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I have a friend with ADHD he is one of the coolest and smartest people you know. He views his ADHD as a strength, giving him quick critical thinking skills that help him navigate life's challenges. Despite his own struggles, he remains grounded and down-to-earth in his outlook on life.

Showing his leadership skills he also takes care of his brother, who has profound autism as he explain his views on autism better than anyone I know, as he say yes autism is a disability but still makes sure his brother has the support he needs. His perspective proves that ADHD can be a positive trait when embraced and managed well.

I was diagnosed with Autism PDDNOS when I was 2. Now that I'm older I realize that I can't imagine my life without autism. From my experience, I'm proud that I can think critically and see things that not a lot of people notices half of the time. Yes there are issues I have faced with autism but what person doesn't have issues, the problems I have is when I see other autistic people putting themselves down for being autistic and when dealing with Neurotypical people who judge me or think they are automatically better. I don't go out of my way to try to act Neurotypical I just be myself and that's what matters the most.

Advice on what would you give me if you agree or disagree on my experience.

I am writing a book called The Autism Crusader follows Ryan O'Mally, a young man from Syracuse, New York, who was diagnosed with Autism (PDD-NOS) at the age of two. Raised in a Catholic family, Ryan grew up questioning religion and eventually identified as an atheist, embracing critical thinking and humanism.

In high school, Ryan discovered a passion for acting, music, and public speaking. Inspired by Frank Sinatra, he developed a baritone singing voice and dreamed of studying music in college. His life, however, was shaken by hardship: his parents divorced, and in 2023 his older brother died of cancer. Although the brothers had a difficult relationship, the loss deeply affected Ryan, leading him to rely on alcohol as he struggled with grief and uncertainty.

Seeking a fresh start, Ryan travels to South Orange, New Jersey, where he explores the town and the campus of Seton Hall University. The journey becomes one of self-discovery, prompting him to reflect not only on his identity as an autistic person, but also on his beliefs. He begins to wonder if he is more agnostic than atheist, believing there may be an afterlife and that a relationship with Jesus is still possible despite his skepticism.

Ryan found Autism Crusaders, an autism rights movement dedicated to promoting acceptance, critical thinking, and self-advocacy. Through public speaking at colleges and community events, he encourages autistic people to
embrace their neurodivergent identity while challenging stereotypes and misconceptions.

My goal is to create an autistic protagonist who is
more than his diagnosis. Ryan's autism shapes his perspective, but it does not define him. He is a complex person with dreams, flaws, grief, beliefs, relationships, and personal growth-making him a relatable, three-dimensional character rather than a stereotype.

I am writing a book called The Autism Crusader follows Ryan O'Mally, a young man from Syracuse, New York, who was diagnosed with Autism (PDD-NOS) at the age of two. Raised in a Catholic family, Ryan grew up questioning religion and eventually identified as an atheist, embracing critical thinking and humanism.

In high school, Ryan discovered a passion for acting, music, and public speaking. Inspired by Frank Sinatra, he developed a baritone singing voice and dreamed of studying music in college. His life, however, was shaken by hardship: his parents divorced, and in 2023 his older brother died of cancer. Although the brothers had a difficult relationship, the loss deeply affected Ryan, leading him to rely on alcohol as he struggled with grief and uncertainty.

Seeking a fresh start, Ryan travels to South Orange, New Jersey, where he explores the town and the campus of Seton Hall University. The journey becomes one of self-discovery, prompting him to reflect not only on his identity as an autistic person, but also on his beliefs. He begins to wonder if he is more agnostic than atheist,
believing there may be an afterlife and that a relationship with Jesus is still possible despite his skepticism.

Ryan founds Autism Crusaders, an autism rights movement dedicated to promoting acceptance, critical thinking, and self-advocacy. Through public speaking at colleges and community events, he encourages autistic people to
embrace their neurodivergent identity while challenging stereotypes and
misconceptions.

My goal is to create an autistic protagonist who is more than his diagnosis. Ryan's autism shapes his perspective, but it does not define him. He is a complex person with dreams, flaws, grief, beliefs, relationships, and personal growth-making him a relatable, three-dimensional character rather than a stereotype.

I am working on a novel called “Bailey and Shanti.” Pastor Miles Bailey, is the pastor of the Sedgwick Village Church set in Utah where he was raised to only believe in the Christian traditions and laws.

When Shanti, a young Muslim girl enters the village as he is the only person in the village who knows she is a Muslim. For extra context (They are in a small village in Utah where it's Christian only. During the night Shanti came across Pastor Bailey's church where she met him. In order to keep her Muslim identity a secret she wear a disguise around the village to blend in.) Anyways, Pastor Bailey has a bit of a prejudice towards Shanti because of his upbringing.

The part of what makes Pastor Bailey sympathetic is he had a daughter who sadly passed away, this made him bitter and Lonely person as the only thing he has is his religion. So when Shanti came into his life he feels torn apart between her Muslim beliefs and wanting to see Shanti as a daughter figure. feedbacks and critiques on you would make Pastor Bailey a more define character with a prejudice yet you also sympathize with.