Hello OddlyRobbie readers,

Scrolling through the news, I stumbled upon an article in Newsweek about new research on autism. I didn't get past the paywall, but the premise was enough to stir my thoughts. It's disheartening to see so much effort and funding dedicated to making us fit a "normal" that doesn’t even consider our perspectives. It’s like seeing someone try to fit a square peg into a round hole—frustrating and pointless.

The Problem with "Normal"

What is "normal," anyway? It's often a standard set by those who haven't had to experience life as we do. It ignores the vibrancy and diversity of human minds, particularly those of us on the neurodiverse spectrum. Trying to 'fix' us doesn't just miss the point; it undermines the rich, complex lives we lead.

The Fallacy of the Fix

It's agg ...