❤❤❤ Abbey is so cool. My husband is on the spectrum. I have what is called a TBi. Thats short for traumatic brain injury. I was in my 30s. It’s been ten years since the car accident and your channel and your mom’s channel helps me to,”just keep swimming, just keep swimming,” like Dori in Finding Nemo. I want to be where the people are, too! I love your message to humans to be their inner Ariel and Mufassa. Thank you for your videos. Sending love to you and yours from Orlando, Florida. Heather.
This gave me the chills. Abbey you did such a wonderful job with your speech! Your such an incredible person and don't u ever lose this incredible and amazing drive to keep going and pushing forward. We absolutely adore you! ❤
I hope all people learn to communicate as authentically as this. Expressing clearly how things make them feel would help us all live better lives and create a world that would help people thrive. 🙏
I've never before heard someone give such an effective description of trying to express your emotions. Also, what a smart idea from mom to make a visual dictionary of emotions 💕
Abby the discipline and courage you have to be the best version of yourself is that of a champion! You are such an amazing young lady. Keep your head up and know what an inspiration you are to not only to those on the spectrum but those who also are not. Because sometimes people give in..and stay in one spot. The sky is the limit for you Abby!
I love Abby so much! Well done! Well explained. Excellent public speaking. Abby is helping people who have autism and people who don’t understand so much more about ourselves and each other. Many typical people can’t express themselves as well as Abby does. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Abbey, I relate to this so much it made me cry. I remember being that little girl you described and sometimes still feel like her to this day. I'm not diagnosed, but I have many autistic traits and I assume that I am on the spectrum somewhere. I still struggle with verbal communication in certain situations. You are very lucky to have received all of the therapy that you did as a child. Be thankful for your family who addressed your struggles instead of ignoring them. I loved your speech!!
Unless you are assessed as autistic, you don’t whether or not you actually are autistic. Self-diagnosis is inaccurate. Many of the online quizzes used for it are outdated, and were only developed for assessing autistic boys. People have a tendency to answer questions in this quizzes in a way that will give them the outcome they want. They don’t always give the most accurate answers. Doing a self-assessment for autism also doesn’t let you know if you have a mental health condition, rather than autism. Or as well as autism. It is very common for autistic people to also have ADHD. My friend has autism, ADHD, OCD, and Tourette’s. That was all picked up by formal assessment. You obviously got formal assessments done for your children. Do one for yourself.
I was proud of this Asperger-diagnosed young woman that she overcame stage fright to give motivational speech to the whole audience about her life on the autism spectrum. It warms my heart.
My understanding is that Abbey has had a lot of speech therapy and worked very hard to speak as well as she does now. Also I believe I’ve heard mention in some videos of her having a carer or some other assistance at home. So, I don’t think she would have been diagnosed with Asperger’s when that was still a thing. It’s likely the current diagnosis she’d receive is ASD 2 or 3. But it’s more straightforward to just say she’s autistic or that she has autism. You’ll hear in the video that she says she has autism. She doesn’t refer to herself as someone with Asperger’s.
Abbey is an amazing young woman, and I think her mom deserves a ton of credit- you can really tell how much she has worked with her daughter. She’s given all of her self, and what a worthwhile result she’s received!
Sooooo cool!!! you are amazing Abbey! My 22-year-old son is on the spectrum, and he has had his own challenges growing up but has made leaps and bounds in overcome them throughout the years. You are an inspiration for people with autism. You also just make me want to be a better person. I love your videos. Keep them coming please.
And I can so appreciate her mother. She came all this way, because yes, she did the work, but it was all overseen by such a loving and caring mother. Great job Abby. I love you on the show too.
