Amethyst Ames
@amethystamesandco.bsky.social
Neurodivergent, Chaos Calmer, Content Creator
Eye contact discomfort is common in many neurodivergent communities.
Avoiding eye contact isn’t rude—it can reduce sensory overload or help with focus during conversation.
#EyeContactIsOptional #RespectNeurodivergence #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Avoiding eye contact isn’t rude—it can reduce sensory overload or help with focus during conversation.
#EyeContactIsOptional #RespectNeurodivergence #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Eye contact discomfort is common in many neurodivergent communities.
Avoiding eye contact isn’t rude—it can reduce sensory overload or help with focus during conversation.
#EyeContactIsOptional #RespectNeurodivergence #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Avoiding eye contact isn’t rude—it can reduce sensory overload or help with focus during conversation.
#EyeContactIsOptional #RespectNeurodivergence #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Stimming is a self-regulating behavior common among neurodivergent people.
Stimming can include rocking, hand-flapping, or repeating sounds. It helps regulate emotions, focus, or sensory input.
#StimmingIsValid #SelfRegulation #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Stimming can include rocking, hand-flapping, or repeating sounds. It helps regulate emotions, focus, or sensory input.
#StimmingIsValid #SelfRegulation #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Stimming is a self-regulating behavior common among neurodivergent people.
Stimming can include rocking, hand-flapping, or repeating sounds. It helps regulate emotions, focus, or sensory input.
#StimmingIsValid #SelfRegulation #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Stimming can include rocking, hand-flapping, or repeating sounds. It helps regulate emotions, focus, or sensory input.
#StimmingIsValid #SelfRegulation #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodiversity-affirming spaces prioritize flexibility, sensory safety, and clear communication.
Inclusive spaces support all brains by honoring access needs, reducing overwhelm, and embracing difference.
#AffirmNeurodiversity #InclusiveSpacesMatter #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Inclusive spaces support all brains by honoring access needs, reducing overwhelm, and embracing difference.
#AffirmNeurodiversity #InclusiveSpacesMatter #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 18, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurodiversity-affirming spaces prioritize flexibility, sensory safety, and clear communication.
Inclusive spaces support all brains by honoring access needs, reducing overwhelm, and embracing difference.
#AffirmNeurodiversity #InclusiveSpacesMatter #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Inclusive spaces support all brains by honoring access needs, reducing overwhelm, and embracing difference.
#AffirmNeurodiversity #InclusiveSpacesMatter #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Many neurodivergent traits are misunderstood as behavioral problems.
Behaviors like stimming or avoiding eye contact are often coping tools—not signs of defiance or rudeness.
#ReframeTheNarrative #BehaviorIsCommunication #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Behaviors like stimming or avoiding eye contact are often coping tools—not signs of defiance or rudeness.
#ReframeTheNarrative #BehaviorIsCommunication #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 17, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Many neurodivergent traits are misunderstood as behavioral problems.
Behaviors like stimming or avoiding eye contact are often coping tools—not signs of defiance or rudeness.
#ReframeTheNarrative #BehaviorIsCommunication #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Behaviors like stimming or avoiding eye contact are often coping tools—not signs of defiance or rudeness.
#ReframeTheNarrative #BehaviorIsCommunication #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodivergent people may have different sleep patterns or circadian rhythms.
Some neurodivergent folks are night owls or have irregular sleep cycles. These rhythms are valid and real.
#SleepIsNeurodivergentToo #CircadianTruths #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Some neurodivergent folks are night owls or have irregular sleep cycles. These rhythms are valid and real.
#SleepIsNeurodivergentToo #CircadianTruths #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 16, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurodivergent people may have different sleep patterns or circadian rhythms.
Some neurodivergent folks are night owls or have irregular sleep cycles. These rhythms are valid and real.
#SleepIsNeurodivergentToo #CircadianTruths #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Some neurodivergent folks are night owls or have irregular sleep cycles. These rhythms are valid and real.
#SleepIsNeurodivergentToo #CircadianTruths #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Dyspraxia impacts coordination and motor planning, not intelligence.
Dyspraxia affects movement, balance, and fine motor skills. It’s a neurological difference, not a lack of ability.
#DyspraxiaAwareness #MotorPlanningMatters #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Dyspraxia affects movement, balance, and fine motor skills. It’s a neurological difference, not a lack of ability.
#DyspraxiaAwareness #MotorPlanningMatters #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 15, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Dyspraxia impacts coordination and motor planning, not intelligence.
Dyspraxia affects movement, balance, and fine motor skills. It’s a neurological difference, not a lack of ability.
