Dr. Daniel Wendler (Neurodiversity & Making Friends)
@danielwendler.com
Keynote speaker on autism, neurodiversity, and solving the loneliness epidemic. Co-author of "Neurodiversity & the Myth of Normal"
#ActuallyAutistic clinical psychologist.
Check out my latest ideas at Writing.DanielWendler.com.
#ActuallyAutistic clinical psychologist.
Check out my latest ideas at Writing.DanielWendler.com.
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I'm an autistic clinical psychologist and I write about the pathway to social connection, inclusive communities, and personal growth. Check me out if you're interested in neurodiversity, psychological...
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Hi everyone! I'm Dr. Dan
🧠 Autistic clinical psychologist
📗 I write & speak about neurodiversity
📙 ... And making friends
Let's talk about
🎮 Video games
📚 Good books
🧙♂️ TTRPGs (and other nerd stuff)
📈 Investing (team index funds!)
writing.danielwendler.com
www.youtube.com/@SocialSkillsVideos
🧠 Autistic clinical psychologist
📗 I write & speak about neurodiversity
📙 ... And making friends
Let's talk about
🎮 Video games
📚 Good books
🧙♂️ TTRPGs (and other nerd stuff)
📈 Investing (team index funds!)
writing.danielwendler.com
www.youtube.com/@SocialSkillsVideos
Here's a video in which I talk about burnout and my balls youtube.com/shorts/zuQlv...
How to actually recover from burnout #burnout #autisticburnout #burnoutrecovery #burnoutprevention
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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November 20, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Here's a video in which I talk about burnout and my balls youtube.com/shorts/zuQlv...
Autistic peeps: is a sensitivity to whispering a common issue for autistic people? My latest video had a short section where I whisper, and I had a few comments that whispering can be really unpleasant for autistic people. I had not heard that before so I want to understand how widespread it is
November 17, 2025 at 2:27 AM
Autistic peeps: is a sensitivity to whispering a common issue for autistic people? My latest video had a short section where I whisper, and I had a few comments that whispering can be really unpleasant for autistic people. I had not heard that before so I want to understand how widespread it is
Why being autistic is like getting drunk (and what that teaches us about autistic burnout) youtube.com/shorts/EsD-g... #autism #neurodivergent #burnout
Why autistic people get burned out & overwhelmed #autistic #autisticburnout #neurodivergent #autism
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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November 16, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Why being autistic is like getting drunk (and what that teaches us about autistic burnout) youtube.com/shorts/EsD-g... #autism #neurodivergent #burnout
Why autism acceptance isn't enough: youtube.com/shorts/ZOB6_...
The problem with autism acceptance #autismacceptance #autism #autistic #autisminclusion
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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November 7, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Why autism acceptance isn't enough: youtube.com/shorts/ZOB6_...
Be the lighthouse. The world needs you.
October 29, 2025 at 6:22 AM
Be the lighthouse. The world needs you.
I met a multimillionaire entrepreneur in a hot tub. Here's what he taught me about life. youtube.com/shorts/oIFIO...
I met a multimillionaire entrepreneur (in a hot tub.) Here's his life advice. #lifelessons #success
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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October 26, 2025 at 10:13 PM
I met a multimillionaire entrepreneur in a hot tub. Here's what he taught me about life. youtube.com/shorts/oIFIO...
A little encouragement for my single #autistic peeps. You will find your person! youtube.com/shorts/by43Q...
You will find a romantic partner who loves your autism #autism #autistic #neurodivergent #hopecore
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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October 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM
A little encouragement for my single #autistic peeps. You will find your person! youtube.com/shorts/by43Q...
The (surprising) benefits of an adult autism diagnosis #autism youtube.com/shorts/mOyaQ...
The (surprising) benefits of an adult autism diagnosis #autismdiagnosis #adultautism #autism
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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October 18, 2025 at 4:36 PM
The (surprising) benefits of an adult autism diagnosis #autism youtube.com/shorts/mOyaQ...
What it means when you feel "weird" youtube.com/shorts/Bnht4... #emotionalintelligence #emotions #psychology #selfcare
What feeling "weird" means (psychologist explains) #emotionalintelligence #emotionalhealth #therapy
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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October 7, 2025 at 5:32 AM
What it means when you feel "weird" youtube.com/shorts/Bnht4... #emotionalintelligence #emotions #psychology #selfcare
Awkward #autism story time! (plus a bit of relationship wisdom) youtube.com/shorts/FBZ38...
