Ben Canham
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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.
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.
I’m back who’s missed me? 😊
February 1, 2026 at 12:07 AM
I’m back who’s missed me? 😊
Last summer I stood before
the Martin Luther King Jr.
Memorial in Washington, DC.
Stone can’t fully hold the
weight of his courage or his
words. But standing there
reminded me that justice is
unfinished work and each
of us is responsible for
carrying it forward. The dream
still asks something of us.
the Martin Luther King Jr.
Memorial in Washington, DC.
Stone can’t fully hold the
weight of his courage or his
words. But standing there
reminded me that justice is
unfinished work and each
of us is responsible for
carrying it forward. The dream
still asks something of us.
January 19, 2026 at 5:56 AM
Last summer I stood before
the Martin Luther King Jr.
Memorial in Washington, DC.
Stone can’t fully hold the
weight of his courage or his
words. But standing there
reminded me that justice is
unfinished work and each
of us is responsible for
carrying it forward. The dream
still asks something of us.
the Martin Luther King Jr.
Memorial in Washington, DC.
Stone can’t fully hold the
weight of his courage or his
words. But standing there
reminded me that justice is
unfinished work and each
of us is responsible for
carrying it forward. The dream
still asks something of us.
Before Christmas, I had
the honor of being interviewed
by Jovanna Vidal, an actress
from Dhar Mann, to talk about
my journey with autism and my
story. It meant a lot to share my
experiences and be heard. 😊
the honor of being interviewed
by Jovanna Vidal, an actress
from Dhar Mann, to talk about
my journey with autism and my
story. It meant a lot to share my
experiences and be heard. 😊
January 16, 2026 at 5:53 AM
Before Christmas, I had
the honor of being interviewed
by Jovanna Vidal, an actress
from Dhar Mann, to talk about
my journey with autism and my
story. It meant a lot to share my
experiences and be heard. 😊
the honor of being interviewed
by Jovanna Vidal, an actress
from Dhar Mann, to talk about
my journey with autism and my
story. It meant a lot to share my
experiences and be heard. 😊
It’s been ten years today
since I lost my mom to heart
failure it’s always a really hard
day for me to get through.
But I think of the good
memories we had together.
Here’s a photo of me and my
mom it’s my favourite picture.
since I lost my mom to heart
failure it’s always a really hard
day for me to get through.
But I think of the good
memories we had together.
Here’s a photo of me and my
mom it’s my favourite picture.
January 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM
It’s been ten years today
since I lost my mom to heart
failure it’s always a really hard
day for me to get through.
But I think of the good
memories we had together.
Here’s a photo of me and my
mom it’s my favourite picture.
since I lost my mom to heart
failure it’s always a really hard
day for me to get through.
But I think of the good
memories we had together.
Here’s a photo of me and my
mom it’s my favourite picture.
During my time away, I’ve been
trying to focus on things that feel
uplifting and grounding. I’ve been
watching a lot of Dhar Mann on
YouTube, and honestly, his videos
have been such a bright spot for
me during these hard times.
trying to focus on things that feel
uplifting and grounding. I’ve been
watching a lot of Dhar Mann on
YouTube, and honestly, his videos
have been such a bright spot for
me during these hard times.
January 13, 2026 at 9:52 PM
During my time away, I’ve been
trying to focus on things that feel
uplifting and grounding. I’ve been
watching a lot of Dhar Mann on
YouTube, and honestly, his videos
have been such a bright spot for
me during these hard times.
trying to focus on things that feel
uplifting and grounding. I’ve been
watching a lot of Dhar Mann on
YouTube, and honestly, his videos
have been such a bright spot for
me during these hard times.
I know I’ve been pretty quiet here,
and some of you have wondered where
I went. I decided to take a step back for
a bit because all the uncertainty in the
world lately has felt really heavy.
and some of you have wondered where
I went. I decided to take a step back for
a bit because all the uncertainty in the
world lately has felt really heavy.
January 13, 2026 at 9:42 PM
I know I’ve been pretty quiet here,
and some of you have wondered where
I went. I decided to take a step back for
a bit because all the uncertainty in the
world lately has felt really heavy.
and some of you have wondered where
I went. I decided to take a step back for
a bit because all the uncertainty in the
world lately has felt really heavy.
Happy New Year everyone! 🎆
January 1, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Happy New Year everyone! 🎆
2025 was not the year I expected but
it became the year I truly needed. What
started off as a difficult beginning came
with challenges, uncertainty, and moments
that tested me more than I anticipated.
it became the year I truly needed. What
started off as a difficult beginning came
with challenges, uncertainty, and moments
that tested me more than I anticipated.
