An Autistic Kid with OCD Who Just Wants a Best Friend

Olivia is an autistic kid with OCD who really wants a best friend. She sees other people becoming best friends and doesn't understand how they do it. Olivia's special interest is ophthalmology (the study of eyes) and she is confused why other children her age don't share the same passion for this topic. Olivia is hoping to make a best friend who enjoys discussing eyes.
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[@rebekahsedillo]

“No, I don’t take idioms literally.” She ate you UP with that 😂😂😂

[@threeeyedraven9264]

I noticed that too lol smart kid

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

That’s Olivia! 😂😂😂

[@honorabilis1]

@@threeeyedraven9264 ya i dont know what it means even after looking it up lol

[@HenrikBSWE]

That would make a great shirt.

[@Ganjaqueen92]

@@honorabilis1 idioms in Dutch are called spreekwoorden. It's something that's been said about something in different words, not literal meaning, for example what he said, it's raining cats and dogs. That's an idiom. But it's not literally raining cats and dogs, it's just raining very hard. With a lot of people on the spectrum they can't seem to identify an idiom or sarcasm. She said that she takes a lot of things VERY literally but not idioms(one of the most hard things to identify as someone on the spectrum) she was not thinking about actual cats and dogs, but did wonder if it was actually raining.

[@kmm14224]

when she said “ i think i look pretty” the PURENESS. such a sweet little soul

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

That one got me. ❤ We are so thankful she knows that she is beautiful, inside and out.

[@seanwalsh5717]

@@dr.chelseahansen4547 Agreed. One of the great things about our L2 autistic child (like many others) is that she is unencumbered by many of the social norms and constraints that limit love, honesty, and self-expression. It is beautiful and pure.

[@miloubroekhuis9326]

Olivia's right about being proud of the way she looks (and thinks!) :)

[@Simbassang_are_a_legend]

She is so beautiful ❤❤

[@ashleymarie6585]

Watching this with my 5 year old son and he said “Olivia! I will be your friend!” 🥺

[@briannakimber3179]

That's sooo sweet

[@debbieschultz9768]

What a loving little boy you have❤❤❤❤

[@tuudurreikop5045]

That's so sweet ☺️☺️🥰🥰

[@tuudurreikop5045]

​@@briannakimber3179Indeed ♥️♥️🥰🥰

[@megankhatri116]

@@tuudurreikop5045 I bet he meant it, what a nice little boy❤

[@seanwalsh5717]

2:24 Sharing a special interest is a way to express LOVE for an autistic child.

[@KiraBirb-pi6sl]

So true!! Our youngest, 7, has an obsession with skunks and the Tiki Room from Disney World 😂🥰 We are in the process now of redoing her room into a Tiki Skunky Tiki Room, and I think by now the entire family are experts in both skunks and Disney’s Tiki Room 😆 The best feeling is connecting and immersing yourself into their world. ❤️❤️❤️

[@seanwalsh5717]

@@KiraBirb-pi6sl 100%

[@xyzct]

Never have truer words been uttered.

[@GovilGirl]

That is just what a friend is - for nrs as well

[@kenrickbautista6141]

Growing up as a neurodivergent, believe me, finding and keeping friends is never easy. This isn't me being negative, I'm just speaking the truth.

[@taoist32]

Very true. I had no friends growing up. Not until college, and most I found out years later are neurodiverse.

[@kenrickbautista6141]

@@taoist32 wow! Interesting. Guess you're lucky.

[@taoist32]

@@kenrickbautista6141 Sure, but I have not made new friends since then and it’s been almost 30 years. Only two friends now, and no best friend. Not married as it is difficult to keep conversations going and be in relationships.

[@lemondedetr]

Amen. But the few friends we make, are inconditional (I actually got that tattoed with my few people's handwriting). I see you, I feel you, you (all of you 💛💛). Olivia and everyone who feels out of place due to certain diagnosis are entitled to live a life worth living. Much love from Europe, you are not alone 🤍.

[@lemondedetr]

@@taoist32 same. The truth never has to hurt if it is someone speaking for themselves.

[@rachelg9873]

I just want her to know she isn't alone. ❤❤

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

She appreciates this so much! ❤

[@Bella_Kania]

Me too

[@AnEnemyAnemone1]

Far from it! I’m a 25 year old man with autism and I feel very in tune with her in many ways. I would have loved to grow up with a best friend like her, she seems amazing!

[@tuudurreikop5045]

​@@AnEnemyAnemone1I know what you're feeling. As a 21 year old male, who's also an autist, I can relate 100%. I feel way more comfortable and in tune with her than almost anyone else ever

[@dfgbhcgvhb5126]

Hello from an aspergers and adhd girl from sweden

[@calvinsmyth]

After watching, I thought, a 3D printer for making eye glass frames designed by Olivia would be trendsetting.