#DyspraxiaAwareness #MotorPlanningMatters #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Dyspraxia affects movement, balance, and fine motor skills. It’s a neurological difference, not a lack of ability.
#DyspraxiaAwareness #MotorPlanningMatters #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Dyslexia affects reading and writing but often comes with strong spatial reasoning.
Dyslexia can make reading and spelling difficult, but many with it excel in visual thinking and problem-solving.
#DyslexiaStrengths #NeurodivergentBrains #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Dyslexia can make reading and spelling difficult, but many with it excel in visual thinking and problem-solving.
#DyslexiaStrengths #NeurodivergentBrains #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Dyslexia affects reading and writing but often comes with strong spatial reasoning.
Dyslexia can make reading and spelling difficult, but many with it excel in visual thinking and problem-solving.
#DyslexiaStrengths #NeurodivergentBrains #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Dyslexia can make reading and spelling difficult, but many with it excel in visual thinking and problem-solving.
#DyslexiaStrengths #NeurodivergentBrains #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Autistic people may prefer direct communication and find small talk draining.
Directness isn’t rudeness—it’s clarity. Respecting communication styles builds trust and inclusion.
#AutisticCommunication #RespectPreferences #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Directness isn’t rudeness—it’s clarity. Respecting communication styles builds trust and inclusion.
#AutisticCommunication #RespectPreferences #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 13, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Autistic people may prefer direct communication and find small talk draining.
Directness isn’t rudeness—it’s clarity. Respecting communication styles builds trust and inclusion.
#AutisticCommunication #RespectPreferences #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Directness isn’t rudeness—it’s clarity. Respecting communication styles builds trust and inclusion.
#AutisticCommunication #RespectPreferences #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
ADHD is not a lack of attention—it’s a regulation challenge that includes hyperfocus.
ADHD affects how attention is managed, not how much exists. Hyperfocus can be intense and productive.
#ADHDAwareness #HyperfocusPower #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
ADHD affects how attention is managed, not how much exists. Hyperfocus can be intense and productive.
#ADHDAwareness #HyperfocusPower #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
ADHD is not a lack of attention—it’s a regulation challenge that includes hyperfocus.
ADHD affects how attention is managed, not how much exists. Hyperfocus can be intense and productive.
#ADHDAwareness #HyperfocusPower #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
ADHD affects how attention is managed, not how much exists. Hyperfocus can be intense and productive.
#ADHDAwareness #HyperfocusPower #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodivergent people often face sensory overwhelm in loud, bright, or chaotic environments.
Sensory-friendly spaces reduce distress and allow neurodivergent people to participate more fully.
#SensoryOverloadIsReal #DesignForDiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Sensory-friendly spaces reduce distress and allow neurodivergent people to participate more fully.
#SensoryOverloadIsReal #DesignForDiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 11, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurodivergent people often face sensory overwhelm in loud, bright, or chaotic environments.
Sensory-friendly spaces reduce distress and allow neurodivergent people to participate more fully.
#SensoryOverloadIsReal #DesignForDiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Sensory-friendly spaces reduce distress and allow neurodivergent people to participate more fully.
#SensoryOverloadIsReal #DesignForDiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Accommodations are not special treatment—they’re tools for equity.
Accommodations help level the playing field. They support access, not advantage, and benefit everyone.
#EquityNotPrivilege #AccommodateWithCare #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Accommodations help level the playing field. They support access, not advantage, and benefit everyone.
#EquityNotPrivilege #AccommodateWithCare #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Accommodations are not special treatment—they’re tools for equity.
Accommodations help level the playing field. They support access, not advantage, and benefit everyone.
#EquityNotPrivilege #AccommodateWithCare #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Accommodations help level the playing field. They support access, not advantage, and benefit everyone.
#EquityNotPrivilege #AccommodateWithCare #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodiversity includes a social justice movement advocating for dignity, access, and inclusion.
It challenges deficit-based models and calls for equity, respect, and systemic change across all spaces.
#NeurodiversityJustice #AccessForAll #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
It challenges deficit-based models and calls for equity, respect, and systemic change across all spaces.
#NeurodiversityJustice #AccessForAll #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurodiversity includes a social justice movement advocating for dignity, access, and inclusion.
It challenges deficit-based models and calls for equity, respect, and systemic change across all spaces.
#NeurodiversityJustice #AccessForAll #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
It challenges deficit-based models and calls for equity, respect, and systemic change across all spaces.
#NeurodiversityJustice #AccessForAll #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodivergent strengths include hyperfocus, pattern recognition, creativity, and empathy.
These strengths often go unseen in rigid systems. When nurtured, they become powerful tools for change.
