Caroline Smith founded her business, The Introverted Misfit, to help shy, awkward introverts become socially confident versions of themselves so they can have healthy, manageable social lives.

Because of her experience with being autistic, which was the source of many social difficulties and major social anxiety for her, she knows what it's like to build self-acceptance, self-improvement, and a life that works for individualized needs.

Now Caroline helps fellow introverts (whether they are autistic or not) learn how to connect with others, create fruitful relationships, and have a manageable social life – without acting like someone they're not!

During this episode, you will hear Caroline talk about:

• When she realized that she was autistic
• Her experience dealing with social anxiety
• Why she decided to help people become more socially confident
• The role of self-acceptance in making new friends and connections
• Her advice for autistic people who struggle with social cues
• Why it's important not to hyperfocus on your own social mistakes
• The importance of having coping mechanisms for overwhelming social situations
• How her "Misfit Meetups" bring people together to socialize in a low-pressure, fun environment

To learn more about Caroline, her coaching program and Misfit Meetups, visit TheIntrovertedMisfit.com and follow her on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

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Kellina Powell, known as the Deaf Queen Boss, is a podcast speaker, best-selling author, and passionate advocate for the deaf and disability communities. She empowers young adults with disabilities to chase their dreams, breaks down barriers around mental health, and educates others about deaf culture and inclusion.

During this episode, you will hear Kellina talk about:

• What it was like for her to grow up deaf from an early age, and her exposure to deaf culture
• How she educates people about the deaf community and mental health issues
• The coaching work that she does for people with disabilities

Learn more about Kellina and her work at KellinaEmpowerment.com and follow her on Instagram and LinkedIn.

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*Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.*

Tiffany Hammond is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and disability advocate. She is the author of A Day with No Words, a picture book about a Black mother and son who use a tablet to communicate with each other and the world around them. A Day With No Words successfully normalizes communication methods outside of verbal speech and provides representation of neurodiversity and autism in a way that affirms and celebrates.

Through Tiffany's platform, Fidgets and Fries, she shares stories about autism, identity, and the fullness of Black and disabled family life. She is the proud mother of two autistic sons and uses her lived experiences to shift narratives around autism and communication.

Win a copy of A Day with No Words! For a limited-time, Beyond 6 Seconds is giving away a hardcover copy of "A Day with No Words" to up to 3 listeners in the United States. To enter, check out my pinned Instagram post @beyond6seconds on November 11, 2025. The giveaway ends at 11:59 PM ET on November 21, 2025.⁠ Up to 3 winners will be selected at random. This giveaway is valid for listeners at US addresses only.

During this episode, you will hear Tiffany talk about:

• How her family's real-life experiences inspired her to write A Day with No Words
• Why she wrote her book from the perspective of a nonspeaking autistic child
• What her nonspeaking autistic son Aidan thinks of the book
• How her book is different from other children's books about autism
• Common misconceptions that people have had about her autistic sons

Learn more Tiffany and her work at FidgetsAndFries.co and ADayWithNoWords.com.

Follow Tiffany on Facebook, Instagram and Substack.

Watch the video of this interview on YouTube.

Read the episode transcript.

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*Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.*