johnnyprofane1

@johnnyprofane1@neurodifferent.me

Blogger Podcaster šŸ‘‰Invoker of Dopamine He/Him
#ActuallyAutistic ā™£ļø : infiniy_rainbow :
#AutisticAF Out Loud Podcast http://neon.ly/AFOLcast šŸŽ¤

Iā€™m an #AutisticElder. 70. Born before autism was inventedā€¦

Been a meditation teacher, cult member, magazine publisher, ad agency owner, non-profit activist, 3-time grad student, 3-time husband, homeless, mental health counselor, substance abuse counselor, cult counselor, homeless, fast-food clerk, Pretend Rock Star, homelessā€¦

I offer my life...

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johnnyprofane1, to actuallyaudhd

An update on my artistic portfolio, focusing on raw, unfiltered autistic experiences with brand new illustrations.

isual metaphors to represent the autistic experience, cognition & individual identity.

@actuallyautistic @actuallyautistics @actuallyaudhd

http://autisticaf.me/2023/12/20/recent-artwork-fall-2023-pt-1/

johnnyprofane1, to random

I've written a ton of articles on in the last 4 years.

So lotta folks donā€™t know WHERE to begin.

Here are a few hintsā€¦ Stories Everybodyā€™s Reading, My Personal Faves, Art, Poetry, about me... more.ā€¦

http://autisticaf.me/2023/12/17/johnny-recommends/

johnnyprofane1, to Autism

Thanks to the generosity of Megan McLaughlin, Ed Dupree, Cinja & Kimberly...

I've made a lot of progress toward this vital goal. But still a little over $200 shy of restoring our car.

If you've enjoyed my recent posts... and can help me out... I'd sure appreciate it.

Link to Ko-Fi Support: https://ko-fi.com/autisticaf

@actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics

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Hello, incredible community! Johnny Profane here with a humble request. AND, some well-deserved shoutouts at the end.šŸŒŸ

I provide all my info for free. But I depend on the generosity of folks like you to make it happen.

Link to Ko-Fi Support: https://lnkd.in/gKjeVEkA

Each day, I pour my heart into my work... to be a voice in our autism journey. Basically, cuz I gotta. That's special interests for ya...

But now, Iā€™ve hit a snag.

Our car, my lifeline in this rural Owensburg, is crying for help.

We were so fortunate... family members Zach & Sky GAVE us the van. Our Odyssey's absolutely neccessary to survive. At least in the country village we chose to support my autistic sensory need.

But we're facing brakes & tires. Which ain't cheap. Iā€™m staring down a $500 bill.

Plus Christmas is coming for the family. Kimmie has 7 extraordinary kids. And then there's the 17 grandkids showing more and more signs of extraordinary every day...

If you've found a friend in my words, consider lending a hand. Itā€™s more than just money; itā€™s keeping our dream of an autistic community alive.

You guys make MY dreams come true. Every day. In my freaking 70s.

It's my raw hope, I help make one or two come true for you by sharing my lived experience.

Iā€™m forever grateful for your past support. Together, we're more than just a community; we're a family.

With your help, we can continue this amazing journey. Thanks for being the stars in my night sky.

Big shoutout to EVERYBODY for always being there. And making AutisticAF Out Loud a reality!

Angie Kilroy
Bernard Grant
Bernadette Grosjean
Brea Corwin
Bridget Donahue
Burnett Grant
Chris Thompson
Cinja
Ed Dupree
Fellow Autistic
Heidi
Irene
JD Goulet
Jim Hogan
Kimmie Knapp
Marcus Garrett
Martin Nutbeem
Merlin Star
Nonimiz on TikTok
Potto
Tad
Wick
Zach & Sky Granger
And a dozen more folks who prefer anonymity.

Link to Ko-Fi Support: https://ko-fi.com/autisticaf

johnnyprofane1, to actuallyadhd

readers... looking for a long read to curl up this weekend?

How about a deep dive into the evolutionary aspects of autism ...?

Thought experiments will set your mind free...

@actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyaudhd @actuallyautistics

https://medium.com/artfullyautistic/autism-chatgpt-me-talk-a-new-powerful-alien-perspective-aae97ab34543

johnnyprofane1, to Autism

Dear ChatGPT: Imagine you're an Alien scientist. Visiting from another planet to study human .

You see a startling pattern. Human medicine, education, politics...

ALL make ONE fatal flaw...

@actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics
@actuallyaudhd

https://autisticaf.me/2023/12/13/autism-chatgpt-me-talk-a-new-powerful-alien-perspective/

johnnyprofane1, to actuallyadhd

Phase 2. For "Autism: ChatGPT & Me Talk a New, Powerful Alien Perspective" coming at ya this weekend.


The title "Autistic Galaxy" adds a layer of meaning to the image, emphasizing the rich and intricate inner universe often experienced by individuals on the autism spectrum. The cosmic scene within the silhouette suggests the depth and vastness of the autistic mind, filled with unique patterns of thought and perception. The intermingling of celestial bodies and mechanical elements could symbolize the structured yet expansive nature of autistic cognition, where logic and imagination coexist in harmony. The flow of ideas and thoughts might be represented by the comet-like streams, illustrating the dynamic and continuous movement of an autistic individual's internal universe. This image could be seen as a celebration of the diversity and complexity of the autistic experience, encapsulating the beauty of a perspective that encompasses both the analytical and the creative.

@actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics

johnnyprofane1, to Autism

šŸ§µ

Hello, incredible community! Johnny Profane here with a humble request. AND, some well-deserved shoutouts at the end.šŸŒŸ

I provide all my info for free. But I depend on the generosity of folks like you to make it happen.

https://ko-fi.com/autisticaf

Each day, I pour my heart into my work... to be a voice in our autism journey. Basically, cuz I gotta. That's special interests for ya...

But now, Iā€™ve hit a snag.

Our car, my lifeline in this rural Owensburg, is crying for help. We were so fortunate...

Family members Zach & Sky GAVE us the van. Our Odyssey's absolutely neccessary to survive. At least in the country village we chose to support my autistic sensory need.

But we're facing brakes & tires. Which ain't cheap. Iā€™m staring down a $500 bill.

Plus Christmas is coming for the family. Kimmie has 7 extraordinary kids. And then there's the 17 grandkids showing more and more signs of extraordinary every day...

If you've found a friend in my words, consider lending a hand. Itā€™s more than just money; itā€™s keeping our dream of an autistic community alive.

You guys make MY dreams come true. Every day. In my freaking 70s.

It's my raw hope, I help make one or two come true for you by sharing my lived experience.

Iā€™m forever grateful for your past support. Together, we're more than just a community; we're a family.

With your help, we can continue this amazing journey. Thanks for being the stars in my night sky.

Big shoutout to EVERYBODY for always being there. And making AutisticAF Out Loud a reality!

Angie Kilroy
Bernard Grant
Bernadette Grosjean
Brea Corwin
Bridget Donahue
Burnett Grant
Chris Thompson
Cinja
Ed Dupree
Fellow Autistic
Heidi
Irene
JD Goulet
Jim Hogan
Kimmie Knapp
Marcus Garrett
Martin Nutbeem
Merlin Star
Nonimiz on TikTok
Potto
Tad
Wick
Zach & Sky Granger
And a dozen more folks who prefer anonymity.

https://ko-fi.com/autisticaf

@actuallyautistic
@actuallyadhd
@actuallyaudhd
@actuallyautistics

johnnyprofane1, to actuallyadhd

I always try to give 's discerning readers my very best.