I only actually like I'm Autistic when I have to speak in public to an audience! It's my only n wrist phobia, causes me so much anxiety and stress, paranoia, I go to pieces really, the sweats! It's so frustrating! Cus I'm fine n confident in a group discussion, and a leader in informal groups, but public speaking, I crumble n stutter, so strange as I don't even know why! Ironic that it Abbey is fine and so gud doing it! ❤😮
I have autism, and I never knew that being too mentally preoccupied with memories could be considered a symptom for some. That's really interesting to know. The older I get, the more I find myself living in my memories, as well as hypothetical conversations in my head with others, instead of the present. When I realize that I have been spacing out and daydreaming, I end up feeling guilty over it, like something is wrong with me for getting so distracted with my thoughts that I can't focus on what I need to do in the physical world. I actually have wondered if I had something wrong with me, like a brain tumor or something, because of how much I dissociate and live more inside of my mind... I guess I am somewhat relieved to know that it's just another part of autism?
I can relate to you, Abbey, in terms of having my thoughts be in my memories a lot. That visual book for emotions is brilliant! Way to go, Abbey’s mom! ❤
This young lady is truly fabulous, she is growing up to be a wonderfully kind and aware human. Her mother is an amazing parent and is preparing Abbey to live and function in the world so that she will be okay even when her mother is gone. Truly inspirational and a testament to everyone involved, especially Abbey and her mother.
I feel like with Abby explaining her emotions it helped me better understand mine and my actions. I don’t know how I started following you but I know why I continue too. I look up to you Abbey!! It’s typical to say for a lot of people but you really really do have a brightness about you that lights up a room. ❤️
That was a wonderful talk. I enjoyed listening to it very much. 🎉 it was supa interesting. I like mermaids too. I pretend that I'm a mermaid when I am swimming :) 😀 X
I’ve never been diagnosed with autism and this lady is a better public speaker than I am and better at articulating herself and identifying her emotions than I’ve ever been. How far on the spectrum is she? One click?
@trinkladd as I mentioned to edelquinn - There are people that have been in her life since they were in preschool and elementary school. They’ve always known she’s had autism.
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❤❤❤ Abbey is so cool. My husband is on the spectrum. I have what is called a TBi. Thats short for traumatic brain injury. I was in my 30s. It’s been ten years since the car accident and your channel and your mom’s channel helps me to,”just keep swimming, just keep swimming,” like Dori in Finding Nemo. I want to be where the people are, too! I love your message to humans to be their inner Ariel and Mufassa. Thank you for your videos.
Sending love to you and yours from Orlando, Florida. Heather.
You are an incredible speaker, Abbey. I really enjoyed your speech and you did a wonderful job.
This gave me the chills. Abbey you did such a wonderful job with your speech! Your such an incredible person and don't u ever lose this incredible and amazing drive to keep going and pushing forward. We absolutely adore you! ❤
Abby is such a competent public speaker! She is far better than most neurotypical people I have seen on a podium :) xx
better than Joe Biden that’s for sure
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You haven’t seen many public speakers, then.
There are some amazing speeches. Many are given at awards shows.
This one is just OK.
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I hope all people learn to communicate as authentically as this. Expressing clearly how things make them feel would help us all live better lives and create a world that would help people thrive. 🙏
That was such a wonderful speech, Abbey! I’m so impressed! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
So good! And very engaging!
She's inspiring
I've never before heard someone give such an effective description of trying to express your emotions. Also, what a smart idea from mom to make a visual dictionary of emotions 💕
Abby the discipline and courage you have to be the best version of yourself is that of a champion! You are such an amazing young lady. Keep your head up and know what an inspiration you are to not only to those on the spectrum but those who also are not. Because sometimes people give in..and stay in one spot. The sky is the limit for you Abby!
Abbey is so awesome. Her mother is so incredibly supportive. Y'all make the world happy, we need more people like you. THANK YOU!
I love Abby so much! Well done! Well explained. Excellent public speaking. Abby is helping people who have autism and people who don’t understand so much more about ourselves and each other. Many typical people can’t express themselves as well as Abby does. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
I love you so much Abby!! You inspire me!!!
Abbey you are amazing!! I wish I was as brave as you. I could never get up there and speak in front of people like you do! Bravo girl 🎉
Omg Abby you did amazing 🥹🫶🏼😭❤️ this was so so beautiful!
