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We are here because of pattern recognition, pain, and perseverance. 

We've been discarded by most, the butt of the joke, the one they kick when they're angry. 

Yet, we are the lucky ones.

We are more fortunate than the millionaire with the harem, the movie star with the applause, or the bank robber with the heist of a lifetime. 

Our days may be filled with making art no one will see, eating nourishment that is simple and the same, and talking only to our plants, our pets, and ourselves. 

Yet, we are the lucky ones.

We are the canaries in the coal mine, sent to depths that make us cough and wither, choking on what society pretends isn't there. 

Our voices may crack, our wings may tire, but we keep singing the warning.  We were given the arduous job to notice the patterns that others miss. To alert all to the dangers in humanity's future, when we just wanted to spread our wings and fly. 

Yet, we are still the lucky ones. For we know that the world is not what it seems, that changes are coming, and that peace can only bloom from within. 

We are lucky because we know.... we are one.

Ultimately, the unfortunate problem with online spaces is the constant need to derail entire conversations because of a sentence that is overgeneralized or inaccurate to the commenters life experience. Justice sensitivity is a huge one here.

The science and data supports that justice sensitivity (and the negative responses to it) is an ACTUAL, quantifiable experience with many neurodivergents. 

Studies show that percentage-wise, a higher proportion of autistic people show a genuinely stronger sense of justice/fairness compared to allistics.

"Stronger sense of justice" means higher justice sensitivity, quicker to spot unfairness, stronger emotional reaction to it, and a bigger drive to fix it based on consistent rules. 

This is NOT the same as being "nice" or empathetic in general.

The evidence:

A 2024 study* of 307 autistic adults vs 415 neurotypicals found that Autistics endorsed fairness significantly more, especially relative to care. Systemizing (a core autistic trait) correlated with higher fairness scores.

Autistics also scored lower on loyalty and authority, meaning less willingness to overlook injustice for social harmony or hierarchy.

Earlier experiments: A 2022 study* of autistic kids show stricter moral rule application and stronger inequity aversion (rejecting unfair deals even when it hurts them personally) than neurotypical peers.

Because the autistic group mean is shifted higher, more individuals land in the "strong justice" range. 

Simple statistics.

Why it happens:

Autistic cognition leans toward systemizing, the brain's need for applying consistent rules without as much bending for social context, authority, or "that's just how things are."

This subject isn't about morality, it's about brain function. Less masking and conformity pressure also helps us call out bullshit even when it's costly.

And it IS costly. Justice sensitivity can cause huge disruptions in autistic lives, leading to loss of opportunities, support, and even employment. 

On the "not all neurotypicals" replies: Constantly bringing up "not every NT" when someone discusses a well-documented group pattern is demeaning. It treats statistical tendencies like vicious stereotypes, derails the actual discussion, and implies autistic people aren't allowed to talk about real cognitive differences without hand holding NT feelings. 

We don't demand "not all autistics" every time someone notes a common autistic trait. It's the same logic.

Caveats: Not every autistic person, obviously. It is a spectrum, after all. JS can be exhausting and overly rigid in practice. Which is why some autistics turn away from it. For self-preservation. 

There is NO moral superiority claimed, this is just a descriptive group difference backed by research. 

The ironic thing is that those that say "not all NTS" are coming from a sense of justice point of view.

But denying others experience is doing exactly the opposite.

It's not nuance or "adding to the conversation", it's negativity and social hierarchy in passive aggressive form.

TL;DR: Autistics prioritize fairness more due to systemizing brains and lower conformity. The distribution shift means more of us actually have a strong sense of justice, percentage-wise.

References:

Greenberg et al. (2024) — "Moral foundations in autistic people and people with systemizing cognitive profiles" (Molecular Autism).

Dempsey et al. (2022) — "Moral Foundations Theory Among Autistic and Neurotypical Children" (Frontiers in Psychology).

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Greta Thunberg has been a vocal climate activist for years, repeatedly calling out our inaction on the climate crisis and the systems driving it. She’s demanded systemic change and personal responsibility in ways that challenge the status quo.