#NeurodivergentStrengths #CelebrateDifferences #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
These strengths often go unseen in rigid systems. When nurtured, they become powerful tools for change.
#NeurodivergentStrengths #CelebrateDifferences #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 8, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurodivergent strengths include hyperfocus, pattern recognition, creativity, and empathy.
These strengths often go unseen in rigid systems. When nurtured, they become powerful tools for change.
#NeurodivergentStrengths #CelebrateDifferences #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
These strengths often go unseen in rigid systems. When nurtured, they become powerful tools for change.
#NeurodivergentStrengths #CelebrateDifferences #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Functioning labels like “high-functioning” or “low-functioning” are misleading and harmful.
These labels ignore context and shifting support needs. They oversimplify complex lived experiences.
#DitchFunctioningLabels #RespectAllNeeds #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
These labels ignore context and shifting support needs. They oversimplify complex lived experiences.
#DitchFunctioningLabels #RespectAllNeeds #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Functioning labels like “high-functioning” or “low-functioning” are misleading and harmful.
These labels ignore context and shifting support needs. They oversimplify complex lived experiences.
#DitchFunctioningLabels #RespectAllNeeds #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
These labels ignore context and shifting support needs. They oversimplify complex lived experiences.
#DitchFunctioningLabels #RespectAllNeeds #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Masking is the act of hiding one’s neurodivergent traits to fit in socially.
Masking means suppressing stims, scripting speech, or mimicking norms. It’s draining and often invisible. It leads to burnout.
#UnmaskingTruths #NeurodivergentReality #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst #AutismBurnout
Masking means suppressing stims, scripting speech, or mimicking norms. It’s draining and often invisible. It leads to burnout.
#UnmaskingTruths #NeurodivergentReality #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst #AutismBurnout
December 6, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Masking is the act of hiding one’s neurodivergent traits to fit in socially.
Masking means suppressing stims, scripting speech, or mimicking norms. It’s draining and often invisible. It leads to burnout.
#UnmaskingTruths #NeurodivergentReality #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst #AutismBurnout
Masking means suppressing stims, scripting speech, or mimicking norms. It’s draining and often invisible. It leads to burnout.
#UnmaskingTruths #NeurodivergentReality #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst #AutismBurnout
Many neurodivergent people are undiagnosed due to systemic bias and masking.
Late diagnosis is common, especially for women, LGBTQ+ folks, and people of color. Masking hides traits.
#LateDiagnosis #MaskingIsExhausting #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Late diagnosis is common, especially for women, LGBTQ+ folks, and people of color. Masking hides traits.
#LateDiagnosis #MaskingIsExhausting #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 5, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Many neurodivergent people are undiagnosed due to systemic bias and masking.
Late diagnosis is common, especially for women, LGBTQ+ folks, and people of color. Masking hides traits.
#LateDiagnosis #MaskingIsExhausting #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Late diagnosis is common, especially for women, LGBTQ+ folks, and people of color. Masking hides traits.
#LateDiagnosis #MaskingIsExhausting #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodiversity is analogous to biodiversity—it strengthens communities through variation.
Cognitive diversity adds resilience, creativity, and depth. Every mind brings something vital to the collective.
#NeurodiversityIsStrength #BiodiversityOfMinds #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Cognitive diversity adds resilience, creativity, and depth. Every mind brings something vital to the collective.
#NeurodiversityIsStrength #BiodiversityOfMinds #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 4, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurodiversity is analogous to biodiversity—it strengthens communities through variation.
Cognitive diversity adds resilience, creativity, and depth. Every mind brings something vital to the collective.
#NeurodiversityIsStrength #BiodiversityOfMinds #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Cognitive diversity adds resilience, creativity, and depth. Every mind brings something vital to the collective.
#NeurodiversityIsStrength #BiodiversityOfMinds #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodivergent people may experience sensory input more intensely or differently.
Lights, sounds, textures, or smells can feel overwhelming. These sensory responses are valid and deserve respect.
#SensoryAwareness #NeurodivergentExperience #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Lights, sounds, textures, or smells can feel overwhelming. These sensory responses are valid and deserve respect.
#SensoryAwareness #NeurodivergentExperience #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 3, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurodivergent people may experience sensory input more intensely or differently.
Lights, sounds, textures, or smells can feel overwhelming. These sensory responses are valid and deserve respect.
#SensoryAwareness #NeurodivergentExperience #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Lights, sounds, textures, or smells can feel overwhelming. These sensory responses are valid and deserve respect.
#SensoryAwareness #NeurodivergentExperience #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurotypical means a person whose brain functions align with societal norms.