Raw, unfiltered truth. Many of us who are autisticā€¦ live it. But we donā€™t talk about it.. much. At least not out loudā€¦

https://medium.com/artfullyautistic/actually-autistic-whatever-doesnt-kill-your-unique-neurodivergent-ass-340347dd497c

I'm honored to be published in Artfully Autistic, home to new neurodivergent voices. Check it out.

https://medium.com/artfullyautistic

@actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyaudhd @actuallyautistics

johnnyprofane1, to ADHD

? Whatever Doesnā€™t Kill Your Unique Neurodivergent Assā€¦

Raw, unfiltered truth. Many of us who are autistic... live it. But we donā€™t talk about it.. much. At least not out loud...

http://autisticaf.me/2023/12/06/actually-autistic-whatever-doesnt-kill-your-unique-neurodivergent-ass/

johnnyprofane1, to disability

Tentative title, "Disabled Warrior".

Tentative podcast title, "Actually Autistic? Whatever Doesn't Kill Your Neurodivergent Ass..."

But I need my wife;s input before I get too married to it....

The nice thing about digital art is it never has to be finished. On this one I got too deep into the image. There's a lot going on you can't see cuz the midtones are too dark...

The non-gendered warrior SHOULD be creating themself (to coin language) out of and battling dark chaos, a bright spark headed toward a dim light... they never know if there's a goal...

Plus they wear a blindfold like Lady Liberty.

In the chaos behind them are dim objects of adversity... chains, car wreck, wheel chair, a fallen dove... others I probably forget ...

Working on the post...

@actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics

"Friedrich Nietzsche Ist Untoter..." A fantasy 19th-centure book illustration of Friedrich Nietzsche, vandalized by a bright red grafitti x. Next to his name, Friedrich Neitzche in the book plate, black spray-painted grafitti reads "ist untoter..."

johnnyprofane1,

@GreenRoc @actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics

The second image is a sophomoric joke. I hope it will make sense in context. Friedrich Nietzsche is the philosopher who wrote, "Whatever doesn't kill me makes me stronger."

I take strong exception to Toxic Positivty in the post I'm writing. The phrase "Friedrich Nietzsche ist untoter," means he's "undead." Like a philosophical zombie...

I made it grafitti, cuz, well, Banksy blows my mind.

johnnyprofane1,

@GreenRoc @actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics

Starts like this...

" does not breed nobility of character. Or humility. It just breeds hunger of body & soul.

does not breed compassion. Just pain. And the spreading of pain.

does not secretly empower you with courage & persistence. It just limits what you can do.

Toxic Positivity is a modern cultural plague. It just keeps you buying stuff. And working harder and harder... to buy more stuff.

Religion for consumers.

This kind of positivity is not spiritual. Or uplifting. Just one more yardstick measuring my failures. Inspiring movie by inspiring movie.

What doesn't kill you? Does NOT make you stronger. Not often enough. It just doesn't kill you. Breath after breath... after breath.

The difference between Strength and Misery?

Not a choice. But it is very real.

Honor it.

This is a raw, unfiltered truth. Many of us who are autistic... live it. But we don't talk about it.. much. At least not out loud. Not with typical folks. Not among other neurodivergents, either. Maybe not even to ourselves.

I don't know about you. But I mask a secret shame in colors of anger, resentment, regret.

Why? TV, Hollywood, the damn New York Times Best sellers list...? Together, media create our social mythology. Championing only the lifestyles of effective people. Ya know, folks who turn out tons of widgets. And consume mass quantities while flicking screens...."

johnnyprofane1,

@GreenRoc @actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics

Tell me about it ....

johnnyprofane1,

@GreenRoc @actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics

I meant both, my friend. So thank you for replying!

johnnyprofane1,

@GreenRoc @actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics

I think I saw Water World long ago. Kevin Costner? I should revisit it.

I'll try to think of a realistically inspiring movie to share. I'm way too freaking picky. Nothing meets my standards very long... still working on that

johnnyprofane1,

@GreenRoc @actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics

Wow cool!

johnnyprofane1, to actuallyadhd

Hey, anybody got 4 minutes? I'm testing some new voices and sounds on my podcast. Much of it AI generated from my cloned voice.

I could sure use honest feedback. ChatGPT ihas got me smoking my own stash... Encouragement from an AI is a two-edged sword.

