Identity
Baggs was an example of this semi-outdated term which refers to a text-based online influencer.
What is a blogger?
From the Greek word for "self," this form of neurodivergence is Baggs's best-known disability.
What is autism?
Baggs attempts to translate autistic forms of communication into neurotypical terms in this viral 2007 YouTube video.
What is "In My Language"?
In the title of their best-known published work, Baggs uses this noun to encompass the depth of experience that is sometimes wrongly assumed to be lacking in nonverbal people.
What is richness?
Baggs was often seen adorning their head with this wide-brimmed hand-me-down from their father.
What is a hat?
Baggs belonged to this Hogwarts "House" which is often associated with the color yellow.
What is Hufflepuff?
Often associated with flashing lights, this condition began to affect Baggs in early childhood.
What is epilepsy?
Baggs was known for using written text, bodily gesture, and videography to illuminate the nuances of this form of under-represented communication.
What is nonverbal?
This directional metaphor coined by Baggs refers to the idea that all systems of discrimination are ultimately rooted in ableism.
What is vertical oppression?
Just like Lizzo, Baggs was proficient at this silver woodwind instrument.
What is the flute?
An alternative to "agender," Baggs coined this term to describe their feeling of "lacking a gender identity."
What is "genderless"?
Eventually leading to Baggs's reliance on a feeding tube, this medical condition refers to partial or total paralysis of the stomach.
What is gastroparesis?
Baggs was a frequent recipient of this type of accusation levied against disabled people who are suspected of fabricating their condition for attention.
What is "fake claim"?
Baggs used this term to refer to disabled people who are profoundly dehumanized by others.
What is "unperson"?
Baggs was skilled at this handicraft which involves using a hooked needle to weave yarn.
What is crochet?
As a scholar, Baggs identified first and foremost as a self-advocate for this community comprised of folks born with any form of neurodivergence.
What is developmental disability?
Baggs adored this familial phrase which refers to a person with unusual curvature of the spine.
What is a twisted sister?
This white-haired commentator associated with CNN once allowed Baggs to "guest blog" on his personal site.
Who is Anderson Cooper?
Baggs coined a reptilian phrase to refer to these, a style of language used by medical institutions which sounds nice in tone but has a sinister implication.
What are snake words?
The compadre of Igor, this better-known cat owned by Baggs was named after an adjective that means, "giving an impression of vague unworldliness."
Who is Fey?
Inspiring the line, "Came from the ______ , which tell me who I am and where I belong in the world," these famous Californian trees formed the basis of Baggs's nature-based spirituality.
What are redwoods?
Baggs eventually passed away of this phenomenon which develops when the lungs are unable to fully oxygenate the blood.
What is respiratory failure?
The title of Baggs's first blog popularized this German word which refers to an empty or useless life.
What is ballastexistenz?
This test, popularized by Baggs but originally created by Dave Hingsburger, posits that one can determine whether or not a given space is an institution by asking, "Can you get up in the middle of the night and microwave a burrito?"
What is the Burrito Test?
One of Baggs's blogs went by this three-word title which includes two contracted verbs.
What is "Cussin' and Discussin'"?