Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity Stories

A quote from Patti, discussing communication differences in neurodivergent people: "I think people take for granted how much energy it consumes who live in a body that has some of these differences."

"I think people take for granted how much energy it consumes who live in a body that has some of these differences." Living with FASD podcast host Patti Kasper and I discuss neurodivergent communication differences, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/252

A quote from Patti: “As a child, I came up with all kinds of reasons to explain my frequent rejections, why I was bullied, why this, why that... but none of them made sense the way learning I'm neurodivergent [did]. It enabled me to give myself grace, for my life to truly for the first time makes sense, and allow me to embrace myself the way we all need to be able to do.”

Living with FASD podcast host Patti Kasper talks about the power of discovering your neurodivergence later in life, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/252

My latest episode is a collaboration with Patti Kasper, host of the Living with FASD podcast, about what communication differences can feel like for neurodivergent people, why communication challenges can happen, and how friends and loved ones can provide support. https://www.beyond6seconds.net/252

Image text is a quote from Nieta: “I don't care how progressive or how conservative you are, my humanity is not up for debate. The humanity of the disability community is not up for debate.”

A quote from Nieta: “I don't care how progressive or how conservative you are, my humanity is not up for debate. The humanity of the disability community is not up for debate.”

I talk with Nieta Greene, CEO and Founder of Disability Community for Democracy, Inc. @disco4democracy.bsky.social about disability advocacy and political representation on my latest podcast episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/251

Image text is a quote from Nieta: “We [the disability community] need people who actually care about us in power... We need people of both parties, and we need to hold both parties accountable.”

A quote from Nieta: “We [the disability community] need people who actually care about us in power... We need people of both parties, and we need to hold both parties accountable.”

Nieta Greene, CEO and Founder of Disability Community for Democracy, Inc. @disco4democracy.bsky.social talks about the importance of disability representation and allyship in government. Hear more from my interview with Nieta: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/251 #PoliticalEngagement

On my first episode of 2026, Nieta Greene of @disco4democracy.bsky.social talks about the impact of politics and systems on people with disabilities. https://www.beyond6seconds.net/251 #DisabilityJustice

The new Barbie comes with a range of accessories to reflect her status as an autistic woman, such as:
- noise-cancelling headphones
- a fidget spinner
- intense social media scrutiny about how she's Being Autistic Wrong

YouTube video by Black Girl Diagnosed Black Girl Diagnosed - Ky Kennedy

The latest & first episode of 2026 of Black Girl Diagnosed is now available on apple podcasts the video premieres tonight at 6pm on YouTube I Spoke with @plscallmeky.bsky.social this is a conversation about accessibility, parenting while autistic & more! Be sure to tune in 🩷

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Happy 2026 Pandalorians! Seeing as it's a new year we are looking for new guests to come on for the show. So if you're a general content creator who would like to come onto the show then reach out to us on our contact form below.

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2025 year-end episode In this year-end solo episode, I celebrate some big milestones that Beyond 6 Seconds achieved in 2025, highlight the variety of topics that my guests and I discusse…

23 podcast guests from 6 countries, 1 award, and discussions about ADHD, autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, dyslexia, dyspraxia, FASD, OCD, schizoaffective disorder and Tourette's: I celebrate my podcast's 2025 milestones on my 250th episode, available today.

A quote from Caroline Smith on the latest episode of Beyond 6 Seconds. “ When you accept yourself, you don't have to accept people who are gonna be mean or not considerate of your needs … you're going to attract people who accept and understand you.”

“When you accept yourself, you don't have to accept people who are gonna be mean or not considerate of your needs … you're going to attract people who accept and understand you.” Hear more from Caroline Smith on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/249

♥️ Holiday Help Mutual Aid ♥️ If you need help affording a gift for your child, or if you’d like to help someone else’s child smile this season, this post is where to begin.

Here are the links
Substack: open.substack.com/pub/brookete...

Facebook: www.facebook.com/share/p/1G18...

URGENT CALL TO ACTION!

Tell Your Rep to Vote No on H.R. 3492!

On December 17th, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives will be voting on a proposed bill introduced by Marjorie Taylor Greene that aims to criminalize gender affirming care for youth nationwide. Act now!

act.hrc.org/page/183524/...

Caroline Smith talks about how group conversations can be intimidating, especially for people who are shy or have social anxiety.

A quote from Caroline Smith on the latest episode of Beyond 6 Seconds. “It's a common misconception that all autistic people prefer to be by themselves 100% of the time. People still need connection, you know? It doesn't matter what kind of disability you have, people still want to know that there are even just a few people they can rely on who accept them for who they are.”

On my latest episode, Caroline Smith, the Introverted Misfit, talks about making connections as an autistic person: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/249

On my latest episode, Caroline Smith (The Introverted Misfit) describes the in-person meetups she organizes for autistic and introverted people, where they can socialize comfortably in a low-pressure environment: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/249

I’m Not Broken What this Washington reporter with autism wants you to understand.

Ten years ago yesterday, I published my first piece about autism. It sent me on the trajectory to write about autism as my second job, write my first book and now my second book. I still have the emails people sent to me. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...

WOW. 102 children have already received $50 worth of gifts from our holiday mutual aid. But, there are so many more on this post, and more still waiting to be added. I need you all to do me a favor. Can you please share the post so that more people know this is happening? Links below👇

I’d like to feature more people on my podcast who have dyscalculia, FASD, Down syndrome, dysgraphia, Tourette’s, nonverbal learning disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, DID or a personality disorder — lived experiences that often get left out of conversations about neurodivergence.

“You have one life to live. No matter what life throws at you, it does not mean it's the end of the world. You can continue, keep moving forward.” Kellina Powell, the Deaf Queen Boss.

“You have one life to live. No matter what life throws at you, it does not mean it's the end of the world. You can continue, keep moving forward.” Hear more from Kellina Powell, the Deaf Queen Boss, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/248

Photo is of phenomenally autistic wearing a pastel rainbow pants set a matching purse and purple metallic shoes her hair is in a curly style

On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I’m proud to stand as an autistic person and celebrate the strength in our differences. Real change begins when we recognize, include, and value those who move through the world differently. Inclusion isn’t optional it’s how we all move forward 🫶🏽✨

Hey all! Today is #GivingTuesday. Autastic runs on donations and memberships but it's mostly our BIPOC members supporting ourselves. For one day, you can lighten our load by donating.

autastic.com/support

#GivingTuesday2025 #Autism #AutisticWhileBlack

Kellina Powell, the Deaf Queen Boss, shares her school experience on my latest episode.

This disability education law turned 50 today. Disability advocates want more. "Our civil rights are not up for negotiations," Rep. Lateefah Simon said.

For the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, I spoke with advocates about how this law is crucial–and the ways in which disability education can be made better as its under attack from the Trump administration at @motherjones.com. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

“I teach a lot about resources that we can take advantage of while we are disabled…I create ideas and resources to really connect and collaborate with other organizations to see what they do for us. That way I can provide those resources to my community… while educating all about mental health in the disability community.” Kellina Powell, the Deaf Queen Boss, from the latest episode of Beyond 6 Seconds.

Hear more from Kellina Powell, the Deaf Queen Boss, on my latest episode: https://www.beyond6seconds.net/248

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