Let’s go beyond surface-level hashtags and explore the rich tapestry of hidden neurodiversity and intersectional neurodiversity—trends that are challenging how we define identity in today’s politically charged climate.

Alongside authentic neurodivergent narratives, we’ll also ponder a provocative question: Will “really smart people” become a protected class in Trump’s second term?

Unveiling Hidden & Intersectional Neurodiversity

Hello, brilliant minds and gentle readers! Today, we’re exploring a refreshing trend that’s reshaping how we view our brains and the way we work, learn, and create.

Say hello to neuroinclusivity—a movement that frames neurodiversity as a natural, valuable variation in human cognition rather than a set of “disorders.” With hashtags like #Neuroinclusivity, #CognitiveDiversity, and #BrainDiversity lighting up social media, it’s clear that more people are joining in the conversation.

So, let’s dive in, have some fun, and discover why celebrating our unique thinking styles is the way forward!

What Is Neuroinclusivity & Cognitive Diversity?

Hello, gentle readers and authenticity advocates!

Today, we’re celebrating a trend that’s lighting up social media and inspiring real change—unmasking.

If you’ve ever felt pressured to hide your true self just to “fit in,” you’re not alone.

Increasingly, neurodivergent folks are sharing their journeys of shedding those societal masks, embracing authentic neurodiversity, and championing neurodivergent empowerment.

Let’s explore this movement with a blend of research insights, relatable stories, and a dash of humor!

What Is Masking—and Why Unmask Now?

If you’ve ever felt that your thoughts are more like a playful dance than a rigid routine, you’re in good company.

Today, we’re diving into the emerging trend of neurofluidity—a fresh perspective gaining momentum on social media under hashtags like #Neurofluidity and #FluidNeurodiversity.

Grab your mental surfboard as we explore this exciting shift toward a more flexible understanding of our neurological identities!

What Is Neurofluidity?

In a world where romance sometimes feels less like a candlelit dinner and more like a mischievous caper, new research suggests that your personality might just determine whether you’re the flamboyant burglar or the debonair safecracker of hearts.

Conlon (2025) recently unveiled findings in Evolutionary Psychological Science that shed light on how self-perceived dominance and prestige influence the tactics of mate poaching—that is, the audacious attempt to steal someone from an existing relationship.

Love and money—the two great forces that keep relationships thriving or, in some cases, imploding spectacularly.

In a world where trust is the bedrock of any strong partnership, a staggering 40% of Americans admit to hiding financial activities from their significant others (Experian, 2024).

This ranges from secret purchases and undisclosed debts to entirely hidden bank accounts.

Even more unsettling, 45% of people equate financial deception with physical infidelity (Kiplinger, 2025).

But what happens when financial infidelity isn’t just an unfortunate lapse in judgment—but a calculated manipulation?

Enter narcissism, the toxic ingredient that turns an already troubling behavior into a full-blown financial and emotional catastrophe.

Narcissists weaponize financial secrecy, using it as a tool for control, deception, and ultimately, power.

If you’ve ever felt like you were in a relationship with someone who seemed to gaslight you about money, control financial decisions while keeping you in the dark, or make lavish purchases while insisting you cut costs, this deep dive is for you.

For decades, evolutionary psychologists have insisted that men and women have hardwired mate preferences, as if our great-great-great-grandparents chiseled their dating profiles into cave walls.

Men, we’re told, chase beauty like magpies after shiny things, while women gravitate toward financial stability like shrewd investment bankers evaluating a long-term portfolio.

But recent research suggests this age-old story might need a revision—especially when feminist beliefs enter the equation.

A new study published in Sex Roles by Wareham, Pákozdy, and Brown (2025) challenges the idea that gender equality messaging can sway mate selection.

Instead, it finds that deep-seated feminist beliefs—not momentary reminders of gender progress—are the real game-changers in how people evaluate potential partners.

Conflict in neurodiverse relationships is not just about who left the cap off the toothpaste or who forgot to text back—it’s often a clash of different operating systems.

Imagine an Apple computer trying to communicate with a Windows PC, except these computers love each other and share a mortgage.

That’s where the Gottman Institute’s research (Gottman & Gottman, 2017) comes in, offering science-backed insights into how couples with different neurotypes can bridge the great divide of misunderstanding.

Love is never one-size-fits-all.

Add neurodivergence into the mix, and you have a relationship that requires a level of customization akin to ordering the perfect coffee at an overcomplicated café—“I’d like a double-shot, oat milk, half-caf, extra-foam, three-pump lavender latte with a hint of cinnamon.”

For neurodiverse couples, traditional therapy models often feel equally mismatched.

However, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)—is a therapeutic model that doesn’t dwell on fixing deficits but instead helps couples harness their strengths.

A case study applying this approach to a neurodiverse couple over twelve sessions revealed remarkable improvements in communication and emotional awareness.

However, their individual journeys toward relationship satisfaction varied, underscoring the need for personalized therapeutic approaches that account for each partner’s distinct experiences.

Modern love is becoming exceedingly complicated.

Add neurodivergence into the mix, and you have a dynamic, sometimes bewildering, but often deeply fulfilling relationship experience.

One trend bubbling up in neurodiverse communities is the preference for neurodivergent partners—an inclination that might just be backed by both lived experience and research.

But is it always the best choice? And what does science have to say? Let’s dive in.

Blending a family is an art form, one that requires patience, resilience, and a willingness to start over—again and again. If that sounds exhausting, meet Tetsugen Dōkō, a 17th-century Zen monk who mastered the art of persistence long before step-parenting was a thing.

Tetsugen had one dream: to print the entire Buddhist sutras in Japanese so that ordinary people could read them. This was no small feat. Printing in the 1600s was the equivalent of launching a tech start-up today—expensive, complicated, and requiring years of fundraising.

So, Tetsugen did what any ambitious monk would do: he hit the road, persuading samurai, merchants, and farmers to donate to his cause. After years of effort, he finally raised enough money. But before he could begin printing, Japan was hit by a massive flood, leaving thousands homeless. Without hesitation, he gave away all the money to disaster relief.

No problem. He started over.

In an era dominated by Limbic Capitalism—a system designed to hijack our brain’s pleasure circuits for profit—and cultural narcissism, where personal branding and social clout reign supreme, Burning Man offers a radical alternative.

The 10 Principles of Burning Man are not just guidelines; they are a direct pushback against these modern forces, fostering a communal, decommodified, and deeply human experience.

Let’s explore how each principle serves as an antidote to the excesses of contemporary society.