When she posts, the comments are overwhelmingly negative. “Preachy,” “privileged,” “shut up and go back to school,” “cringe.” Even the non-hateful comments still tried to detract from the actual statement. "Why didn't she think of people in developing countries who rely on certain industries?” Or, “I'm just trying to live my life, Greta Thunberg wants us all to live in caves!"

This type of negative reaction has a name: do-gooder derogation. Psych research has shown that when someone demonstrates genuine integrity or higher principles, it makes the rest of us uncomfortable.

Instead of inspiration, our mind goes to the conveniences and habits we’re not ready to question. We immediately feel judged, so we tear them down to protect our own sense of self.

It shows up in every single "controversial” issue.

Climate activists are “tree huggers”

Honest coworkers or generous people are “try-hards” or “pick me girls"

It's even behind the concept of conservatives being against the “woke crowd”.

The autistic community gets the brunt of this do-gooder derogation, often without even realizing it. We prioritize raw honesty, fairness, and logic over social filters or groupthink. When justice sensitivity is a symptom of a disability, we can assume do-gooder derogation is a symptom of being "normal.”

Pointing out inconsistencies or advocating for what’s right not only gets a person dismissed as “preachy” or “lame,” it can cost us opportunities, friends and even careers. It leaves a bad taste in people's mouths because their first thought is, “She thinks she's better than me!”

So speaking out isn't to gain superiority. With ND’s, it's just pattern recognition and an attempt to “close the loop" of thinking. With others, like those spiritually awakened, it's the earnest desire to help change the world or the future into something better for everyone.

Of course there are those who speak out against things, and secretly do those things at home. Like the most vocal anti-gay senators in the 90’s who were caught in compromising positions in the men's bathroom. Those are the people that should be ridiculed. But they are often the ones that are quickly forgiven.

Speaking out comes with a cost, and it's never paid by the right person.

Then there’s cringe culture. Gen Z and younger have turned “cringe” into the ultimate social weapon. Standing for something meaningful, showing earnest passion, or speaking up about ethics is a one-way ticket to ostracization land.

Even doing art is now cringe unless you make it a professional career before 21. Young people learn early to stay ironic, detached, and apathetic. Emotions are too much of a vulnerable risk. Never be too sincere. Never risk looking like you care too much.

We've all lived through our generation’s concept of cool, so we can't blame the Z’s. But there's a very dark and manipulative part to cringe culture.

It plays straight into the government’s hands.

A cynical, self-policing population that mocks its own potential heroes is easy to control. No mass movements. No moral evolution. Just endless scrolling and eye-rolls while the status quo stays untouched. A pack of lemurs walking off a cliff, never looking up from their phone.

Cringe culture is the perfect tool for keeping youth compliant and powerless. We are giving up our own inherent power for the sake of being perceived as “cool”.

Older people may understand this, but still have their favorite cop-out. “Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely.”

So many political or progressive conversations are thwarted with that one sentence. It's always been the quickest way to dismiss anyone trying to gain influence for good.

Power does reveal character, but whenever character doesn't even get a foot in the door, it never has a chance to prove itself.

Mandela, Jimmy Carter, and many unsung decent leaders prove good people can hold power without selling out. But our fatalism has ensured that those types will never be in the “cool group” again.

Every time we tell a vocal woman to sit down, call an autistic child “cringe” for pursuing their interests excitedly and earnestly, or hide behind “power corrupts,” we’re voting for permanent stagnation. We take one step closer to the cliff.

When we punish integrity and moral courage, we keep humanity small. Because then it takes very little effort to feel larger than our neighbor.

2026 alone should have brought this conversation to the forefront of every mind. It takes very little outside knowledge to know that the world is crumbling in our hands.

How do we change it? Recognize our own biases and realize that morality is about being consistent in our personal truths, no matter what the person next to us thinks of them.

How many times have you been called a do-gooder? And for what reason?

