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The
Mind
Outlet

The
Mind
Outlet

UNDERSTANDING YOUR OWN AUTISTIC EXPERIENCE.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR OWN AUTISTIC EXPERIENCE.

A Curated Collective

Philosophy

The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence.

Neurodivergent authors, artists, poets, and photographers coming together to create beauty.

The Mind Outlet is not just a website; it's a sanctuary. A digital haven where neurodivergent minds converge, creating a tapestry of art that speaks volumes. Here, autistic adults from every corner of the globe unite, their diverse voices harmonizing to tell a story far richer than any single narrative could convey.

This isn't merely about showcasing talent; it's about the raw, unfiltered expression of the autistic soul. It's about embracing the beauty in our differences and finding solace in the shared experience. Through poetry that captures the essence of our emotions, art that paints the world in our unique colors, and photography that frames our perspective, we invite you to see the world through our eyes.

The Mind Outlet community offers more than just art; it offers understanding. It's a bridge that connects the neurotypical world with the vibrant, intricate landscape of the autistic mind. It's a place where comfort is found in knowing you're not alone, where inspiration is drawn from the courage to be unapologetically yourself.

So, step inside The Mind Outlet. Let us show you a world where autism isn't a diagnosis, but a kaleidoscope of creativity. Where every piece of art is a window into a mind that sees the world a little differently.

Join us, and discover the beauty that lies within the autistic soul.

Mind

the element of a person that enables them to be aware of the world and their experiences, to think, and to feel; the faculty of consciousness and thought

Outlet

a means of expressing one's talents, energy, or emotions

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Autistic Authentic: We Follow No Pattern

Diagnosis saves lives. What is your True Tale?

xRainbow

Hello! It's such a pleasure to meet you. My name is Rafa Beleze, and I am an AuDHD artist from Brazil. My artwork celebrates the autistic experience and memorializes adult diagnosed autism stories from people all over the world. I call this series, True Tales.

I have been an artist my entire life. As a child, art was my passion. It was my safe space, a break from a world I didn't fit into. Autism is hard as a child, especially when you don't know that you are autistic. Art celebrated my differences.

From there, I studied art in school. I am honored that my work has been celebrated and awarded, that people enjoy what I create. I've made children's coloring books. I was a tattoo artist. Now, today, my focus is on the autistic community. I love transforming the stereotypes of autism, I love creating artwork that speaks to autistic soul and experience. It is so much fun! And, provides so much meaning.

I was 27 when I was diagnosed autistic and ADHD. The diagnosis was transformative for me. I truly believe that diagnosis and the support of the autistic community saves lives. It hurts me to imagine all of the people in the world who do not know that they are neurodivergent – they have not been given the words or tools to fully make sense of their experience... I know. I was one of them for so long.

Join me! Truly. I invite you to discover and explore autism with me. I want to share with you my work and all of the other stories that are just like yours and mine. I love you!

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Rafa Beleze, xRainbow
xRainbow Rafa Beleze holding a black cat. xRainbow Rafa Beleze holding a black cat.
xRainbow Rafa Beleze holding a fresh bunch of bananas. xRainbow Rafa Beleze holding a fresh bunch of bananas.
xRainbow Rafa Beleze smiling in her art studio. xRainbow Rafa Beleze smiling in her art studio.
xRainbow Rafa Beleze with a fern cover her face. xRainbow Rafa Beleze with a fern cover her face.
xRainbow Rafa Beleze playing the sprinklers as a child. xRainbow Rafa Beleze playing the sprinklers as a child.
xRainbow Rafa Beleze showing off a plant. xRainbow Rafa Beleze showing off a plant.
XRainbow Rafa Beleze and her dog, Nina. XRainbow Rafa Beleze and her dog, Nina.
xRainbow Rafa Beleze gardening. xRainbow Rafa Beleze gardening.
xrainbow Rafa Beleze selfie. xrainbow Rafa Beleze selfie.
xrainbow rafa beleze as a child. xrainbow rafa beleze as a child.
xRainbow Rafa Beleze doing a head stand in the sand on a beach. xRainbow Rafa Beleze doing a head stand in the sand on a beach.
XRainbow Rafa Beleze riding public transportation with her dog, Nina. XRainbow Rafa Beleze riding public transportation with her dog, Nina.
xRainbow Rafa Beleze drawing on an iPad. xRainbow Rafa Beleze drawing on an iPad.
xRainbow Rafa Beleze holding her dog, Nina. xRainbow Rafa Beleze holding her dog, Nina.

Why? Because it's what I have to give.

SW Hammond

The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence.

It's all here. It's all been documented. The complete, unabridged collection of my life's work. From discovering bugs and trees, to teenage melancholy, to rock n’ roll and relationships and philosophy and society and me never quite getting any of it right… and finally figuring out why.

Why?

Because I’m human. As much as I’ve tried to reach mind-altering states of God-like consciousness, I can’t. I’m not. It just won’t work like everyone else’s. *raps fist on noggin*

From a young age, I began documenting. Journaling. Writing about the world, how I saw it, and any wisdom gleaned from it. Enlightenment. I wrote about my journey simply to understand it, in hopes of one day transcending it.

I write to process the world. I don’t perceive it the same as you. I often don’t understand it at all. It feels very unnatural to me — my existence as a human. I can’t seem to identify my feelings and I don’t know what to do with them when I do. Putting all of this into language, tangible definitions, was my way of narrating the world — and thus being able to gain a mental image of the story being told to me about it.

Without words, I’d be… lost. Adrift.

So, with these words, and the world that I’ve internalized through them – this is the history I felt was worth writing and worth keeping. 

Neuro-curious

For those who dare to question, explore, and embrace the nonconformity of their mind.