Different, Not Less

A neurodivergent's guide to embracing your true self and finding your happily ever after

By: Chloe Hayden

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Paperback | 7 March 2024

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"Fierce, unapologetic and joyous . . . This book is a marvel." - Jordon Steele-John, Disability Rights Advocate and Australian Senator

Growing up, Chlo Hayden felt like she'd crash-landed on an alien planet where nothing made sense. Eye contact? Small talk? And why are you people so touch-oriented? She moved between 10 schools in 8 years, struggling to become a person she believed society would accept, and was eventually diagnosed with autism and ADHD. When a life-changing group of allies showed her that different did not mean less, she learned to celebrate her true voice and find her happily ever after.

This is a moving, at times funny story of how it feels to be neurodivergent as well as a practical guide, with advice for living with meltdowns and shutdowns, tips for finding supportive communities and much more.

Whether you're neurodivergent or supporting those who are, Different, Not Less will inspire you to create a more inclusive world where everyone feels like they belong.

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'This book, like the author themselves, radiates a fierce, unapologetic and joyous Disability Pride that makes it impossible to put down . . . This book is a marvel.'
-Jordon Steele-John, Disability Rights Advocate and Australian Senator

'Chlo's spirit in the face of adversity had me cheering! A powerful book packed with insights for building a future in which no one is left behind.'
-Taryn Brumfitt, Founder of The Body Image Movement and Director of Embrace and Embrace Kids

'Chlo's heartfelt and powerful writing had me glued to my seat and turning the pages, which is no easy feat for this ADHD-er . . . It will make you laugh, cry and snort out loud.'
-Katie Koullas, CEO, Yellow Ladybugs

'The guide to life that I wish I'd been handed when I was an undiagnosed Autistic kid, unsure of my place in the world . . . a book to change lives.'
-Clem Bastow, Author of Late Bloomer

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