CONTENT CREATOR SPOTLIGHT: Elyse Meyers

 



If you have had a TikTok or Instagram account since 2020, there's a chance you've come across content creator Elyse Meyers.  She's funny, witty, and is a great storyteller.  You're wondering why I chose to highlight her.  Recently, Elyse Meyers came out by announcing to her followers that she was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at the age of 31 and is also open about her ADHD diagnosis as well,
Elyse Meyers is a popular content creator.  Most of her posts are about stories that have happened to her and are so funny. Elyse currently has 7.1 million followers on TikTok and 3.9 million followers on Instagram.   About a year ago, a video about her explaining her autism diagnosis using #AuDHD.  The reason why chose Elyse is because of how popular she is and how funny she is.  
As I've shared before, people with autism and ADHD and any other neurodiversity experience the world differently.  We all mask differently, appear differently, and communicate differently.  I had no idea Elyse was autistic until she announced she was.  It was the same time that my advocacy and self-discovery journey was taking off.  I felt seen and validated for my experience with being autistic and having ADHD when a popular content creator announced she is part of the same community as me.
The world needs more people like her. 
If you haven't seen any of her videos, I provided ones where she's talking about her autistic and ADHD journey.  
If you have, what are your favorite Elyse Meyers videos? Comment below!
I hope you have a great Sunday and enjoy today.




 DISCLAIMER: Ms. Elyse Meyers did NOT give me verbal consent to discuss her content.  However, since she is considered a public figure with 3.9M Instagram Followers and over 7M TikTok followers.  I will NOT discuss and share my reviews on my fellow autism advocates unless they give permission or are looked at as public figures (must be certified or have over 1K followers).  

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