Neurotypical isn’t “better”—just more common. Understanding this helps reduce stigma and promote inclusion.
#NeurotypicalDefined #UnderstandingNeurodiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurotypical isn’t “better”—just more common. Understanding this helps reduce stigma and promote inclusion.
#NeurotypicalDefined #UnderstandingNeurodiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 2, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurotypical means a person whose brain functions align with societal norms.
Neurotypical isn’t “better”—just more common. Understanding this helps reduce stigma and promote inclusion.
#NeurotypicalDefined #UnderstandingNeurodiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurotypical isn’t “better”—just more common. Understanding this helps reduce stigma and promote inclusion.
#NeurotypicalDefined #UnderstandingNeurodiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodivergence includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, Tourette’s, OCD, and more.
Neurodivergence describes brains that work differently from the norm—each with unique traits and needs.
#NeurodivergentVoices #BrainDiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodivergence describes brains that work differently from the norm—each with unique traits and needs.
#NeurodivergentVoices #BrainDiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
December 1, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurodivergence includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, Tourette’s, OCD, and more.
Neurodivergence describes brains that work differently from the norm—each with unique traits and needs.
#NeurodivergentVoices #BrainDiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodivergence describes brains that work differently from the norm—each with unique traits and needs.
#NeurodivergentVoices #BrainDiversity #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
The term "neurodiversity" was coined by sociologist Judy Singer in the late 1990s.
Judy Singer created the term “neurodiversity” to reframe neurological differences as natural, not disordered.
#JudySinger #NeurodiversityHistory #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Judy Singer created the term “neurodiversity” to reframe neurological differences as natural, not disordered.
#JudySinger #NeurodiversityHistory #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
November 30, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The term "neurodiversity" was coined by sociologist Judy Singer in the late 1990s.
Judy Singer created the term “neurodiversity” to reframe neurological differences as natural, not disordered.
#JudySinger #NeurodiversityHistory #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Judy Singer created the term “neurodiversity” to reframe neurological differences as natural, not disordered.
#JudySinger #NeurodiversityHistory #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodiversity is the idea that brain differences are natural and valuable—not deficits.
Neurodiversity means cognitive differences like autism and ADHD are part of human variation—not flaws.
#NeurodiversityIsNatural #InclusiveThinking #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodiversity means cognitive differences like autism and ADHD are part of human variation—not flaws.
#NeurodiversityIsNatural #InclusiveThinking #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
November 29, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Neurodiversity is the idea that brain differences are natural and valuable—not deficits.
Neurodiversity means cognitive differences like autism and ADHD are part of human variation—not flaws.
#NeurodiversityIsNatural #InclusiveThinking #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
Neurodiversity means cognitive differences like autism and ADHD are part of human variation—not flaws.
#NeurodiversityIsNatural #InclusiveThinking #AmethystAmesAndCo #AdvocatingForAmethyst
You deserve to exist exactly as you are. No edits, no masks, no apologies. You are luminous, layered, and entirely enough.
#NeurodivergentRadiance #AffirmationMagic #AmethystAmesAndCo
#NeurodivergentRadiance #AffirmationMagic #AmethystAmesAndCo
November 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM
You deserve to exist exactly as you are. No edits, no masks, no apologies. You are luminous, layered, and entirely enough.
#NeurodivergentRadiance #AffirmationMagic #AmethystAmesAndCo
#NeurodivergentRadiance #AffirmationMagic #AmethystAmesAndCo
You deserve to be here. In this moment, in this body, in this breath. Your existence is not a mistake—it’s a miracle.
#RadicalBelonging #CelestialPresence #AmethystAmesAndCo
#RadicalBelonging #CelestialPresence #AmethystAmesAndCo
November 27, 2025 at 5:01 PM
You deserve to be here. In this moment, in this body, in this breath. Your existence is not a mistake—it’s a miracle.
#RadicalBelonging #CelestialPresence #AmethystAmesAndCo
#RadicalBelonging #CelestialPresence #AmethystAmesAndCo
You deserve to be whole. Not fixed, not fragmented. Your complexity is cosmic. You are not a work in progress—you are a work of wonder.
#MysticalIdentity #NeurodivergentWholeness #AmethystAmesAndCo
#MysticalIdentity #NeurodivergentWholeness #AmethystAmesAndCo
November 26, 2025 at 5:01 PM
You deserve to be whole. Not fixed, not fragmented. Your complexity is cosmic. You are not a work in progress—you are a work of wonder.
#MysticalIdentity #NeurodivergentWholeness #AmethystAmesAndCo
#MysticalIdentity #NeurodivergentWholeness #AmethystAmesAndCo