuroDiversity as a Tool for Unlocking Compassion (for the Self and Others)

Discovering the truth about my mind and the concept of NeuroDiversity was a transformative journey that empowered me in countless ways. The most significant impact was the newfound clarity that came with this awareness, shaping my compassion for myself and … Continue reading NeuroDiversity as a Tool for Unlocking Compassion (for the Self and Others)

NeuroDiversity, the Medical Model, the Social Model, & Is NeuroDivergence a Disability?

Some NeuroDivergent characteristics are not inherently disabling, so some NeuroDivergent People may not see themselves through the lens of disability. However, some NeuroDivergent People, especially those whose differences cannot be helped by changing the world, will reasonably experience their NeuroDivergence as a disability.

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