Abby’s momma you have done an amazing job and are doing amazing 🤩🫶🏼🫂
Abbey, I relate to this so much it made me cry. I remember being that little girl you described and sometimes still feel like her to this day. I'm not diagnosed, but I have many autistic traits and I assume that I am on the spectrum somewhere. I still struggle with verbal communication in certain situations. You are very lucky to have received all of the therapy that you did as a child. Be thankful for your family who addressed your struggles instead of ignoring them. I loved your speech!!
Unless you are assessed as autistic, you don’t whether or not you actually are autistic.
Self-diagnosis is inaccurate. Many of the online quizzes used for it are outdated, and were only developed for assessing autistic boys.
People have a tendency to answer questions in this quizzes in a way that will give them the outcome they want. They don’t always give the most accurate answers.
Doing a self-assessment for autism also doesn’t let you know if you have a mental health condition, rather than autism. Or as well as autism.
It is very common for autistic people to also have ADHD.
My friend has autism, ADHD, OCD, and Tourette’s. That was all picked up by formal assessment.
You obviously got formal assessments done for your children. Do one for yourself.
I know of many autistic people including myself who knew they were on the spectrum before being diagnosed ❤
I just found Abbey, but I feel donproud of her. What a great job talking in front of people, and great speech! ❤
I was proud of this Asperger-diagnosed young woman that she overcame stage fright to give motivational speech to the whole audience about her life on the autism spectrum. It warms my heart.
She has autism not Asperger, that’s not a diagnosis any longer, and when it was that was high functioning autism with no language delay
My understanding is that Abbey has had a lot of speech therapy and worked very hard to speak as well as she does now. Also I believe I’ve heard mention in some videos of her having a carer or some other assistance at home.
So, I don’t think she would have been diagnosed with Asperger’s when that was still a thing. It’s likely the current diagnosis she’d receive is ASD 2 or 3.
But it’s more straightforward to just say she’s autistic or that she has autism. You’ll hear in the video that she says she has autism. She doesn’t refer to herself as someone with Asperger’s.
As a parent of a similar autistic child, I can say I would be so proud.
Inspired 😁⭐😁⭐😁 thank you Abbey
She has a beautiful mother as well
Abbey is an amazing young woman, and I think her mom deserves a ton of credit- you can really tell how much she has worked with her daughter. She’s given all of her self, and what a worthwhile result she’s received!
Abbey is so awesome
ABBEY YOU ARE AMAZING! XO
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Great speech! Thank you for sharing your life and helping us understand autism.
Sooooo cool!!! you are amazing Abbey! My 22-year-old son is on the spectrum, and he has had his own challenges growing up but has made leaps and bounds in overcome them throughout the years. You are an inspiration for people with autism. You also just make me want to be a better person. I love your videos. Keep them coming please.
The legend that is Abbey doing legendary stuff as per.
Abbey you slayed!! So beautiful and well spoken 🧜♀💜✨
Wow you are very brave to go up there and make a speech! I'd be too nervous to go up there and talk!
And I can so appreciate her mother. She came all this way, because yes, she did the work, but it was all overseen by such a loving and caring mother. Great job Abby. I love you on the show too.
The mother is amazing!
There's NOTHING Abbey can't do!!! Takes major guts to public speak. You're helping millions with your words ♥
Awesome
So brave! Wonderful job! Such a wonderful woman!
Explained your thoughts very well Abbey. It helped me understand you & Autisn😊
I only actually like I'm Autistic when I have to speak in public to an audience! It's my only n wrist phobia, causes me so much anxiety and stress, paranoia, I go to pieces really, the sweats! It's so frustrating! Cus I'm fine n confident in a group discussion, and a leader in informal groups, but public speaking, I crumble n stutter, so strange as I don't even know why! Ironic that it Abbey is fine and so gud doing it! ❤😮
I have autism, and I never knew that being too mentally preoccupied with memories could be considered a symptom for some. That's really interesting to know. The older I get, the more I find myself living in my memories, as well as hypothetical conversations in my head with others, instead of the present. When I realize that I have been spacing out and daydreaming, I end up feeling guilty over it, like something is wrong with me for getting so distracted with my thoughts that I can't focus on what I need to do in the physical world. I actually have wondered if I had something wrong with me, like a brain tumor or something, because of how much I dissociate and live more inside of my mind... I guess I am somewhat relieved to know that it's just another part of autism?
excellent abbey! you and your mom are terrific!
