The past six months have been a remarkable journey for me, both personally and professionally. These two facets of my life have been intertwined for as long as I can remember. Passions can often be all-consuming, and while this can be fulfilling, it’s easy to lose sight of one’s own path and become ensnared by external expectations, trying to conform to a mold that doesn’t reflect our genuine selves especially when the world get loud and requests come in fast and furious.
My work has always been, and will continue to be, guided by my own process of integration and the collective consciousness of children. I believe these two realities are intricately connected. Initially, I thought I was helping those diagnosed with autism to integrate, but in truth, they have helped me realize my potentials. From the moment Riley opened the door to my multidimensional gifts, and through my experiences with thousands of other children, they have all supported my journey and enabled me to better assist them in return.
But what does it mean to integrate? It means becoming everything you were destined to be. It involves fully embracing your unique individuality. It’s not about fitting in or functioning according to the expectations of those who came before you; that approach stifles both personal and collective evolution. Instead, it’s about contributing what only you can offer.
I understand the feeling of not fitting in, a sentiment I’m sure many of you can relate to. Recently, my new friend Jackie, an autistic savant with a genius-level mathematical and scientific mind, explained that there is something about the way my mind/consciousness works that allows me to access the multidimensional realms frequented by those on the spectrum while being able to connect with the more neurotypical world. She described my neurodiversity as a savant skill that she did not fully understand but wanted to validate.
While serving as a bridge to other worlds and realities is an interesting role to play, I must say I prefer the authenticity, clarity, and expansiveness of the realm where those on the spectrum reside over the neurotypical world. I even appreciate the more negative aspects they endure regularly more than the naive perceptions of the neurotypical mind, which assumes it understands other worlds simply because they have been introduced to them. I share this to acknowledge that none of us are here to conform to the expectations of others. We are here to fully embody and embrace all aspects of our being.
Humanity does not need mere replicas of the past—these can be likened to cloned sheep. For human evolution to thrive, we require the uniqueness of each individual. We need diversity! Our differences awaken us, prompt us to ask deeper questions, and encourage us to explore our own gifts, ultimately leading us to become more authentic versions of ourselves. Any group that steps outside the norm captures our attention. In particular, individuals diagnosed with autism, with their telepathic and other multidimensional abilities—referred to as siddhis in Sanskrit—invite us not only to learn about them but, more importantly, to expand our understanding of similar capacities within ourselves.
If we overlook this crucial point, we miss one of the greatest gifts this collective offers: the reawakening of our inherent abilities. Human beings are often conditioned to relinquish their power; when others reflect our true nature, most either idolize their gifts or diminish them. Both reactions entirely overlook the essence of what they represent. I have learned that to create a more supportive environment for this population, we must be willing to examine both the capacities and challenges they mirror back to us.
Through my own journey, I discovered that focusing solely on their gifts can unintentionally diminish their humanity, while placing too much emphasis on their struggles can obscure the vast potential inherent in them and ultimately all evolving humans. We must allow for both aspects! Most importantly, we must recognize both within ourselves.
As part of anyone’s process of integration or the remembrance of their true self, we navigate various stages. I have gone through and continue to traverse these stages myself. Like any awakening process, they are not linear; they fluctuate until a new reality takes the place of the “old” way of being and becomes our new foundation.
In my work, I strive to ease the challenges of this growth process so that individuals on the spectrum can feel more comfortable as quickly as possible, while also helping those around them to remember who they truly are. The two go hand in hand; one cannot happen without the other.
When we first learn that nonverbal individuals and others on the autism spectrum are not only “present” but also possess incredible capacities—such as telepathy, multidimensional sight, enhanced sensory experiences, healing abilities, and a clear understanding of their purpose—we often feel compelled to share this with the world. Yet, as we do, humanity typically responds in one of two ways. We either place them on a pedestal, demanding that their gifts be showcased to fulfill others’ needs and agendas, or we react with fear. This fear often stems from the realization that their abilities do not neatly fit within the identities we have constructed. People cling to these identities for various, sometimes trivial, reasons. In this context, we either idolize or condemn their abilities; however, both responses fail to appreciate the individuality of these beings and the invitation they extend to us. This pattern has recurred throughout history. Anyone or any group urging us to embrace more of our authentic selves faces a similar fate—consider figures like Jesus Christ, Buddha, saints, sages, scientists, inventors, and other extraordinary individuals who possess the capacity to help us evolve beyond the norm.
While the growing awareness is promising, it becomes problematic when the deeper message is often overlooked, leading to detrimental consequences for those conveying it. Awakening others is a delicate endeavor. There’s a reason many who occupy this role say, “You shall do this and more.” They provide us with the tools but do not seek idolization; such expectations place undue pressure on them as messengers—being a conduit for change is already challenging enough.
However, if we can view their capabilities as an invitation to explore our own, we begin to evolve. I assure you that if we fail to do so, we will not genuinely see who they are; moreover, they will have no incentive to reveal their fullest selves in our presence.
Consider this: they come to us with an invitation. When we accept it, we cultivate an environment that allows them to integrate more fully. When we reject, minimize, idolize, or deny this invitation or demand that their abilities be proven to fill our own needs, they remain distant. I have witnessed this dynamic unfold over decades.
What does it mean to accept their invitation? It means supporting their human experience while remaining open to their divine gifts. It also means that we can only do this to the extent that we address our own inner challenges while staying open to our own divine gifts. Human beings perceive what they are conditioned to see, and unless we shift our lens, we cannot recognize what stands right before us. We cannot perceive brilliance if we do not know our own, and we cannot fully support another if we have not yet learned to support ourselves.
In recent months, I have observed this dynamic play out prominently and see the toll it takes on this population. These interactions represent the early stages of our evolution. Recognizing the invitation and beginning to work within ourselves—confronting our own capacities and challenges—is the foundation for genuine connection, communication, and co-creation with those on the spectrum or anyone else who brings more to humanity than meets the eye. Only then can we embrace our dual nature, both human and divine.
Unfortunately, most people do not accept that invitation. They often remain fixated on aspects of their own identities, concentrating on what needs to change—whether regarding these individuals or the systems that do not serve them. While I do not suggest we refrain from advocating for change on their behalf, I emphasize that if we approach such endeavors from a place of limitation, we will only perpetuate the status quo.
However, if we accept their invitation to evolve, explore their capacities within ourselves, honor our own challenges and limitations, and actively engage with them, we unlock the profound blessing of entering their worlds, embodying their capabilities, and experiencing one miracle after another.
If we dare to embrace their invitation, we begin to see them as a tremendous gift to our personal and collective lives. We come to embrace their vulnerabilities as our own, experiencing our interconnectedness. If we can recognize their reflections within ourselves, we realize there is something much larger at play here. It is in this space that we can simply thank them for their uniqueness rather than demanding they conform to our limitations. From this place of deep appreciation for their personal journeys, and a willingness to deeply explore our own, we can authentically offer them support