Billie Eilish is a longtime vegan and recently posted that you can't love animals if you eat meat. 

The comments were overwhelmingly negative. “Preachy,” “privileged,” “shut up and sing,” “cringe.” Even the non-hateful comments still tried to detract from the actual statement. "Why didn't she think of people that have vitamin deficiencies?” Or, “I'm allergic to everything but chicken thighs and cow tongue, Billie Eilish wants me to die!"  

This type of negative reaction has a name: do-gooder derogation. Psych research has shown that when someone demonstrates genuine integrity or higher principles, it makes the rest of us uncomfortable. 

Instead of inspiration, our mind goes to the Whataburger we had last week. We immediately feel judged, so we tear them down to protect our own sense of self. 

It shows up in every single "controversial” issue. 

Climate activists are “tree huggers”

Honest coworkers or generous people are “try-hards” or “pick me girls"

It's even behind the concept of conservatives being against the “woke crowd". 

The autistic community gets the brunt of this do-gooder derogation, often without even realizing it. We prioritize raw honesty, fairness, and logic over social filters or groupthink. When justice sensitivity is a symptom of a disability, we can assume do-gooder derogation is a symptom of being "normal.” 

Pointing out inconsistencies or advocating for what’s right not only gets a person dismissed as “preachy” or “lame,” it can cost us opportunities, friends and even careers. It leaves a bad taste in people's mouths because their first thought is, “I eat meat. She thinks she's better than me!”

So speaking out isn't to gain superiority. With ND’s, it's just pattern recognition and an attempt to “close the loop" of thinking. With others, like those spiritually awakened, it's the earnest desire to help change the world or the future into something better for everyone.  

Of course there are those who speak out against things, and secretly do those things at home. Like the most vocal anti-gay senators in the 90’s who were caught in compromising positions in the men's bathroom. Those are the people that should be ridiculed. But they are often the ones that are quickly forgiven. 

Speaking out comes with a cost, and it's never paid by the right person. 

Then there’s cringe culture, Gen Z and younger have turned “cringe” into the ultimate social weapon. Standing for something meaningful, showing earnest passion, or speaking up about ethics is a one-way ticket to ostracization land. 

Even doing art is now cringe unless you make it a professional career before 21. Young people learn early to stay ironic, detached, and apathetic. Emotions are too much of a vulnerable risk. Never be too sincere. Never risk looking like you care too much.

We've all lived through our generation’s concept of cool, so we can't blame the Z’s. But there's a very dark and manipulative part to cringe culture. It plays straight into the government’s hands.

A cynical, self-policing population that mocks its own potential heroes is easy to control. No mass movements. No moral evolution. Just endless scrolling and eye-rolls while the status quo stays untouched. 

Cringe culture is the perfect tool for keeping youth compliant and powerless. We are giving up our own inherent power for the sake of being perceived as “cool”. 

Older people may understand this, but still have their favorite cop-out.  “Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely.”

So many political or progressive conversations are thwarted with that one sentence. It's always been the quickest way to dismiss anyone trying to gain influence for good. Power does reveal character, but whenever character doesn't even get a foot in the door, it never has a chance to prove itself.

Mandela, Jimmy Carter, and many unsung decent leaders prove good people can hold power without selling out. But our fatalism has ensured that those types will never be in the “cool group” again. 

Every time we tell a vocal woman to sit down, call an autistic child “cringe” for pursuing their interests excitedly and earnestly, or hide behind “power corrupts,” we’re voting for permanent stagnation. We take one step closer to the cliff.

When we punish integrity and moral courage, we keep humanity small. Because then it takes very little effort to feel larger than our neighbor. 

2026 alone should have brought this conversation to the forefront of every mind. It takes very little outside knowledge to know that the world is crumbling in our hands. 

How do we change it? Recognize our own biases and realize that morality is about being consistent in our personal truths, no matter what the person next to us thinks of them. 

How many times have you been called a do-gooder? And for what reason?