Her mother is the amazing hero!
Great job Abby!! You are such a splendid role model for kids struggling with autism.
good job abbey!!!! You did great! I could have never done that! You are a trooper! An inspiration :) :) :)
My niece was diagnosed with autism at age 2….shes now 4 and struggles so much.
I hope one day she can get to the point where Abby is
I can relate to you, Abbey, in terms of having my thoughts be in my memories a lot. That visual book for emotions is brilliant! Way to go, Abbey’s mom! ❤
Love Abbey such a beautiful human , so hard to speak in public and absolutely nailed it .😊
This young lady is truly fabulous, she is growing up to be a wonderfully kind and aware human. Her mother is an amazing parent and is preparing Abbey to live and function in the world so that she will be okay even when her mother is gone. Truly inspirational and a testament to everyone involved, especially Abbey and her mother.
Well done Abbey!!
I am so so proud of you
Thank you. I'm a little like you. I love your description of how your brain works. Mine does too.
real life Angel🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤
You were amazing Abbey!!!!!❤❤❤❤
You fit in beautifully Abbey ❤
She’s a great speaker!!
🦁Thank you Abby for a great informative speech, you are so brave.🧜🏻♀️
I feel like with Abby explaining her emotions it helped me better understand mine and my actions. I don’t know how I started following you but I know why I continue too. I look up to you Abbey!! It’s typical to say for a lot of people but you really really do have a brightness about you that lights up a room. ❤️
Thank you for the speech. You are so articulate Abbey and can really hold people’s attention.
Everyone is my guru. Thank you Abby, for being my teacher🙏🏽
You get it young lady! Your honesty, and unfiltered nature is far superior to others. I enjoy your videos soo much! Thank you!
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It's amazing how her brain makes symbol and story more real than reality itself
Well done Abbey!!
Amazing Abby! 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Excellent and informative presentation! Very engaging.
Well done Abby! This is awesome you share your experience, so sweet.
Good job Abby
I’m such a huge fan! She’s my favorite human alive!
Beautiful
Beautiful speech! She did a lot better than I could!!!❤
Wow I went threw that when I was little I couldn't talk eather 🎉🎉🎉 😊😊😊
That was a wonderful talk. I enjoyed listening to it very much. 🎉 it was supa interesting. I like mermaids too. I pretend that I'm a mermaid when I am swimming :) 😀 X
I have tons of respect. I get anxious talking one on one with people much less this 💪
Great job!
You are so amazing, Abbey. We love you!
Excellent 💕💕💕
I'm way emotional and grateful Abby has wonderful people working with her it's amazing
Working/supporting
Amazing. Well done Abbey.
How awesome! Great job Abbey!
That was inspiring. 🙏🏽❤️
Very nice speach ❤
WOW flash backs
Great job!
Interesting
Good job Abby!
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I’ve never been diagnosed with autism and this lady is a better public speaker than I am and better at articulating herself and identifying her emotions than I’ve ever been. How far on the spectrum is she? One click?
Abbey is an amazing public speaker, singer and performer. I’m very proud! You go girl!
People are so gullible
So true people are super gullible
@trinkladd as I mentioned to edelquinn - There are people that have been in her life since they were in preschool and elementary school. They’ve always known she’s had autism.
She’s worked very hard on reaching her milestones. She’s an inspiration to so many
@@kelligirl1210 she doesn’t have autism she’s faking it for money and she’s a terrible fake
Your damn right they are!!! This chick is such a faker! It’s disgusting
Liar.