A Message of Love: My Music for Children with Disabilities

Hi everyone,

I wanted to share a very special project I’ve been working on, something that’s been created from a place of pure passion. Many of you know my love for music, and I’ve been using that love to create original songs for children with disabilities, including those with Down syndrome and other PWDs.

My goal with this music is simple: to offer comfort, support, and a little bit of joy to children and their families. Each song is designed to be gentle, engaging, and to hopefully make a positive difference in their day.

I'm sharing this with you today not to ask for likes or subscriptions. My only hope is to reach the families and children who might truly need these songs. I believe that if the music can help even one child feel comforted, then it has served its purpose. 

You can find the music here: https://youtube.com/@hersheybby6829?si=psWwY5ZiZRXwQBQC

Thank you for being part of this and for helping me share this message of music and kindness.

With gratitude,

Ashley Goodale

#InclusionMatters #MusicConnectsUs #DownSyndrome #Autism #DeafCommunity #DisabilityAwareness #Kindness #SpecialNeeds #LoveAndKindness #MusicIsLove #AllAbilities

A Song for My Special Brain: My Journey of Love and Understanding

My boyfriend and I have been together for almost a year, and it’s been a beautiful, eye-opening journey. He’s autistic, and through him, I’ve come to understand the struggles he faced growing up in a world that didn't always get him. This is why I wrote this song. It's a way for me to process his story, to honor his experiences, and to share a message of empathy.

I've been thinking about how to create a more understanding world, and for me, that starts with a song. I poured all my heart into "A Song for My Special Brain," a song I hope will help people see the world from an autistic perspective. It’s my way of using music as a health and happiness booster—not just for him, but for anyone who feels misunderstood.

The lyrics were inspired by everything he's taught me, and everything I've learned from research. I describe a mind as a "super computer" that perceives the world with amplified senses, where for some, a simple hug can feel like a "big tight squeeze" and loud noises can be overwhelming. Luckily, my boyfriend doesn't have a problem with me hugging him, or him hugging me, which is something I know isn't true for everyone. I'm thankful for the small things and how much we've learned together.

This song is my gift to him and to everyone else out there who wants to feel seen and heard. It's a testament to the idea that love and understanding can truly change how we see the world.

You can watch the video and listen to my song here: https://youtube.com/shorts/rX-8F22dW48?feature=shared

Sometimes, the fastest way to understand a different mind is through a song that comes straight from the heart. -Ashley Goodale

#Autism #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #AutismAcceptance #LoveStory #HealthAndHappinessBoosters #OriginalSong #Songwriter #ASongForMySpecialBrain #Empathy