[@sweingold5686]

That is a great idea!

[@natscat4752]

Yey!

[@theskyisfallingtom]

Wow! That would so great for her!😮

[@rebeccaammon9072]

Love that!!! 💗

[@ajp1929]

buying! BUYING! just sign me up and no, I am not kidding.

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

Chris, thank you so much for featuring Olivia on your channel. We have spent so many years watching your videos and learning from so many amazing interviews, and we are honored that you are sharing her story to help others. We are lucky to live in a world with you in it!

[@meow-meow1]

She is a lovely little girl! ❤

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

@@meow-meow1 Thank you so much!

[@GoldenBladedPhoenix]

I like Olivia. I’m like her

[@Ganjaqueen92]

@@GoldenBladedPhoenix

[@GoldenBladedPhoenix]

@@Ganjaqueen92 k. Thanks.

[@sarahf8521]

I could see Olivia growing up and becoming a wonderfully compassionate eye doctor! Or whatever she puts her mind to! 💕

[@grace_0308]

For sure! Olivia will do great things!

[@grodjigoli9509]

Sad.😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

Thank you! ❤

[@magscovers8924]

@@grodjigoli9509why on earth is this sad?

[@kalyasaify]

she could be anything if NTs won't make it harder for her

[@salmanvanoverberghe]

As an autistic person, I had the same feeling as Olivia. Dont give up, I believe in You :)

[@Randi-cube]

same goes for you 🙃

[@tuudurreikop5045]

As someone with the same diagnose, I feel the same for her and for you ♥️♥️🥰🥰

[@anomite121]

the way she says mhm is so cute ❤❤

[@rawlivingwithdisabilities]

Veryyyyyyy 😇💎

[@shoelacedonkey]

I wondered if that was a thing she was tought to do. As a kid I've learned to 'hum' at regular intervals in a conversation to express to the other person that you're listening to them without interupting them with actual words.

[@anomite121]

@@shoelacedonkey that would explain why she says the same way every time

[@kellyherrin]

I agree. Suuuuper cute!

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

@@shoelacedonkey She wasn't. She actually just started doing her cute "mhm" thing about 6-7 months ago. Usually it is accompanied by a little thumbs up. 🥰

[@BellaJiyar_XOXO]

Autistic kids are the BEST. So much honesty, kindness, creativity, and fun

[@cameroncole06]

I agree with this as an autistic person myself.

[@seanwalsh5717]

100% agree

[@kalyasaify]

as an autistic myself YES!!!!! 🥹

[@tuudurreikop5045]

Oh I wish someone had told me that when I was growing up (I'm 21 and also have an autism)

[@seanwalsh5717]

@@tuudurreikop5045 Autistic brains work differently, and when one can see it in all its glory, it is truly good.

[@jeremysmith4620]

That "mhm" is amazing. The tone, the pacing, all of it is really unique and awesome. Olivia is going to make friends like crazy after this. Who wouldn't want to be her best friend? She's well spoken, polite, funny, and obviously very thoughtful about others and especially their eyewear.

[@ygalel]

I knooow it’s like a signature phrase. I breaks me to hear that she struggles making friends 😢

[@grodjigoli9509]

Sad.

[@grodjigoli9509]

Sad.

[@grodjigoli9509]

Sad.

[@grodjigoli9509]

Sad.

[@user-sn3jt1lu7n]

It would be fantastic if Olivia invited three friends to her house to have a get-together where they could decorate some sunglasses with all kinds of jewels, etc. I think she and them would really love this! Olivia, YOU ROCK!

[@sue5230]

I think that’s a great idea!!!

[@barneythepurpledinosaur7002]

She’s too good! “I don’t take idioms literally” was certainly unexpected

[@ssths]

As an adult diagnosed late with Autism and OCD (amongst other things) Im glad this sweet little girl has very knowledgeable and caring parents who also care to help her understand her condition, and not to just learn about it themselves so they know how to deal with her. they want her to understand herself just as much. I think thats wonderful.

[@charlenemack7040]

I am 72 years old. I am absolutely amazed at people who are autistic. I find them to be extremely creative people. Yes sometimes a little shy, yes sometimes a little quiet… But extremely creative and loving and kind people. 😊❤️💙❤️💙

[@GlitterLucky3]

THANK YOU :3💖🥹

[@goofball2228]

Thank you so much

[@rebeccac.1758]

Daughter looks exactly like dad, and brother looks just like mom. Cute!