One of my special interests is spirituality. There are a couple subs that have more girls in them but every time I venture into the enlightenment subs I get told off by a man. 😆

I just want to make sure that I am not doing what they're saying I'm doing. Can I have an unbiased opinion?

A guy was responding that if you just use discernment, all the people you run into will be kind to you. Basically, if you're a good person, you only attract good people. This is what I responded:

Are you neurodivergent?

Because these persistent redirections of "if your this way, life will go this way", are a bit overdone imo.

If you haven't lived a life of a neurodivergent in which you are constantly on the outside of society, simply by existing and being your true self, I don't think you get to correct others.

We have all had different experiences throughout our life. Many of us have been kind and loving our entire lives and are never seen as that because our ways are different than the majority.

Will all this kindness come back to me eventually? Yes I totally believe that. Even if it does not, I'm fighting for a better world for my great-great-great-grandchildren more than I am myself.

But just like telling someone that they have a terrible illness that they are not trying hard enough to be spiritual, this sounds like the opinion of someone who hasn't thought about both sides of neurotype.

Would you see this as an attack on someone's character? To the point you would tell them to get off the internet? I think I know the answer, I just don't want to ruminate and worry about offending people.

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Those of us who live through the “satanic panic” of the '80s and '90s remember when cartoons were called “the devil's work.”

As a 10-year-old in 1989, with a Jehovah Witness following family, media like The Smurfs were not allowed in our home. 

Of course I watched them secretly every chance I could get! I couldn't understand why, because to my brain, it was just about “believing in yourself.” It was my first time questioning parental authority and adult motivations. 

And that was exactly what the religious leaders were fighting. If a child grows up to believe in themselves and their own discernment, they could not be controlled by religion, authority figures or even culture. 

Lots of 80s/90s kids’ media (and some modern reboots) sneak in ancient Gnostic ideas. Basics like the material world is a flawed simulation, ordinary people contain a divine spark that lets them awaken, and true power comes from rejecting the controlling “demiurge” forces (false gods or archons that rule this illusion). 

Unlike shows like Rainbow Brite and My Little Pony that taught us about frequency and ascension, my most memorable examples of gnosticism inspired shows are ones that sparked curiosity but were also a little hard to understand. They were the ones that left us feeling a little unsettled and questioning what we've just seen. (Just like gnosticism, haha).

Pinocchio (Disney): Geppetto as a flawed creator, (demiurge) making a puppet. The Blue Fairy represents higher wisdom (Sophia). Pleasure Island shows how material temptations turn souls into donkeys (enslavement). Becoming a “real boy” = achieving gnosis and freeing the divine spark.

Spirited Away: Chihiro trapped in a spirit world run by greedy entities (Yubaba as archon). Losing her name = losing identity in the false realm. Reclaiming her true self through trials parallels pure Gnostic awakening.

The NeverEnding Story: The Nothing as the void consuming the illusion. Atreyu’s quest and the Childlike Empress symbolize protecting imagination and the inner divine spark.

Tron: A literal digital simulation where programs awaken to fight their flawed creator. Flynn is the demiurge figure.

He-Man: Castle Grayskull as hidden gnosis. The sword awakening inner power. Skeletor as a chaotic archon trying to seize control.

Neon Genesis Evangelion: Angels, Human Instrumentality as false unity, Seele as secret controllers. 

Fullmetal Alchemist: truth beyond the gate, flawed creations.

Some 2010’s cartoons do include these themes: Gravity Falls and Adventure Time with their layered realities, trickster entities, and characters discovering greater cosmic roles. 

These cartoons match the humor of their generation and ideals are sparked in a more humorous, “laughing at the nihilism” aspect of the  current world.

Many of these shows have a huge fandom (FullMetal Alchemist, Spirited Away) and are especially important for neurodivergent or sensitive kids, because these themes are sometimes the only time they see being different as a positive thing. That being yourself is something to be aspired to, rather than hidden. 

Shows like Pinocchio are debated often and loosely retold in adult stories like AI Artificial Intelligence (by Spielberg and Kubrick) and Being John Malkovich. 

