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Category: Neurodiversity

Neurodiversity is the biological fact that all brains are different. According to the neurodiversity paradigm, this isn’t a reason to panic.

Not Noticing Autism: Don’t Blame Yourself

December 1, 2020December 1, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ 2 Comments

Some parents and loved ones blame themselves for not realizing a late-diagnosed person was autistic. But the truth is, this is common, and you don't need to feel bad.

Where’s the Box to Think In?

October 25, 2020October 25, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ 4 Comments

Autistics don't just "think outside the box." The box is a mystery. And this can be deeply disabling and anxiety-provoking.

I’m Autistic. I’m Not Anti-Masker Ammo

July 25, 2020September 13, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ 4 Comments

Anti-maskers claim that face masks are a grievous injury to disabled people. But reality looks a little different.

Shyly Proposing a New Autism Symbol

July 5, 2020July 5, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ 6 Comments

The tricolor A, a proposed symbol for autism meant to evoke hope and community

Counterintuitive Eating

May 21, 2020May 21, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ 4 Comments

Intuitive eating is a logical and beautiful idea. But what do you do when your intuition is broken? Here are some of my strategies.

Autism: Telling My Professors

April 10, 2020April 10, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ 4 Comments

Disclosing disability to college professors can be a challenge. Today I'd like to share my successful strategies.

Autism and Eye Direction

April 7, 2020April 7, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ 2 Comments

Why are so many autistics wrongly accused of being uncaring or deceitful? Let's talk about understanding autistic differences in eye gaze.

Quarantine and Autism: Why My Family is OK

March 26, 2020September 13, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ 18 Comments

My family is doing okay in isolation, and our lifestyle is part of the reason why. Let's talk about ways to make it easier.

Everything’s (Not) Gonna Be Okay: A Kick in the Face

March 15, 2020September 13, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ 13 Comments

The "groundbreaking" show betrays its autistic character in the final episode of season 1.

Why Am I Inspiring?

Drawing of Luna with a halo and angel wings, looking uncomfortable
March 1, 2020March 4, 2020 ~ MissLunaRose ~ Leave a comment

Being called "inspiring" is a compliment to most people, but when you have a disability, it involves complicated baggage.

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