December 31, 2025 at 4:53 PM
2025 was not the year I expected but
it became the year I truly needed. What
started off as a difficult beginning came
with challenges, uncertainty, and moments
that tested me more than I anticipated.
it became the year I truly needed. What
started off as a difficult beginning came
with challenges, uncertainty, and moments
that tested me more than I anticipated.
Truly honored to receive an
Honorary American award as
a Christmas gift. America is a country
close to my heart, and I hope one
day I can proudly call it home.
Grateful beyond words. 🗽🇺🇸
Honorary American award as
a Christmas gift. America is a country
close to my heart, and I hope one
day I can proudly call it home.
Grateful beyond words. 🗽🇺🇸
December 26, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Truly honored to receive an
Honorary American award as
a Christmas gift. America is a country
close to my heart, and I hope one
day I can proudly call it home.
Grateful beyond words. 🗽🇺🇸
Honorary American award as
a Christmas gift. America is a country
close to my heart, and I hope one
day I can proudly call it home.
Grateful beyond words. 🗽🇺🇸
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Great to meet my friend @bencanham.bsky.social in person while he is in the states.
December 26, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Great to meet my friend @bencanham.bsky.social in person while he is in the states.
Merry Christmas to all of my lovely friends
thank you all for making 2025 a fantastic
year I hope you all have a lovely time! 🎅🏻🎄
thank you all for making 2025 a fantastic
year I hope you all have a lovely time! 🎅🏻🎄
December 24, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Merry Christmas to all of my lovely friends
thank you all for making 2025 a fantastic
year I hope you all have a lovely time! 🎅🏻🎄
thank you all for making 2025 a fantastic
year I hope you all have a lovely time! 🎅🏻🎄
Autism doesn't make me less
capable it just means I need
the world to stop assuming
everyone's brain works the same.
capable it just means I need
the world to stop assuming
everyone's brain works the same.
December 18, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Autism doesn't make me less
capable it just means I need
the world to stop assuming
everyone's brain works the same.
capable it just means I need
the world to stop assuming
everyone's brain works the same.
I'm learning to celebrate
the small victories getting
through a hard day, speaking
up when I usually stay silent,
choosing hope over fear.
Those moments matter.
the small victories getting
through a hard day, speaking
up when I usually stay silent,
choosing hope over fear.
Those moments matter.
December 17, 2025 at 1:59 AM
I'm learning to celebrate
the small victories getting
through a hard day, speaking
up when I usually stay silent,
choosing hope over fear.
Those moments matter.
the small victories getting
through a hard day, speaking
up when I usually stay silent,
choosing hope over fear.
Those moments matter.
Not all disabilities are visible.
December 14, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Not all disabilities are visible.
I get my groceries delivered because
of my PTSD and anxiety, which can make
everyday tasks difficult for me. It’s something
that helps me manage my mental health.
I wish people wouldn’t be so judgmental
about choices that don’t affect them.
of my PTSD and anxiety, which can make
everyday tasks difficult for me. It’s something
that helps me manage my mental health.
I wish people wouldn’t be so judgmental
about choices that don’t affect them.
December 14, 2025 at 1:23 AM
I get my groceries delivered because
of my PTSD and anxiety, which can make
everyday tasks difficult for me. It’s something
that helps me manage my mental health.
I wish people wouldn’t be so judgmental
about choices that don’t affect them.
of my PTSD and anxiety, which can make
everyday tasks difficult for me. It’s something
that helps me manage my mental health.
I wish people wouldn’t be so judgmental
about choices that don’t affect them.
I've been doubted,
misunderstood,
and underestimated
but I'm still here, still
trying, still growing.
That's something
to be proud of. 😊
misunderstood,
and underestimated
but I'm still here, still
trying, still growing.
That's something
to be proud of. 😊
December 12, 2025 at 11:26 PM
I've been doubted,
misunderstood,
and underestimated
but I'm still here, still
trying, still growing.
That's something
to be proud of. 😊
misunderstood,
and underestimated
but I'm still here, still
trying, still growing.
That's something
to be proud of. 😊
Being autistic taught me
something powerful: you don't
need to follow someone else's path
to make your life meaningful.
something powerful: you don't
need to follow someone else's path
to make your life meaningful.
December 12, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Being autistic taught me
something powerful: you don't
need to follow someone else's path
to make your life meaningful.
something powerful: you don't
need to follow someone else's path
to make your life meaningful.