[@highbloods]

OMG she looks just like her dad. so cute.

[@elisa_740]

I noticed that too!

[@nathanchung27]

Not only does she look like her dad, it also seems like they're super close. They clearly have a special connection and a beautiful bond. Very sweet to see ❤

[@nathanchung27]

Not only does she look like her dad, it also seems like they're super close. They clearly have a special connection and a beautiful bond. Very sweet to see ❤

[@imwithyou38]

when i was a kid, i noticed when people didnt have friends and i made an attempt to become their friend no matter what others thought. i would then introduce them to other people i knew to put out there that they arent as weird as people thinkg that are.

[@commonsense571]

You totally rule💯. 🌈thank you.

[@Lillystubee]

😇

[@goofball2228]

As an autistic person with ADHD and OCD, thank you for doing that. It means so much to us

[@kamigamez]

Olivia seems so nice! I’d love to be her best friend. ❤

[@caitlinw8351]

⁠@@Papamdms?? she said that because she thinks a person can only have one best friend. she thinks that means she can’t have a best friend because everyone’s already “paired up” (her words!!). of course she’s kind, don’t be rude.

[@jadmohsen8880]

@@Papamdmsyou’re absolutely insane and unhinged. What is the matter with you?

[@suu1998]

​@@Papamdmswhat is wrong with you

[@kamigamez]

@@caitlinw8351 What did @papamdms say? Just curious

[@Papamdms]

@@caitlinw8351 you basted

[@TheSecretPassword]

As an autistic adult woman with OCD that also struggled to make a friend, I wish this little lady nothing but the best ❤ it’s like listening to my childhood self that had no idea why I was alone

[@bbybudaluna]

Right! 💗🥰

[@blondie3743]

Same, it's funny how similar the two are to begin with. I only have OCD but see my younger self in her so much.

[@livsephton9]

Growing up as Autistic. I always felt the same way. You are not alone ❤

[@TruggyDude]

My daughter is neurodivergent and I remember her saying the same thing about a bestie. It took her a little while to find her group of friends, but she did and you will too. I believe in you! Some of the best doctors are neurodivergent. My daughter is becoming a behavioral therapist. Young lady, you can do anything you want to if you believe you can. I wish you the absolute best of luck. Mom and Dad, you ROCK! I wish all neurodivergent parents were as awesome as you.

[@NASCAsual]

Do😂

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

Thank you so much! I am inspired by you, and by your daughter!

[@thejhonnie]

She is gonna be a great ophthalmologist or optometrist one day. Awesome she has such a practical interest

[@Ida-dx3mr]

i'm an autistic medical student and she reminds me a lot of myself! it's the best when you see something that reminds you of your special interest and it makes you so happy. my main special interest is the molecular pathology of hematological malignancies. like olivia, i have struggled with friendship and finding a friend group, especially in medical school because i didn't have any pre-existing acquaintances. but now i can happily say that i have finally found a group of friends there! you will find your people, you just have to be patient.

[@mawesomenessg1]

Omg im a cytogenetics tech(oncological) and am thinking about getting a Masters to become a pathologist assistant for hematolgical malignancies bc its super interesting, what a small world

[@katehopper8509]

Wish I had gone to med school. Nursing school was pretty easy academically, but I REALLY struggled to connect there. So, I'm glad you found your group. I feel like, within the higher level sciences, there are probably a lot of folks on the spectrum or with autism traits - probably because being an expert with an intense focus works in those fields - just a hypothesis.

[@magscovers8924]

That’s great to hear! I’m autistic and was always interested in medical stuff but my family always told me I could not do that because I wouldn’t be able to connect socially with patients and coworkers. I became a data analyst because with that, you can study or analyze any kind of special interest you want. I wish you luck in medical school.

[@dawnapm]

I've been hearing alot about using zero carb to treat some cancers. That it's a metabolic disease that survives and thrives on glucose and that when starved of carbs, it shrinks a lot of the time. What are your thoughts on. And if this is true, then I wonder why they supplement cancer patients with Ensure, that could potentially make their condition worse.? I just thought I'd take advantage of the fact that you're a med student and seeing your work with malignancy, you might find this topic interesting and be able to answer my question! Lol I'm sure you're busy and if not, that's cool too. 😁👍

[@sketchels4037]

I love her little “mhm”!

[@Truckerboy1234]

She seems so sweet! I’m sure she’d love photography as well. It’s almost similar to glasses, you’re looking through a viewfinder to see something.

[@Brainalicious]

That's a great point! Photography is one of my special interests. I bet she'd enjoy making a camera obscura and seeing how different lenses affect the images.

