Dave is an Autistic/ADHD CFP® Professional who works with Autistic individuals and families with Autistic children, helping them navigate their finances and plan for the future. He lives with his wife Mary in the Lakes Region New Hampshire. When Dave is not at work, he enjoys going out to eat with his wife, hanging out…
When/how did you discover you are Neurodivergent? Was this discovery explained/perceived by you as something positive, negative or neutral? Explain. I discovered I was Neurodivergent at age 52 upon speaking to a brand new therapist (who happened to be Neurodivergent herself). Truthfully, I didn’t really know what “neurodivergent” meant, I didn’t know she was on…
Stacey Morgan is a late-diagnosed data management professional from Houston, Texas on a mission to learning more about her neurology and how she can teach acceptance and support of the Autistic people in our communities. This week she shared glimpses into her journey of self-discovery after learning of her diagnosis as an adult. How was…
Miya Sae (MEE-yuh SAI) is the author of The Autistic Whosoever—Autism, Confusion, andFollowing Jesus. Forever a Pokémon master at heart, she loves to dream, write, explore ideas,and occasionally make amateur-level fanart. She will infodump about her special interests if youlet her. When she’s not creating content, she is usually watching anime, gaming, snuggling withher cats,…
My teenage son gets fired up sometimes. Not always because of teenage moodiness or power struggles, but because he’s gradually become more aware of the injustices of a world not very welcoming to him. Recently he mentioned how he hated being patronized by adults and other people around his age due to his disabilities. This…
Elliot Harper is Elliot Harper is a senior manager in the UK public sector, an autistic advocate, and a passionate blogger. Recently diagnosed with autism, Elliot shares insights on navigating neurodivergence in the workplace and life. He is also the Vice Chair of his organization’s Autism and Neurodiversity Network, where he advocates for inclusive environments.…
Traci Neal is a poet, speaker, and public advocate. Neal’s writings are featured in The Elevation Review, 1619 Speaks Anthology, Sims Library of Poetry, Spoken Black Girl Magazine, The Art of Autism, Poetry X Hunger, Text Power Telling Magazine, Black Art Magazine, and many other media publications. She has been featured as a guest poet…
Ayanna Davis is an autism advocate from New York advocating for proper resources & visibility for black Autistic women. Along with being Autistic, she has survived over 300 seizures, lives with Chronic illnesses, has 5 autoimmune diseases, and spreads her messages of self love, joy, equality, diversity,inclusion and autism acceptance through the Arts. Tell me…
Dave Bochichio is an Autistic financial advisor serving neurodivergent individuals, their families, and professionals supporting them. His mission is to help clients reduce uncertainty, stress, and time spent worrying about their finances. Aside from partnering on financial goals, Dave also serves to be a behavioral coach around money, a financial educator, and a family coordinator on…
Ann discovered she was Autistic at age 11. It wasn’t until then that she saw autism as a spectrum. Ever since discovering she was Autistic, she has wanted everyone to know and be understanding of how it affects her. Unfortunately, she has had negative experiences with stereotypical assumptions, talking about her behind her back, and ignoring her. This week Ann discussed inclusion, friendship, and the dangers of making assumptions.
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