My awkward autistic story (and relationship life lesson) #storytime #autism #autismstory #autistic
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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October 5, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Awkward #autism story time! (plus a bit of relationship wisdom) youtube.com/shorts/FBZ38...
I put together a short guide for making friends online - even if you're shy or introverted. Might be helpful for my #autistic or #neurodivergent peeps. Check it out and let me know what you think! youtu.be/lWIbkmnyRyQ
How to make new friends online
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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September 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
I put together a short guide for making friends online - even if you're shy or introverted. Might be helpful for my #autistic or #neurodivergent peeps. Check it out and let me know what you think! youtu.be/lWIbkmnyRyQ
My latest TikTok video (on the causes of autism) is going semi viral! It's been a strange experience but I'm glad I can advocate for scientific truth and inclusion. www.tiktok.com/t/ZTMNFyRm2/
Everything you need to know about the causes of autism (explained by an autistic clinical psychologist) #autism #autismdiagnosis #neurodiversity #actuallyautistic #autismmoms
TikTok video by Dr. Dan, Autistic Psychologist
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September 25, 2025 at 12:52 AM
My latest TikTok video (on the causes of autism) is going semi viral! It's been a strange experience but I'm glad I can advocate for scientific truth and inclusion. www.tiktok.com/t/ZTMNFyRm2/
I worked way too hard on this video, but hopefully it's worth it! Let me know what you think (and maybe share it with someone who needs it!)
It's about six brutal truths that will force you to make real friends. #friendship #loneliness #relationships www.youtube.com/watch?v=XF7j...
It's about six brutal truths that will force you to make real friends. #friendship #loneliness #relationships www.youtube.com/watch?v=XF7j...
6 Brutal Truths That Will Force You to Make Real Friends
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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September 19, 2025 at 4:54 PM
I worked way too hard on this video, but hopefully it's worth it! Let me know what you think (and maybe share it with someone who needs it!)
It's about six brutal truths that will force you to make real friends. #friendship #loneliness #relationships www.youtube.com/watch?v=XF7j...
It's about six brutal truths that will force you to make real friends. #friendship #loneliness #relationships www.youtube.com/watch?v=XF7j...
Some wisdom on #bodypositivity and #selfimage (and bananas) from my best friend: www.tiktok.com/t/ZT6T2ACG8/
These bananas were on the verge of being thrown out. But they weren’t ruined... they were ready. This episode of The Hungry Psychologist is about body image, self-worth, and the lie that we have to “f...
TikTok video by The Hungry Psychologist
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September 10, 2025 at 8:21 AM
Some wisdom on #bodypositivity and #selfimage (and bananas) from my best friend: www.tiktok.com/t/ZT6T2ACG8/
Five truths about about finding your soulmate.
I got married last year to an incredible woman. But I remember how lonely and hard being single for a long time could be. I wrote up 5 truths I wish I had known back then, so I could share it with you.
#single #singlelife #dating #lonely #datingadvice
I got married last year to an incredible woman. But I remember how lonely and hard being single for a long time could be. I wrote up 5 truths I wish I had known back then, so I could share it with you.
#single #singlelife #dating #lonely #datingadvice
September 9, 2025 at 5:06 AM
Five truths about about finding your soulmate.
I got married last year to an incredible woman. But I remember how lonely and hard being single for a long time could be. I wrote up 5 truths I wish I had known back then, so I could share it with you.
#single #singlelife #dating #lonely #datingadvice
I got married last year to an incredible woman. But I remember how lonely and hard being single for a long time could be. I wrote up 5 truths I wish I had known back then, so I could share it with you.
#single #singlelife #dating #lonely #datingadvice
I am trying out tiktok! I'm starting with a funny story about my pickle problem as an autistic kid. www.tiktok.com/t/ZT6VcoNvB/ (The video is on my YouTube too if you don't use tiktok!)
A story of autism and pickles #autism #funny #fyp #pickles #picklelover
TikTok video by autisticpsychologist
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August 24, 2025 at 8:02 AM
I am trying out tiktok! I'm starting with a funny story about my pickle problem as an autistic kid. www.tiktok.com/t/ZT6VcoNvB/ (The video is on my YouTube too if you don't use tiktok!)