Autism doesn't make life simple. It makes
life intense. And in that intensity, l've learned
more about strength than I ever expected.
life intense. And in that intensity, l've learned
more about strength than I ever expected.
December 11, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Autism doesn't make life simple. It makes
life intense. And in that intensity, l've learned
more about strength than I ever expected.
life intense. And in that intensity, l've learned
more about strength than I ever expected.
Sitting in my living room watching planes
glide overhead. This British Airways flight is on
its way to Los Angeles. I love days like this clear
skies, quiet moments, and feeling connected
to the journeys happening above me. 😊
glide overhead. This British Airways flight is on
its way to Los Angeles. I love days like this clear
skies, quiet moments, and feeling connected
to the journeys happening above me. 😊
December 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Sitting in my living room watching planes
glide overhead. This British Airways flight is on
its way to Los Angeles. I love days like this clear
skies, quiet moments, and feeling connected
to the journeys happening above me. 😊
glide overhead. This British Airways flight is on
its way to Los Angeles. I love days like this clear
skies, quiet moments, and feeling connected
to the journeys happening above me. 😊
My journey isn't about trying to be
someone l'm not. It's about becoming
someone I can finally be proud of.
someone l'm not. It's about becoming
someone I can finally be proud of.
December 9, 2025 at 11:08 PM
My journey isn't about trying to be
someone l'm not. It's about becoming
someone I can finally be proud of.
someone l'm not. It's about becoming
someone I can finally be proud of.
My journey hasn't been easy, but it's real.
And if sharing it helps even one person
feel seen, then it's worth every word. 😊
And if sharing it helps even one person
feel seen, then it's worth every word. 😊
December 9, 2025 at 1:46 AM
My journey hasn't been easy, but it's real.
And if sharing it helps even one person
feel seen, then it's worth every word. 😊
And if sharing it helps even one person
feel seen, then it's worth every word. 😊
Autism doesn't stop me from
caring deeply. It just means
I feel everything more strongly
pain, joy, loyalty, connection.
And that’s not a weakness.
caring deeply. It just means
I feel everything more strongly
pain, joy, loyalty, connection.
And that’s not a weakness.
December 9, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Autism doesn't stop me from
caring deeply. It just means
I feel everything more strongly
pain, joy, loyalty, connection.
And that’s not a weakness.
caring deeply. It just means
I feel everything more strongly
pain, joy, loyalty, connection.
And that’s not a weakness.
The world overwhelmed me long
before l ever understood why. Now I'm
learning to navigate it in my own way
slowly, honestly, unapologetically.
before l ever understood why. Now I'm
learning to navigate it in my own way
slowly, honestly, unapologetically.
December 9, 2025 at 1:16 AM
The world overwhelmed me long
before l ever understood why. Now I'm
learning to navigate it in my own way
slowly, honestly, unapologetically.
before l ever understood why. Now I'm
learning to navigate it in my own way
slowly, honestly, unapologetically.
Spent the evening back in my hometown
of Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Enjoyed a
lovely meal out and then wandered through the
town to see the Christmas lights and the tree all
lit up. Such a perfect festive evening! 🎅🏻🎄
of Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Enjoyed a
lovely meal out and then wandered through the
town to see the Christmas lights and the tree all
lit up. Such a perfect festive evening! 🎅🏻🎄
December 6, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Spent the evening back in my hometown
of Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Enjoyed a
lovely meal out and then wandered through the
town to see the Christmas lights and the tree all
lit up. Such a perfect festive evening! 🎅🏻🎄
of Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Enjoyed a
lovely meal out and then wandered through the
town to see the Christmas lights and the tree all
lit up. Such a perfect festive evening! 🎅🏻🎄
Heartbroken to hear that
Lowndes is closing after 105 years.
I used to go on holiday to Skegness
with my parents, and walking into
this toy shop was one of the highlights
of every trip. I can still remember
the excitement, the colours, the
feeling of magic as a kid.
Lowndes is closing after 105 years.
I used to go on holiday to Skegness
with my parents, and walking into
this toy shop was one of the highlights
of every trip. I can still remember
the excitement, the colours, the
feeling of magic as a kid.
December 6, 2025 at 4:19 AM
Heartbroken to hear that
Lowndes is closing after 105 years.
I used to go on holiday to Skegness
with my parents, and walking into
this toy shop was one of the highlights
of every trip. I can still remember
the excitement, the colours, the
feeling of magic as a kid.
Lowndes is closing after 105 years.
I used to go on holiday to Skegness
with my parents, and walking into
this toy shop was one of the highlights
of every trip. I can still remember
the excitement, the colours, the
feeling of magic as a kid.