Different, Not Less: A neurodivergent's guide to embracing your true self and finding your happily ever after

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Hayden began posting to her YouTube channel in 2016, under the pseudonym Princess Aspien. [10] In 2020, she went viral after she posted a YouTube video criticizing Australian singer Sia's debut film Music for its portrayal of autism. [11]

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Diagnosed as autistic (and ADHD) at the age of thirteen and feeling ostracised from society, Chloe started an anonymous blog to share her feelings and to find a community, and ended up building something bigger than she ever dreamed. a b c d Boseley, Matilda (23 May 2020). " 'It's a superpower': an autistic young woman takes her message of inclusion to TikTok". The Guardian . Retrieved 28 May 2023.a b Wright, Elizabeth; Young, Evan (12 December 2022). "Autistic Heartbreak High actress Chloé Hayden grew up thinking she 'wasn't supposed to exist' ". ABC News (Australia) . Retrieved 28 May 2023. Chloé Hayden is an award winning motivational speaker, actor, performer, author, influencer, content creator and disability rights activist and advocate, the heart of which these all intersect being her passion for creating change, celebrating diversity, and pushing towards a better future. a b "See Chloé Hayden's Moving Acceptance Speech At Marie Claire's Women Of The Year Awards". Marie Claire. 10 November 2022 . Retrieved 28 May 2023. Hayden, Chloé (2022). Different, Not Less: A Neurodivergent's Guide to Embracing Your True Self and Finding Your Happily Ever After. Millers Point, New South Wales: Murdoch Books. ISBN 978-1-922616-18-0. OCLC 1334121296.

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Hayden's performance as Quinni in Heartbreak High was universally well-received, with many commending her for portraying a well-represented autistic character that isn't stereotyped. [17] At the age of 13, she had attended ten different schools and had severe depression and anxiety as a result of severe bullying, [5] leading Hayden to be homeschooled. [6] [7] She was diagnosed with autism at age 13, and ADHD at age 22. [8] [7] Description Description "Fierce, unapologetic and joyous . . . This book is a marvel." - Jordon Steele-John, Disability Rights Advocate and Australian SenatorBoland, Bray (24 April 2023). "Chloé Hayden launches Boldly Me podcast". Radio Today Australia . Retrieved 28 May 2023. See us for who we are, not for who we’re not. Unlearn your bias, your expectation, your stigmas, and instead learn from the community, from us. We are not your stigmas. Finally, I feel there’s no better way to end an interview with you, than by asking for a fact about the Titanic? Watson, Meg (28 February 2023). "Marvel Stadium announces changes after alleged ableism at Harry Styles show". The Age . Retrieved 28 May 2023.