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Always awesome to see a product you worked on be recognized in any capacity, big or small, for the impact it sets out to have. Thanks to everyone who nominated @lyraapp for a Golden Kitty Award on @ProductHunt, my friends. Go vote for all the social impact products!

@lyraapp Congratulations! 🥳 You've been nominated for a Golden Kitty award under the 'Social Impact' category 🌍🙏 Vote for your product and spread the word 👇 meow.ph/gkv-si

"...people who are emotionally skilled perform better in school, have better relationships, and engage less frequently in unhealthy behaviors." Sounds like a no-brainer to us and a clear sign that emotions are as important as math and science. ideas.ted.com/should-emotion…

"I wouldn’t change his autism. It’s a part of what makes him who he is..." What a heartfelt read from Chris Clinch about the day his son was diagnosed with Autism. buff.ly/2L5zBRB via @autismspeaks

❗️HEY TWITTER❗️ Me + the @lyraapp team are looking to bring on an additional React Native developer. 💛 URP & PoC encouraged 🌍 Must be ok with distributed 🚫 No Agencies We’re a small & mission-driven team, working to help (non-verbal) children with Autism speak. RT?!

Just another reason to love them more. Great job, @target for creating sensory friendly furniture! Some items include: – Floor cushions with soft fabric & different textures – Foam-filled crash pads – Tents for quiet time – Weighted blankets + more! buff.ly/2FP3mSo

We may be biased, but this tweet is Best Parenting 101 in action. 💛

💬 Topic Tuesday: What has been your toughest challenge as a parent to a child with Autism?

Did you know that @autismspeaks created a 100-Day Kit specifically for families of newly diagnosed children ages 4 and under? The goal is to help make the best possible use of the 100 days following a child's diagnosis of autism. buff.ly/2JbG5vQ

A tough but realistic topic too important to ignore. Check out these notes from INSAR 2019: Learning How to Prevent Suicide in Partnership with Autistic People and Their Allies buff.ly/2FPiDSY

These $12 seatbelt covers are designed to alert authorities to special needs children's health issues or disabilities in an emergency and was inspired by her own daughter who has a cochlear implant. Amazing! Go purchase now. buff.ly/2ZkI1HA

“the term “high-functioning” serves merely to denote a normal IQ level in a person with ASD. But IQ doesn’t necessarily correlate with the person’s functional status, which is their ability to navigate day-to-day life with minimal assistance.” Thoughts? buff.ly/2NtoN1D

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As a follow up to the above, we just want to note that we didn't want to interrupt your carefully curated collection structure. We know how important that is. So if you're a current paid or free user, reach out if you're interested in having core words! 💛

Hey friends! Today we pushed out an update to Lyra with one of most requested features—Core Words! ⚡️🤝 To start it's only for new accounts created. So if you're a paying user, let us know and we'll get that sorted for ya! Read more here 👉getlyra.svbtle.com/introducing-co…

Horses for therapy make complete sense given how emotionally, physically and psychologically beneficial they are. Horses know 💛 buff.ly/2X6Aako

Thank you @theautismhelper for sharing your experience with potty training kids on the spectrum! buff.ly/2LGwBdV

"When a flower doesn't bloom you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower." –Alexander Den Heijer 💛

"I have learned that if we use these opportunities of being around differently-abled children in a positive way, we can teach all children to be more compassionate and accepting people. Here is what I wish all parents would teach their children about mine" buff.ly/2L2ReAp

The way we work and communicate with people with disabilities is important. 1. Ask 2. Accept each person as a human 3. Know: Disability isn’t a bad word 4. Say hi! 5. Educate on etiquette 6. Make sure you’re accessible 7. Follow inclusive principles buff.ly/2XrEV7e