[@Truckerboy1234]

@@Brainalicious That’s so coooooool! I’ve inherited my dad’s Canon AE-1 from the early 1980s and have been really getting into film photography lately. I’ve been blessed to have a store in town not far from my school that sells and develops film (so I don’t have to worry about crazy chemicals). It’s such a shame all the 1-hour photo spots are gone.

[@sweingold5686]

Good idea!

[@blazertundra]

Film is doubly fun, because in order to print a picture, you have to put the film through a projection lens to get the image to look the way you want.

[@MrJking065]

Young lady you have made a very strong impression on me. Never ever give up on finding a best friend. One day you will have a best friend.

[@taoist32]

It’s difficult. Being autistic makes it very hard to make friends since most people are neurotypical. I had no friends most of my life until college. And those friends are mostly neurodivergent, although it took a while to figure out why we all got along so well. But still, at 50, I have no best friend. Hopefully she will have one.

[@millermann123]

@@taoist32 You take the 'best friend' stuff too seriously. It's just your favourite friend. Every true friend is a 'best friend'. Other people are just acquaintances. Friendships can be very different. I have a 'best friend' on work. We don't share any interests. We just vibe. I have a 'best friend' who isn't neurotypical. We have a lot in common but we can't connect emotional (stil my favourite because we grew up together and always stick together). With the third one i have some in common but we connect emotionally a lot and i cried in his present a lot when i was depressed. 3 friends/best friends. Other people i don't even consider as friends.

[@shoelacedonkey]

@@millermann123 "You take the 'best friend' stuff too seriously". Thing is that the girl in the video, and many other people, takes words like that very very serious, so it's not something to be taken lightly and just brushed aside as "something to not take that serious", because it is definitely serious. On the other hand it *is* an interesting topic to discuss, what friendship actualy is, what makes someone a 'friend' or just an 'aquaintance'... or when is someone a really good friend/best friend etc. Words, descriptions, terminology can be important, although still be different to other people.

[@suu1998]

​@@millermann123If every friend is a best friend then what's the point of adding "best"? That's what confuses autistic people like me. I see neurotypical people calling people they barely know friends so it gets confusing

[@kellyherrin]

I always had a friend who was my 'best friend'. That person would be VERY important to me. I even had a best friend in my early twenties and we were attached at the hip. Tbh, I kinda wish I had a best friend at this point in my life.

[@InvaderUsnavi]

I'm autistic too and it has been really hard to make friends as well. I'm not on social media and I don't like what all the cliques like so I'm always alone. Sadly no one at my college likes Barbies, Pokemon cards, cartoons, Disney, and oldies music like I do 😢

[@TraciHilbers]

My youngest daughter is Autistic and a freshman in college and has a very small group of friends that are alot like her but there are some people that don't understand why she does the things she does and they can be mean,she loves making new friends and I am sure would be your friend😊❤

[@AmeliaEarhart537]

I like Barbies 😀 And I don't know what year of oldies music you like but I like 1920s and 30s music.

[@taoist32]

You will find friends at college. That’s where I made friends, and it’s been 28 years now. Have not made new friends, but still friends with a few from college. It is difficult, but you can do it.

[@ticholopeluche]

I also love pokémon and animated films. Did you try wearing pins or something of what you like on your bag so people can see it and know what are your interests? I suck starting conversations with people and one of my best friend started talking to me because one class I brough a cage I made with a pokéball painted on it. It was on English class (my native language is Spanish) on high school, we had to bring a object we like and explain why we like it in order to indroduce ourselves to the class.

[@SheWearsBowTies]

I know you mentioned you don’t have any socials but I think making an Instagram and posting your collections would find you friends that like the same as you.

[@horisontial]

That "mhm" is just adorable

[@24kwaxxvy]

realll

[@ishadow6044]

I’m glad this channel exists ❤ I don’t feel so alone

[@JudarianGaming]

they are so many different dynamics of Autism, ive met verbal, low functioning, Asperger's, i have a 6 year old whos tall and non verbal, and he is a love muffin, hugs, movies, characters,. hes currently untestable for school. but we are working with him. this girl here is sweet also and looks just like her dad.

[@Arkanius1984]

The way the mum and dad look at their daughter, you can tell they really love her and I can see why. She is such a sweet girl who just needs a few friends in her life, the rest of her is perfect.

[@briellerl034]

Growing up not being able to connect unless it’s related to your special interest really isolates you! I relate to her so much, I’m Audhd with OCD

[@tesseract1961]

Olivia, I'm an office manager for an ophthalmology practice in Maryland. If you are near please let me know. I'd love to show you around. I have twins who are autistic. My son was interviewed on this site as well.