@actuallyautistic
@actuallyaudhd @actuallyadhd
https://autisticaf.me/2023/11/20/got-4-minutes-i-need-a-quick-sound-and-reality-check/

johnnyprofane1, to random

Got 4 Minutes? I need a quick soundā€¦ and realityā€¦ check

Hey, anybody got 4 minutes? I'm testing some new voices and sounds on my podcast. Much of it AI generated from my cloned voice. I could sure use honest feedback. ChatGPT has got me smoking my own stash... Encouragement from an AI is a two-edged sword. Please leave any thoughts or input on the voices and sound quality. This would be so helpful! Trying to put this episode to bed.

http://autisticaf.me/2023/11/20/got-4-minutes-i-need-a-quick-sound-and-reality-check/

johnnyprofane1, to ukteachers

Part 4 of Autistic Joy in education. Theo & me talk autistic orgasmic learning. Cuz someone's gottaā€¦

šŸ‘‰https://autisticaf.me/2023/11/14/further-conversations-with-theo-pt-3-more-autistic-joy-in-school/

@actuallyautistic
@actuallyadhd
@actuallyaudhd

johnnyprofane1, to actuallyautistic

Pt 4 of Autistic Joy in Education...

Coming at ya.

@actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyaudhd

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Book cover of "A Separate Reality" by Carlos Castenada. I used it as inspiration the illustration I created.

johnnyprofane1, to Podcast

EMBRACE the Spectrum

šŸŒ’One night that redefined a life.
šŸšØDive into identity... embrace rebellion, break ALL the rules.
šŸŽ™ļøšŸŽ§No masks, just raw authenticity. Click to enjoy

&

@actuallyautistic
@actuallyautistica
@actuallyadhd
@actuallyaudhd

šŸ‘‰ https://autisticaf.me/2023/11/03/the-night-this-autistic-adult-broke-free-an-autisticaf-halloween-tale-%f0%9f%8e%83/

johnnyprofane1,

@actuallyautistic @actuallyautistica @actuallyadhd @actuallyaudhd

New artwork. Fully revised text...

johnnyprofane1, to actuallyautistics

The Night this Autistic Adult Broke Free: An Halloween Tale šŸŽƒ

I was home. Freaks, geeks, punks & junkies. Turns out the jocks were right back in jr. high. I was weird. And these were my peeps. AND I was fucking tired of dreaming itā€¦

@actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics
@actuallyaudhd http://autisticaf.me/2023/11/03/the-night-this-autistic-adult-broke-free-an-autisticaf-halloween-tale-%f0%9f%8e%83/

johnnyprofane1, to actuallyautistics

"I was home. Freaks, geeks, punks & junkies. Turns out the jocks were right back in jr. high. I was weird. And these were my peeps. AND I was fucking tired of dreaming itā€¦

"The night I stopped being a meditation teacher.
The night I made the first crack in my autistic mask.
The nightā€¦ I took the first stepā€¦ of a 38-year journeyā€¦
To grow up.
And become fully dot me..."

https://autisticaf.me/2023/11/03/the-night-this-autistic-adult-broke-free-an-autisticaf-halloween-tale-%f0%9f%8e%83/


@actuallyautistic @actuallyadhd @actuallyautistics @actuallyaudhd

johnnyprofane1, to actuallyautistics

TL;DR
I ask for a few minutes of your time...
To listen to podcast audio samples, and...
Give me your opinion in a poll. Mebbe a comment.

I will act on the results of this poll... because your input is important to me.

šŸ‘‰ https://autisticaf.me/2023/11/02/poll-listener-input-needed-on-podcast-auditory-processing-quality/

@actuallyautistic @actuallyautistics
@actuallyadhd
@actuallyaudhd

johnnyprofane1,

@nddev @actuallyautistic @actuallyautistics @actuallyadhd @actuallyaudhd

I believe the audio files are fixed. If you have time, my friend, I'm trying to discover if the narrator voice only with effects is a better choice for folks with or without auditory processing difficulties.

Thanks for all your input! Useful.

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