All New Age literature emphasizes the importance of finding our childlike wonder again. It is vastly important to spiritual growth and self-acceptance. This is because 

children’s minds are wide open. They absorb symbols and metaphors at a subconscious level before skepticism or “it’s just a cartoon” thinking develops.

Embedding Gnostic concepts (illusion of reality, inner divine spark, questioning controllers) during ages 4–12 plants seeds that influence worldview, creativity, and resilience for life. Reclaiming our childhood wonder allows us to reclaim these views and strengths as adults.

Modern society bombards kids with materialist and authority trusting narratives. There's a reason why Cops filmed 37 seasons. The desire to have the newest iPhone or Jordans, is embedded in us before the term of self-awareness is even introduced. 

Gnostic flavored stories quietly counter that. “The world you see isn’t the whole truth. You have power within. Question the controllers.” This is what the satanic panic was trying to prevent. The knowledge of our power within. 

So by reaching kids early, before education and peer pressure lock in collective reality, we make the message far more potent. 

The cartoon boom helped birth today’s simulation theory and awakening communities. The Matrix might have made us remember, but cartoons are what sparked the question. 

Which childhood movie influenced your Gnostic views? Are there any current day mentions?

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I've been talking a lot lately about self-awareness in dating and relationships, and it's led to some heated discussions with men and I have not given the most empathetic reactions.

I've realized that bringing up "self-awareness," sounds a lot like bull crap therapy speak. Or an instant criticism or pressure to fix yourself. And when men are already dealing with autistic traits like rejection sensitivity, quick defensiveness, or the exhaustion of trying to read mixed signals in dating, It may sound a lot like I'm wanting you to put the cart before the horse. 

A 2025 study found that 72% of women find this emotional lack of self-awareness in disagreements as the main reason for them not dating or leaving relationships.  

I'm sharing this because I've been there and I'm genuinely on the side of autistic guys, and because  I believe that autistic men are the type of men that are needed to propel our world into a better future. 

A lot of guys focus on the gym, looks, career, or "game" to improve their dating chances, and those things definitely help with initial attraction. But self-awareness is like the gym for your emotional responses and communication. Going to the gym builds your body so people notice you. Self-awareness builds how you respond once you're actually talking or dating. It’s what turns a good first impression into someone wanting to stay.

Self-awareness is noticing your own patterns in the moment (like what your body does when stressed, what response your brain jumps to, or how your reply lands).

It’s not about self-esteem, self-worth, or trying to become more emotional. And it's not about being more or less moral. 

Self-awareness is a practical, learnable skill that gives you more control over your reactions.  

When treating it like a practical skill rather than a big emotional overhaul or some a-ha moment, it quickly becomes a natural reaction to uncomfortable conversations. 

Here are a few small things that can make a huge difference in reducing misunderstandings and staying in connections longer:

The quick body check: Before replying to a message or during a tough talk, pause for 5 seconds and just note physical stuff (tight shoulders? Racing heart? Stomach drop?). It gives data without needing to name feelings right away. With alexythmia, it used to take me days for my mind to really understand why my body would be so upset. 

3-question pause: Ask myself: 

What's my actual goal if I respond this way? (Connection? Support? Being right? Not wanting to be bothered?)

What might they actually need right now?

How is my default response helping or hurting that?

Delayed response rule: Give myself at least 10-30 minutes (or more) before replying to something emotional. Use the time for a walk, stim, or quick note. There just needs to be enough of a gap from the initial hurt feeling reaction to the “what is best for both of us” reaction. 

Simple validation starters: Practice questions like "That sounds really tough, want to vent or brainstorm?". Instead of immediately fixing or defending.  Acknowledgement is vital. 

These tips are not about changing who we are but about adding a practical buffer, so that our responses don't accidentally create more distance. 

As autistics, we know the world can be so much more. I believe in our neurodivergence and our abilities to be the passionate, kind and wonderful people that we already are. I’m posting this because as an older woman, I want to give younger generations the REAL information needed to have a happy, healthy life. 