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

Thank you so much!! Can you send a link to his video? Olivia would love to watch it. :)

[@nonamenoface9838]

As a late-diagnosed autistic woman, this brings so much joy and peace to my inner child, who struggled for so many years with being “different” and having no answers. Thank you for sharing 💙

[@heartroll8719]

I was diagnosed late too. I was 21 or 22 when I was diagnosed (don’t really remember) and I was always different in some ways. I have two friends only but they are so good and accepting, Olivia will definitely find friends someday. She seems so genuine.

[@NemmieMK]

Omg she’s a doll 🥰 And so smart! She’s a special person; thank you for introducing us to her.

[@rebeccac.1758]

"And I don't accept NO!" Same girl! Me either!!!

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

😂😂😂

[@turpasauna]

This can actually be a problem. Notice her getting tight and serious while telling about it. I think some people might find it frustrating.

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

@@turpasauna Yes, it can be. She’s worked so hard on accepting no better than she used to, and we prime her on this when we go anywhere. For example, she used to scream and cry if someone didn’t answer a question and now she gets agitated but it’s not the immediate aggression it used to be. She continues to work so hard, and we’re very proud. ❤️

[@turpasauna]

@@dr.chelseahansen4547 She's a wonderful little lady!

[@alicestbrt]

As a fellow autistic, the one message you wanna send being “hi I’m Olivia and my interests are…” is SO relatable! Sharing my special interests is a way I communicate with/show appreciation for others. Olivia you seem really awesome and I bet you have thousands of people watching who want to be your best friend! 🥰

[@kittenmimi5326]

I gotta say she has good tastes

[@David-kt4tp]

I’ve got Autism & OCD as well!

[@edmanr2010]

I hope Olivia makes many many best friends soon.

[@Moonbunny55]

She’s very sweet and kids would be lucky to have her as a friend. ❤

[@MinaWalker]

As a person with a visual impairment, I would gladly want Olivia as my eye doctor! Great interview, keep up the good work! Edit: if Olivia’s reading this, since she’s interested in eyes, I might as well explain more about my eyes. I have R.O.P (retnaopithy of prematurity) I don’t think I spelled that right, but I digress, which means that when I was a baby my retina detached (thankfully it’s alright now) but my retina detaching caused my legally blindness, as for my glasses, they’re thick with a real big prescription and without my glasses I wouldn’t be seeing much. Not sure if numbers will help, but my right eye is my better eye with 20/200 and my left (worse) eye is 20/100. So I fully encourage your interest in eyes and glasses, because who knows? Maybe you’ll be the one who makes this world more accessible, that’s all I have, adieu

[@Emily_15100]

Early! 💗 I’m autistic too Olivia also you look so nice to be best friends with 🫶🏻 I struggle w things like friends and etc but I’m the same way connecting too 💗 just got my new glasses today! (got honeycomb lens in which is really cool) ⭐️✨

[@france6873]

i can be ur friend

[@tuudurreikop5045]

​@@france6873Be mine too (yes, I'm a biological man aged 21 but I also have an autism)

[@gilbertcole8324]

I really hope she finds a best friend she really deserves it .

[@LadyS8985]

She melts my heart. I too have an autistic son with big dreams of lots of friends. It was vital for us to get him involved in groups of neurodivergent kids like him. It has been life-changing for him. I hope she has those opportunities where she lives. ❤

[@lavintella]

She sounds intellectually gifted as well and has a very good level of self-awareness.

[@laurensa.1803]

So many do. This makes autism so unfortunate.

[@blondie3743]

People with OCD are often hyper self aware.

[@blondie3743]

​@@laurensa.1803there's nothing unfortunate about autism. It's okay to be autistic lmfao

[@mandymorgan8103]

Oh look at her face when he is telling the story! Totally engaged! My 6 yr old granddaughter is the same but still nonverbal though we do get the odd word that is not mimicking. She is beautiful, funny and enchanting. She is addicted to foreign languages!

[@hippie_snake]

Im autistic and she reminds me so much of myself as a kid. I hope she never stops being confident and 100% herself. She has a wonderful personality and deserves all the friends in the world.

[@NekaNicoleTheNinja]

“I dont take idioms literally.” -interview over. She wins. 😩🥰🖤

[@vi_vader]

I would love to be her friend, I wish I had a friend like her. She seems like a really nice and genuine person.

[@Goodhello369]

She already knows what “idioms” are wow. Such a smart gal. And an angel. I am rooting for her!

