Why we need neurodiversity | Nathaniel Hawley | TEDxSt Albans

What is "Normal"? Nat challenges us to examine this and uses his talk to challenge our stereotypes and preconceptions around neurodiversity and some of the unhelpful labels attached to it.

[xtzhndo]

Absolutely brilliant !!!! So well explained and so empowering! Thank you so much!!

[JoRob-kf]

Nathaniel thank you for being so very inspiring and sharing your amazing self! Truly awesome! Watching your weekly videos too. Fab content and learning! Thank you,

[lauradannanmusic]

Loved everything about this talk! 🤩Couldn’t agree more ❤thanks so much for sharing your insight on this really important topic Nat👏🏼👏🏼

[jotamendez]

So insightful! What a wonderful and inspiring story and perspective. Thank you, Nat!

[donnaboucher]

Until we start training managers it doesn't matter how much we help our fellow neurodivergents. I have multiple stories where managers are making it impossible for smart, kind, willing - and more than capable people - to work because they refuse to make simple accommodations and they refuse to understand different ways of communication. We aren't the problems to be solved... management and leadership is.

[baljinder_kloty]

Absolutely phenomenal Nat! The content and storytelling is gripping and the delivery keeps us entertained!!! So glad to have seen this live and shared this journey together ❤

[samuelelba]

On of my biggest takeaways for this season. Inspiring story Nat, you rock 🎉.

[jessicamsargent]

Inspiring, eye opening and empowering - what an amazing talk!

[georgias]

Absolutely amazing! The most insightful, relevant topic, delivered so passionately and charismatically. I am so proud to have gone on this journey with you and that I can now call you my friend! You are incredible !!!

[AprilSlocombe]

This is the second time I have watched this TEDx Talk. I am proud to be a colleague of Nat's and I am equally proud that he has delivered this talk. Although some of it was similar to a talk he did in America a few years ago, it was still informative and thought-provoking.

[mohammedk]

What an amazing talk and inspiring story, as always inspiring and a role model.

[VitalityHemp]

Fantastic presentation, Nat! Staying curious, playing to our skills and using our imaginations is essential in surviving and thriving in our modern World.

[reneedubuc]

Nat, you are so dynamic! I absolutely loved this talk! Thanks so much for sharing and advocating on behalf of people like me 🎉

[markprowse]

Nat, your TEDx talk on Neurodivergence was a game-changer! Your passionate delivery and deep understanding of the subject shone through every word. You masterfully challenge our preconceptions and stereotypes, urging us to embrace the beauty of neurological differences. Your personal anecdotes and powerful insights would have left your audience both enlightened and inspired.
This talk is a must-watch for anyone looking to broaden their perspective on neurodiversity and the incredible potential it holds.
A massive well done! 👏👏 Keep being awesome! 🤩
All the best,
Prowsey 🤘👨🏻‍🎓

[JosPerris-hv]

This is awesome! Such a refreshing insight into the unique gifts and strengths of neurodiversity. I was surprised and horrified to hear the stats. But you are an amazing role model and a true inspiration to help change those stats and to inspire those who are neurodiverse and also those who aren’t, so they better understand the gifts that neurodiversity brings to the workplace and to the world!

[cognitivescientist]

Thank you Nat for a fantastic TedTalk.

I'm also really interested in neurodiversity and using cognitive science to enhance understanding of neurodiversity, as well as how to improve to learning outcomes. People learn differently and at their own pace. Taking longer to learn something deeply does not mean an inadequacy of ability.

I'm also autistic and had similar experiences, being told I was the "r" word many times, because I was gifted in maths but struggled learning to read and speaking. I so hope through your work and through a community of passionate, brave people things can really change, so kids don't grow up believing they are less for a "disorder" and recognise that they are able, worthy, and capable.

[skeetarus]

1000%. We have moved so far away from nature, that our expectations for what makes a "functional" or "successful" human are rooted in industry and production. So the traits that are valued are the ones that result in creating wealth for others - this has only been the case for a couple of hundred years and are now used as the benchmark for "normal", even though society (that encourages or demands these traits) is dysfunctional. The idea of the "perfect" or "normal" human has shifted dramatically across time and cultures. Everything that doesn't align with the cookie-cutter standards is considered a "deficit." It's madness. Neurodivergent people see the world differently and think differently. They can do so many things that neurotypical people can't. In nature, success is defined as adaptability and diversity is vital. Those of us who are more adaptable and don't fit into the box that society has created are medicated and considered broken. What could our society be if we celebrated and embraced diversity in all forms?

[christineramsay]

You should be so proud to spread this important message! Thank you for being such an incredible light for our world. Congratulations on this amazing Tedx talk! 🎉❤

[zinahmohammed]

Such a good talk ! So proud of you Nat. I have seen your growth over the years and I know that you deeply care and are driving change. Keep it up💪

[debbieblunn]

Well done Nathaniel, your Mum was very proud to share this with us all at church. I have two Autistic grandchildren and can relate to what you are saying. I’ve shared this with their parents.
You should be very proud of yourself standing up in front of all of those people. You are fantastic, 🎉🎉