I did not come into my own until I discovered this space and found my voice. I am grateful to finally have found my tribe. 

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Dolores Cannon was the pioneer of the QHHT (quantum healing hypnosis technique) method and spoke with thousands of people about their past lives. 

Her research found that there were *three waves of souls who incarnated (mostly for the first time on Earth) in response to humanity's call for help after the atomic bombs of the 1940s. 

Their mission was to raise Earth's vibration, prevent catastrophe, and assist in the shift to a "New Earth" through light, healing, and higher consciousness. 

Cannon categorized them by approximate birth eras and traits and discovered that each wave had different responsibilities. 

Before these volunteers came of age (25-70) to become writers, creators, producers, or animators, there was little to no entertainment with New Age themes. 

There were several shows about morality and teaching good values in the 1950’s through the 1970’s, (Captain Kangaroo, Howdy Doody, Mr. Rogers Neighborhood) and some even touched on the esoteric, but played it for comedy (Bewitched, I Dream of Jeannie), but none delved into “light overcoming darkness”, emotional healing, environmental responsibility, friendship/magic as "vibration-raising" forces, chosen ones with special missions, and unity/ascension metaphors. 

The First Wave (Now Baby Boomers) was born in the 1940s–1960s/early 1970s and were known as the pioneers or trailblazers. These souls "carved the path" but struggled with Earth's density (feeling like outsiders, sensitive to negativity). As they entered Hollywood in the '70s–'80s, media reflected their mission through whimsical, colorful stories combating gloom and spreading positivity and hope, the first appearance of "lightworker" coding in commercial kids' tv. 

Rainbow Brite (1984–1986): 

Not just a girl but an “ethereal steward of light” who came to a gray world on a sphere of light with the mission to restore color to it. Crystals are ground into her Star Sprinkles, which give her magic and power the “Color Belt”. 

Each of her “Color Kids” have individual color powers with specific traits that are often seen in auras of the same color. 

Rainbow Brite is a pure example of direct "spread the rainbow", vibration-raising themes. 

Care Bears (1985–1988): The Bears use "Care Bear Stare" (collective loving light/energy beam) to defeat negativity and gloom. Each bear has a different gift and purpose (shown on their belly) and the show leans heavily on healing through collective consciousness.

Crystals are also used in the show to promote healing, and the Care Bears even live in the clouds above Earth. It leaned heavily on empathy, emotions as power, and healing the world.

My Little Pony (original 1984–1987): 

With its “Friendship is Magic theme”, it suggests that magic is not merely supernatural ability, but a manifestation of bonds between individuals. A pony’s "Cutie Mark" represents its unique talent, calling, or purpose in life. This aligns with the concept of discovering one's authentic self or life purpose with spiritual and kind work.

And the protagonist, Twilight Sparkle, undergoes a metamorphosis from a student into an "Alicorn" (princess), a journey frequently interpreted as an ascension to a divine feminine role or a higher state of consciousness. 

She-Ra, Princess of Power (1985–1987):

Set in the land of Etheria, the planet itself functions as a living, interconnected entity where magic isn't a separate force but intertwined into everything. Aligning with the theory of Chi or Prana or it's namesake, the ether. 

The heroine She-Ra, learns that her power is not directly connected to her “Sword of Light” (external), but to her internal consciousness, self-realization and relationship with others around her (internal).

It rejected dogma and traditional binary views, with the purpose of restoring the natural balance of the planet by allowing magic to be free rather than restricted by technological control. 

These 1980s toy and cartoon tie-ins exploded during First Wave adulthood and did a wonderful job of embedding ideas of light and internal work as a literal/metaphorical savior.

The Second Wave was born in the late 1960s/1970s–1980s with the purpose of being Energy Anchors or Beacons for the Collective. This would put their prime career era starting in the 1990s–2010s (and beyond).