[@yggdrazheir425]

I'm crying. I was like this with horses. And then one sleepover when I was fifteen I overheard my friends saying I'd be fine if I only stopped talking about horses so much so I stopped. I'm now 33 and don't tell people about horses anymore. And, no, I never got to take lessons. The closest I got was when a horse I was riding eloped and cantered me back to their barn. I was over the moon I didn't fall.

[@DudeMichaelJackson]

I also have autism and OCD. I know all too well how it feels to struggle making friends. I wish Olivia happiness and peace. She's lucky to have such a great understanding family. Don't give up and you'll find the greatest friends!

[@shoelacedonkey]

Olivia seems to have so many qualities to become an excellent friend. Perhaps trying to befriend kids her own age is more difficult because no one knows themselves that good or what they want or need when they're younger... but when you get older and go out into the world somewhat more you'll find the people who will appreciate you more, and you appreciate them more. Asking questions and listening is such a good quality to have, to be willing to share someone elses interest is a huge one too. I have no doubt whatsoever that she will find what she is looking for in some shape of form. P.s. I've gotten the autism diagnoses waaay later in my life, though I do definitely recognise many things & traits described in the video. But to have a family around you to help you navigate your life better is invaluable.

[@rawlivingwithdisabilities]

Wow Chris 11:16 talking to her about your eye sight glasses and contacts is so cute of you ❤ loved that conversation!

[@rosabellle]

Hi Olivia! My name is Rosabelle, and I’m in college. I used to think I had autism, but I have found out that I more likely have a mild case of a similar disorder called NVLD. I also have OCD. Growing up with NVLD & OCD, I often struggled to make friends or had difficulty maintaining my friendships because my various neurodivergent ways of thinking could be difficult for my ‘NT’ peers to relate to or understand why I might have acted certain ways. It has been a long journey of self-discovery, but I am proud to say I now have multiple friendships that are very strong and healthy, both with other neurodivergent people and with neurotypical people. I am excited for the days in the near future when you can look back and be proud of all the strong relationships you have built. I know you are capable of finding people who get you, just like you will get them. I hope you enjoyed this experience sharing your story, and I would like you to know that it meant a lot you me to hear it. I also wanted to tell you that I wear glasses every day because I am nearsighted and struggle with seeing things past my arm’s length. I love colorful glasses and in the 10 or so years I have had glasses I have had purple, blue, turquoise, pink, clear, and yellow ones! I have only ever worn contacts a few times because I struggle with allergies and am someone who cries often, both affecting my eyes’ comfort with contacts. Plus, I like getting to have the ease of putting glasses on over my face instead of directly into my eyes. I hope you enjoy reading this, if you ever see it! Sending joy to you and your family!

[@riversbaskedinsun]

My name is Olivia and I also have OCD and wear glasses! I am also looking to make friends, and it can feel difficult, but it’s something I really hope to do and am learning to do. I felt really excited seeing the title of this video, and I know 100% there are people out there who are meant to be Olivia’s friends! This video made me happy 💗😊

[@luticia]

Jeeze, she‘s such a loveable person. Love her. So authentic. I feel her.

[@DrinkinZima]

She’s so precious. The innocence is just so pure.

[@nicholassullivan1239]

What an absolute sweetheart 😊 I hope she finds MANY best friends asap.

[@PL5543-px1jf]

Her "Umhmmm" MELTS me. I could listen to it all day long.

[@evangeline6]

Making friends is hard for me, too. I think anyone would be lucky to have you as their best friend. Your interest in ophthalmology is so cool!

[@user-kd6ku3vx5l]

I feel the same way, you’re not alone!

[@hannahmuller6694]

Kids can be very rude if someone is different. But getting older it becomes better and easier to make friends when you are different. And often these friendships last a lifetime.

[@acartoonfan]

I don’t have asberger, OCD, ADHD, ADD or anything like that but I still don’t really fit in. Although it seems like I have friends, I never know what to say or how to say it. Sometimes when there is a crowd, I forget to say who I am addressing. I feel like when someone switches the topic of discussion, I haven’t completely gotten all of my thoughts down. A lot of times I say “Hi guys” when I am addressing everyone, so should have I said “Hi everyone?” When I try to engage in a conversation, since I often don’t know what to say in order for me to make sense, I would often talk longer than required, so I would often stay silent. I have a different experience but that’s me. Olivia is also a cutie and I would’ve loved to be her friend!!

[@ChristopherLaw-qv4ou]

I feel so overwhelmed and touched by her story because she is so relatable.

