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Ben Canham

@bencanham.bsky.social

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Official Account for Ben Canham | Online Activist | Featured on ITV News and STV News I love raising awareness for autism. I love all of my friends.

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · Jul 27

I lost both my parents at 19. I’ve been
bullied and attacked for simply being
myself. After 13 years on social media,
I’ve found my voice. I’m not less than
anyone I just see the world differently.
Thank you for letting me be me here.

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · 15h

I don’t share my story for sympathy.
I share it to show how far I’ve come. If
my journey helps even one person get
through their own hard times then it’s
worth it. That’s all I’ve ever wanted.

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · 15h

I hope no one else has to go
through what I did let down by
social services and ignored when
I needed help most. The system
isn’t made for people like me. We
need better support for autistic,
grieving, and struggling people.
Everyone deserves better.

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · 16h

Looking back, I’m amazed
at how far I’ve come. It hasn’t
been easy, but I’m proud of the
person I’m becoming. I hope
my parents are proud too.

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · 16h

Six years ago, I was at my lowest
hospitalized, scared, and convinced
I’d never feel whole again. Every day
since has been a quiet battle to rebuild
the confidence I thought was lost forever.
Some days are still hard, but I’m still
standing. And that means everything.

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · 16h

I’ve faced so much, but I’m choosing to turn
those struggles into growth. Every small step
forward is a victory rebuilding my confidence,
finding new strength. Healing isn’t easy, but it’s
worth it. And I’m proud of how far I’ve come.

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · 19h

By 19, I’d lost both parents. Bullied in
school. Ignored by family. Left out of
my mom’s funeral. Abandoned for
being autistic. Let down by the system.
I nearly gave up. But I didn’t. I’m still
here. Still healing. And that means
something. #WorldMentalHealthDay

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · 1d

Two years ago I met
@mrjamesob.bsky.social
in Edinburgh at his book
event. He was every bit as
thoughtful, kind and engaging
in person as he is on the radio.
A real gentleman it was a
pleasure to meet him.

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · 1d

Healing is hard, but this little corner
of the internet reminds me we don’t have
to go through it alone. Whether you’ve just
found your way here or you’ve been here
from the start thank you for being part of
this space. I’m grateful for you. ❤️

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Ben Canham @bencanham.bsky.social · 1d

Every morning I wake up
and read your comments.
It’s become a grounding part
of my day. I’ve been on here 13
years now, and some of you
have been with me through it
all the highs and lows, the
laughter and the heartache.
Thank you for staying.

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