This Wave adapts more easily, acting as "antennas" or passive influencers who raise energy just by existing (less defining, more behind the scenes work). 

In the media, this aligns with the 1990s–2000s shift toward global unity, environmental activism, and subtle metaphysical storytelling. Now that the First Wave has introduced the concepts, the Second Wave teaches how to integrate them. 

Captain Planet and the Planeteers (1990–1996): Gaia (Earth spirit) summons diverse teens with elemental rings (Earth, Fire, Wind, Water, Heart) who combine powers to fight pollution/greed. Impressing upon humans the need to work as Earth's healers, and the importance of only being able to do that as a combined group. 

FernGully, The Last Rainforest (1992 animated film): 

Fairies, nature spirits, and a human use magic/light to battle deforestation, teaching us to save the planet through awareness. 

The fairies are seen as high vibrational beings of light and the human Zac, who is shrunk very small, learns to see the world from the perspective of the forest. This represents the Ascension of consciousness from ignorant destroyer to divine protector. 

Sailor Moon (Japanese 1992; U.S. 1995–2000): Magical girls transform with lunar/planetary power, fighting darkness through love, friendship, and inner light.

The Sailor Guardians are reincarnated beings from the Silver Millennium, a highly evolved society, embodying the concept of souls from other systems incarnating on Earth to help with its ascension.

The series presents love not just as an emotion, but as a strategic, high-frequency energy ("Silver Crystal") that heals, cleanses evil, and raises the planet's consciousness, without relying on violence. 

By the 2000s, Second Wave creators helped with mainstream "healing the planet" and harmony narratives. Now that the Second Wave has taught how to integrate these ideals, the Third Wave is left to embody them.

The Third Wave of Volunteers was born from the late 1980s onward. So their prime career era was from the 2010s to the present (and future).

These “indigo children" come with "pre-altered" higher frequencies, advanced unconscious knowledge, and less resistance. Often mislabeled (Neurodivergent), they represent hope. 

Steven Universe (2013–2020):

Gem beings (alien-like souls) fuse in emotional unions, heal through love, and protect Earth.  Themes of trauma release, identity, and raising collective vibration. 

Gravity Falls (2012-2016)

Brings a playful approach to things like interdimensional travel, the occult, gnosticism, Illuminati and other esoteric themes. This show is hidden with clues and references to everything paranormal. It is thought to normalize the phenomenon without the shame of curiosity. 

Avatar, The Last Airbender (2005; but reboots/influence into 2010s+):

Spiritual balance, reincarnation cycles, elemental harmony, and chosen-one awakening, This show contains deep metaphysical undercurrents. 

She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, My Little Pony, Care Bears and Rainbow Brite have all been rebooted during this period, introducing present themes like queer representation, while still keeping the original message intact. 

Interestingly, all of these shows are kept alive by very active fandoms and show up as special interests by autistics and neurodivergents around the world. Cementing the idea that these shows have themes that relate heavily to those that know "the world could be so much more". 

We now see metaphysical representation in almost all forms of adult and children's media. It has now become even more overt, as if the universe is knocking us on the head with a mallet.  

Collective consciousness is what decides our future, and it's not only important to recognize the symbols and messages that are sent to us, but to apply them to our relationships with others and our inner self.

What shows are special to you because they represent your metaphysical journey?

References:

*Dolores Cannon “The Three Waves of Volunteers and the New Earth” 2011

 

 

I have to go to the dentist tomorrow and I know I have two cavities. It's just the X-ray and stuff tomorrow but I am totally freaking out already.

I've had some dental trauma in the past and I just cannot do the appointments without the gas.

I don't know why I am already so sad when its not til tomorrow? They know that I'm autistic and they're usually pretty good about getting me through quickly.

I've been going through an illness that's a lot like cyclic vomiting syndrome so I'm just so scared they're going to be ruined.

I have a Bluetooth sleep mask that I thought about bringing so I could try to eliminate some of the other sensory stuff.

Any tip or tricks to get rid of the anxiety and the shame of having cavities?