[@foxtrotmcgee7399]

I love what you do for all the kids/people by bringing light understanding and education to society about things that people don't understand, which ultimately causes negative stigma around many of the diagnosis and deficits that you essentially bring light to. As a mom to a little one with special needs, hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy resulting in cerebral palsy and several other secondary diagnosis... I am exponentially grateful for your channel

[@christinanewcomb1718]

My nephew was non verbal until about 5. But in preschool he rarely spoke. I took him with everywhere to research stuff for company i was developing. His mom picked him up and asked what he did today. His reply " market research for aunt ninas sweets and treat". So non verbal doesnt mean they arent listening and soaking everything up

[@lisalynnmarie2448]

My two adult sons were a lot like Olivia when they were young. They used to tell the dates of memories as well as what toy aisle they found this and that, and could quote movies they've only seen once. I thought it was adorable! But, like Olivia, they struggled making friends as well, and I feel so badly Olivia has no "best friend." It's hard being the parent of an "Aspie" as my sons struggle to date and make solid friendships. It's hard when nondivergent women/men/children struggle with friendships and dating in an NT world as they they think these kids/adults are weird and awkward, but they're brilliantly witty and funny and know so much about so many things. I hope after this interview, Olivia will have tons of strong friendships and a beloved "best friend" forever!

[@grace_0308]

Olivia is such a sweet and brilliant kid! And eyes are SO COOL! ❤️👀👓

[@hazorg16]

Olivia looks so much like a person that I would love to be best friends with!

[@deanawells4395]

Olivia you have such a big heart and you will find many best friends in the world because of your beautiful spirit ❤

[@raerae1985]

I have autism, anxiety, and OCD. She’s not alone at all.

[@katidid24]

She’s so sweet! ❤ I wish there was a way for our autistic girlies to become friends! ❤

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

Let’s have them become pen pals! ❤

[@katidid24]

@@dr.chelseahansen4547 That would be amazing! She's about to turn 6 this summer so we're still improving our writing skills but she LOVES to draw so you would definitely be receiving some pictures! On a side note, she also wears glasses!

[@heatherscancerjourney]

Tell her the story of my sister. When she was a teenager she couldn’t see her eye drop bottle very well and she accidentally put superglue in her eye and it glued her eyelids shut. She had to go to the ER . I don’t know how they treated her but she had a patch on her eye for a while. What a sweet girl. So smart

[@19Marc79]

That is a HORRIBLE story ! Not funny or entertaining at all. But since it relates directly to the "shower-story" Olivia might store that in her brain for decades, I guess. Actually she might educate people and prevent some acccidents in the future by telling that story 👍

[@heatherscancerjourney]

@@19Marc79 yes like don’t put super glue near your eye drops lol . That was back in 1984

[@dawnapm]

I gasped, when I read this! Lol

[@commonsense571]

Aaaack!!

[@lynzstark]

That's horrible! When I didn't have my contacts in, I grabbed my drops. . . put them in and the BURNING was excruciating. I screamed. I've never felt anything like it before. My husband came and all I could do was beg him to help me flush my eyes and get me ice. Come to find out, they were ear drops. Worst pain ever. I feared I would be blind, honestly.

[@chaz12582]

What a delightful human! Once, at the eye doctor, the doctor told me a story about a 23 year old who came in for an eye test. They couldn’t even make out the big E at the top because their vision was so bad. The patient had no idea it was even possible to see better! Thankfully, the patient got help, probably glasses!

[@dcim4803]

I hope this girl and her family live a long and happy life. It's especially important to teach kids like her how to be safe online and with technology in general. People may/will take advantage if parents aren't careful. I wouldn't put a kid with Autism+OCD out there like this, to be on the safe side. Speaking from experience, with love.

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

I agree. We didn’t take the decision to do this lightly, but we trust Chris and felt she could help a lot of people with her story. Olivia doesn’t have access to the Internet without supervision so we reviewed all comments before letting her read them. We’re very protective because, you’re right, she is vulnerable to predators. Chris has created a safe, inclusive, loving corner of the Internet that is very rare so we felt comfortable with her doing this to help others. ❤

[@lavernevictoriacarol4531]

Chris, your videos are an inspiration to your interviewees and your viewers. Thank you for your authentic labor of love, sharing your world along side the awesome worlds of wonderful people like Olivia - including their uniqueness and beauty of the special challenges they face and how they deal with similar struggles that we all face. Olivia is so ready to bless the world with her energy, hopes, interests and talents. ⚓️🙏🫶🏼🕊️

[@elizabethw6019]

What a wonderful young lady! For me, I started to cry when mom talked about the social skills group. I have the same diagnosis’ as Olivia but I was her age 20 years ago and my parents just didn’t understand how to help me. I’m so happy she has this support ❤

[@cyclea2404]

Growing up, I had an undiagnosed neurodivergency and it made socializing with other kids really difficult--especially since I didn't know what was "wrong" with me. I hope Olivia will learn that it will get better one day, especially if she decides to go to college and pursue her interests. While I am not an eye person, I am going after my own special interest in medicine, and it has allowed me to meet many amazing people (and even a few best friends!)

