Bonus Bits - Page 3 of 4 - Becca Lory Hector

The image depicts a simple, hand-drawn outline of a young plant sprouting from a small mound of soil, illustrated in bright yellow against a dark blue background. The seedling has a slender stem and several leaves reaching upward, symbolizing growth and new beginnings. The sketch-like texture of the lines adds depth and detail to the illustration, giving it a natural and organic feel. The contrast between the yellow plant and the dark background emphasizes the themes of nature, life, and development.

How to Live an Aligned Life While Autistic

by Becca
November 3, 2021August 20, 2024

This article was originally published on Geek Club Books. Living in alignment is all about making choices that work with each other and with your… Read More »How to Live an Aligned Life While Autistic

The image features a simple, hand-drawn outline of a person leaning against a large book, illustrated in bright yellow against a dark blue background. The person is depicted in a relaxed pose, sitting with their back against the book's spine. The book is standing upright, providing support to the person. The sketch-like quality of the lines gives the illustration a casual and contemplative feel, symbolizing resilience. The contrast between the yellow and the dark background enhances the visual impact.

How to Increase Your Resilience while Autistic

by Becca
April 30, 2021August 20, 2024

This article was originally published on Geek Club Books. Flowers are amazing teachers. Most of them bloom every Spring, only to wilt away come Fall.… Read More »How to Increase Your Resilience while Autistic

The image features a simple, hand-drawn outline of a bottle with a cork stopper, illustrated in bright yellow against a dark blue background. The bottle has a rectangular label on the front displaying a skull and crossbones symbol, traditionally associated with poison. The sketch-like quality of the lines gives the illustration a vintage and slightly ominous feel, representing danger or toxicity. The contrast between the bright yellow and the dark background makes the image visually striking and easily recognizable.

How to identify toxic people as an autistic adult

by Becca
April 19, 2021August 20, 2024

This article was originally published on URevolution. Click here to read it there. Autistics process socializing in our own unique way. That can often mean… Read More »How to identify toxic people as an autistic adult

The image shows a simple, hand-drawn outline of a T-shirt, illustrated in bright yellow against a dark blue background. The T-shirt is depicted front-facing, with clean lines defining the sleeves, neckline, and hem. The sketch-like quality of the lines gives the illustration a casual and relaxed feel, symbolizing clothing, fashion, or comfort. The contrast between the bright yellow and the dark background makes the image visually appealing, suitable for contexts related to apparel

No Labels on My Clothes, No Labels on Me: Why Functioning Labels Need to Be Cut Off and Tossed

by Becca
April 5, 2021August 20, 2024

This article was originally published on Autism Spectrum News. Click here to see it on their site. Autistic folk spend an inordinate amount of time discussing… Read More »No Labels on My Clothes, No Labels on Me: Why Functioning Labels Need to Be Cut Off and Tossed

The image depicts a simple, hand-drawn outline of an infinity symbol, illustrated in bright yellow against a dark blue background. The symbol is formed by a continuous loop that intersects at the center, creating the iconic figure-eight shape. The lines are smooth and flowing, giving the illustration a sense of continuity and endlessness. The contrast between the bright yellow and the dark background makes the image visually impactful, representing themes of infinity, boundlessness, and continuity.

Call Me Autistic: A Soft Correction for Those Still Using Person-First Language

by Becca
January 12, 2021August 20, 2024

This article was originally published on Autism Spectrum News. Click here to see it on their site. I want to tell you about the woman I… Read More »Call Me Autistic: A Soft Correction for Those Still Using Person-First Language

The image depicts a simple, hand-drawn outline of an open laptop in bright yellow against a dark blue background. The laptop is shown from an angled perspective, highlighting the screen, keyboard, and touchpad. The lines are clean and precise, with a sketch-like quality that gives the illustration a minimalist and modern feel. The contrast between the yellow lines and the dark background makes the laptop stand out prominently, creating a visually striking and tech-inspired image.

How We’ve Always Done It

by Becca
January 12, 2021August 20, 2024

This article was originally published on Autism Spectrum News. Click here to see it on their site. I remember the day exactly. It was an… Read More »How We’ve Always Done It

The image depicts a simple, hand-drawn outline of two cats sitting side by side, drawn in bright yellow against a dark blue background. The cats are shown from behind, with their bodies curved gracefully and their tails curling together at the bottom. The lines are continuous and fluid, giving the illustration a minimalist yet elegant appearance. The ears of both cats are pointed, and their silhouettes are distinct, creating a sense of companionship and calm. The contrast between the bright yellow lines and the dark blue background makes the image visually striking, evoking feelings of warmth, friendship, and serenity.

Different is My Identifier

by Becca
May 18, 2020August 20, 2024

This article was originally published on Autism Spectrum News. Click here to see it on their site. I was eight years old the first time… Read More »Different is My Identifier

Disorder, Condition, or Disability: A Look at the Fables of Autism Labels

by Becca
May 18, 2020August 20, 2024

This article was originally published on Neuroclastic. Click here to read it there. About eight years ago, I got a diagnosis that saved my life. At the… Read More »Disorder, Condition, or Disability: A Look at the Fables of Autism Labels

The image depicts a simple, hand-drawn outline of a brain, illustrated in bright yellow against a dark blue background. The brain is formed by a single, continuous line that loops and curls to create the familiar shape of the brain's two hemispheres. The sketch-like quality of the lines gives the illustration a dynamic and creative feel, symbolizing thought, intelligence, and mental processes. The contrast between the bright yellow and the dark background makes the image visually striking, making it an effective representation for concepts related to neuroscience, psychology, or creativity.

Be Mindful, Be Present, Be You: How to Handle Crisis Anxiety

by Becca
May 18, 2020August 20, 2024

This article was previously published on the Spectrum Women website. Click here to visit my article on the site. With the world around us a… Read More »Be Mindful, Be Present, Be You: How to Handle Crisis Anxiety

The image features a simple, hand-drawn outline of a compass in bright yellow against a dark blue background. The compass is depicted with its lid open, revealing a star-shaped compass rose at the center, which symbolizes direction and guidance. The lines are fluid and sketch-like, with the base of the compass resting on a wavy line that might represent a surface or water, adding a sense of movement or journey. The contrast between the bright yellow lines and the dark blue background gives the illustration a bold and navigational feel, evoking themes of exploration and finding one's way.

Success: Creating A Life You Don’t Need a Vacation From

by Becca
January 21, 2020August 20, 2024

This article was originally published by AANE, you can find it here. Seven years ago, at the ripe old age of thirty-six, I was diagnosed… Read More »Success: Creating A Life You Don’t Need a Vacation From