If you feel discouraged or demotivated, this video is for you. It's a quick encouragement about the big impact of small consistent progress. Check out the comments for more videos! #progress #motivation #selfimprovement #getunstuck #compounding
August 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM
If you feel discouraged or demotivated, this video is for you. It's a quick encouragement about the big impact of small consistent progress. Check out the comments for more videos! #progress #motivation #selfimprovement #getunstuck #compounding
A small challenge you can try if you feel a little lonely. Helpful for folks who are shy or introverted or autistic! youtube.com/shorts/bSL22...
If you feel lonely, try this challenge #loneliness #feelinglonely #introvert #shy #selfconfidence
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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August 16, 2025 at 5:27 PM
A small challenge you can try if you feel a little lonely. Helpful for folks who are shy or introverted or autistic! youtube.com/shorts/bSL22...
Feeling a little sad or down today? Here's my favorite psychologist tip for feeling a bit better! Try it out and let me know what you think :) youtube.com/shorts/OgwFk...
My favorite way to feel a little happier #depression #selfcare #cheerup #psychologist #stressrelease
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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August 14, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Feeling a little sad or down today? Here's my favorite psychologist tip for feeling a bit better! Try it out and let me know what you think :) youtube.com/shorts/OgwFk...
If you've ever wondered what it takes to be genuinely confident...wonder no more! My latest video explains the simple truth behind real confidence (and no, it's not about having it all together.) Check it out and let me know what you think! youtu.be/Q8o1NJwU8fE
The Psychology Of Genuine Confidence
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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July 31, 2025 at 6:30 PM
If you've ever wondered what it takes to be genuinely confident...wonder no more! My latest video explains the simple truth behind real confidence (and no, it's not about having it all together.) Check it out and let me know what you think! youtu.be/Q8o1NJwU8fE
Your social anxiety is a liar, and the Name of the Wind is a great book. If you're curious about either of those things, you should watch this video 🙂
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Fight social anxiety with the Name of the Wind #kvothe #booktok #booktube #socialanxiety #confidence
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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July 25, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Your social anxiety is a liar, and the Name of the Wind is a great book. If you're curious about either of those things, you should watch this video 🙂
youtube.com/shorts/_JfuR...
youtube.com/shorts/_JfuR...
If you've ever wanted to connect better with the people close to you, this video is for you 🙂 Learn how to use your curiosity to connect deeper with your closest friends and loved ones. youtube.com/shorts/Jblfb... #friendship #autism #relationships
How to connect better with others through curiosity #friendship #socialskills #relationships
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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July 18, 2025 at 7:08 AM
If you've ever wanted to connect better with the people close to you, this video is for you 🙂 Learn how to use your curiosity to connect deeper with your closest friends and loved ones. youtube.com/shorts/Jblfb... #friendship #autism #relationships
I was thrilled to do this interview with Joe Sanok at Practice of the Practice, about my career as a keynote speaker. If you're curious about the world of professional speaking or how to land speaking gigs with the Harvards and Googles of the world, tune in! practiceofthepractice.com/getting-top-...
How to Get Top Keynotes from Google and Harvard with Dr. Dan Wendler | POP 1228 - How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice
In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok speaks about getting top keynotes with Google and Harvard with Dr. Dan Wendler.
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July 8, 2025 at 8:54 PM
I was thrilled to do this interview with Joe Sanok at Practice of the Practice, about my career as a keynote speaker. If you're curious about the world of professional speaking or how to land speaking gigs with the Harvards and Googles of the world, tune in! practiceofthepractice.com/getting-top-...
My latest video - on how our special interests can help autistic people grow. Check it out and let me know what you think! youtu.be/VWabhie7iJY
How to use your autistic special interest to grow as a person
YouTube video by Dr. Dan | Neurodivergent Psychologist
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July 7, 2025 at 11:09 PM
My latest video - on how our special interests can help autistic people grow. Check it out and let me know what you think! youtu.be/VWabhie7iJY
Some life advice that my Dad shared with me and I'm sharing with you: writing.danielwendler.com/p/wisdom-fro...
Wisdom from my Dad
(Sharing what he shared with me)
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July 6, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Some life advice that my Dad shared with me and I'm sharing with you: writing.danielwendler.com/p/wisdom-fro...