[@tabithaanderson118]

Her laugh is the best, what a sweet girl! And Chris, you are so kind and do such a good job to help make kids feel at ease to be themselves what a gift❤️

[@madewithmagic]

I’m a 20-year-old with ADHD, OCD, and suspected autism. Hearing Olivia’s story was wonderful and I would absolutely be her friend! I understand the struggles of being neurodivergent and navigating a world that wasn’t built for us. Sending love to Olivia

[@OrtzGaming]

As an autistic 31 year old I can relate to this very much. As I grew up I leant how to be, act and feel and now I think I act and feel normal. I know it's not an illness or bad it's what make me, me. This video really made me smile :). Such a sweet girl.

[@FloressasDesEsseinte]

Love your comment :) I'm an autistic 31 year old too:)

[@marlenemulrenin8552]

Seriously that was the cutest thing I’ve ever seen. And the commentator is amazing as well!😂

[@A_Cute_Backpack]

This girl is so adorable, and you are a blessing to society..... I cry at every single one of these videos....

[@dumpybear8664]

I'm new to this channel, but this interviewer is fantastic. I have never seen an individual so in tune with the person he's talking to. As a parent of a child with autism, I am definitely taking notes from him on how to better interact with my son.

[@HearturMind]

Those are great glasses Olivia chose. Her brilliance is so evident. I believe these children who are blessed with families like hers will have amazing lives making many contributions to society. But most of all I wish them a happy life with many friends❤❤❤❤❤

[@xBeDjentle]

Olivia, I'm nearsighted and I can tell you have Polycarbonate lenses, I do too! I was very similar to you when I was a kid and you make me so full of joy. Follow whatever you love wholeheartedly, and it's ok if it changes, you will never stop growing!

[@ambera.7816]

Olivia is such a sweet girl and she's so brave for sharing her feelings. I hope she makes ALL of the friends that she desires ❤️ Keep shining and being so wonderful!

[@johnmccombe6342]

What an amazing, sweet and special girl!! I hope she finds lots and lots of friends cause those friends of hers would be lucky to have such a nice and genuine friend in their life!!! I hope Olivia realizes how much sunshine she brings into this world and that it is a better world with her in it!

[@fatheroftherealm]

Hi Olivia. I have Heterochromia, an astigmatism, and had a surgery when I was 8 years old to treat my astigmatism. I wear glasses and contacts because I like to have options. My optometrist let me know that I am developing cataracts and that I may qualify for a surgery that would help correct my vision in general- but my eyes have to get worse for that. I definitely would have much to discuss with you!

[@CarolineJohnson-sk1vu]

This may very well be my favorite SBSK video. Had a fun time watching this.

[@dr.chelseahansen4547]

Thank you so much! Olivia appreciates that. :)

[@DelSimmons]

What a sweet young lady. Thanks for sharing your story with all of us, Olivia! I will be praying that you find that new best friend soon, Ma’am! ❤

[@DesiraeISilvers]

What a bright girl. I hope she finds a best friend! She’s so kind.

[@kalliebabcock3243]

From someone who is neurodivergent not only finding but also KEEPING friends is so so hard!!! People sometimes forget that. I also rock back and forth just like she does😊

[@kristen1324]

Yes. Maintaining relationships is difficult.

[@shoshannafachima1306]

Olivia could easily become an opthalmologist in light of her deep interest and she would shine in that field because she is so sweet and caring

[@john_hunter_]

I like how she says "mhm". I also like how you entertained & tested her with the stories.

[@kellyherrin]

Oh I just love this one! Definitely one of my favorites of your videos. I was smiling throughout the whole thing. I relate to this little girl so much. I even rock back and forth like her. 😊

[@bobbyb9718]

What a wonderful, sweet kid. May she become the world’s greatest ophthalmologist and find true friends that share her interests! 🙂

[@bekahanneful]

Olivia, guess what? I wear glasses AND contacts at the same time! The contacts are called “bandage lenses” which means they do not have any vision correction. I wear them to help smooth out the surface of my eye (without them, the surface of my eye is a little rough: which means light bounces off in different directions when it come in my eyes… that makes it very hard to see!) Then I wear my corrective glasses on top of the contacts to correct my near-sightedness! It can be tough to make friends sometimes. Keep going and growing and learning! Stay curious and practice being a good friend to yourself, too. 🫶🏼